Helsinki in Nutshell: Suomenlinna & City Highlights by Eco-Friendly Ways
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5–6 hours
- Price from
- $131 / person
- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 29 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Helsinki Tour
- Meeting point
- Your guide will meet you up at the main entrance of the Central Railway Station (the entrance that has two pairs of statues holding spherical balls)
Description
Sustainability is a key issue nowadays, and Helsinki, the model city of sustainable development, encourages environmentally-friendly lifestyle and embeds ecological thinking strongly in everyday life. In this tour, you will experience this eco-thinking lifestyle by exploring this city and its sea fortress, Suomenlinna, with eco-friendly ways of transportations, including the city tram, ferry, and walk. Starts from meeting-up you in the Central Railway Station, your guide will take you to the most must-not-miss popular spots of Helsinki. After a lunch break, you will continue the tour by a ferry to Suomenlinna, listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the world's largest sea fortresses that sprawls across a series of six small islands. This tour will end up at Helsinki Market Square, and you may continue the journey of city exploration on your own. Kindly Note: Sightseeing spots will be arranged according to the seasons and opening hours of each spot.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 29
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $131
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $113
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- $56
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $149.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 27.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Helsinki Central Railway Station
As the Central Station of the capital of Finland, it is the busiest station and provides services to approximately 400,000 people each day, Your city tour by tram will start from here!
Olympic Stadium (Olympiastadion)
Helsingin Olympiastadion just finished its renovation and re-opened to the public in 2020
Sibelius Park
You will visit the Sibelius Park to witness the inspirations and creativities of Sibelius, the Father of Finnish Music.
Senate Square
Visit and learn about history
Helsinki Cathedral
Visit and learn about history. PS, sometimes the Cathedral might not be entered due to the service.
Uspenski Cathedral
Visit and explore the Orthodox church specialty
Esplanadi Park
Take a walk along this beautiful park locates in the most prosperous area of Helsinki
Havis Amanda
Drop by at the little mermaid, i.e., the Amanda statue, and know more about her from stories told by your guide
Old Market Hall
The Old Market Hall in Helsinki has served its customers since 1889. Merchants sell everything from cheese, fish, shellfish, vegetable, fruit and cakes to spices, coffee, and tea. They are also more than happy to help with any special orders.
Sea Fortress Suomenlinna
Suomenlinna is well-known by its important military role as a sea fortress of Finland. You will go inside the heavy wall of the fortress, hear the histories, and feel the moments of old days here.
Suomenlinna Church (Suomenlinnan kirkko)
During the visit to Suomenlinna, you will drop by the Suomenlinna Church and hear the stories and facts of it from your guide.
Kauppatori
Kauppatori means the "market square" in Finnish. After returning from Suomenlinna by ferry, this trip will end up here, and you may spend some own free time to visit each lovely vender at the Market Square and enjoy the rest of the day.
What's included
Included
HSL ticket fare
English-speaking guide
Round-trip ferry & guided tour in Suomenlinna
Helsinki highlight city tour by tram
Not included
Food and drinks
Any personal expense
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
29 reviews
How it compares in Helsinki
- Starting price $131 is 57% below the typical $309 for tours of similar length in Helsinki
- Price over the last 25 days: $131–$132
Excurgo comparison of 425 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Helsinki in Nutshell: Suomenlinna & City Highlights by Eco-Friendly Ways lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $131 per person for this Helsinki experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $149. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $113, adults from $131.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Your guide will meet you up at the main entrance of the Central Railway Station (the entrance that has two pairs of statues holding spherical balls). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 29 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Helsinki Tour.
Reviews(29)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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