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Walking tour with Sociologist
Great walking tour to interesting places. Our guide had a lot of background knowledge and was very informative.
Helsinki Walking Tour With a Sociologist
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $55 / person
- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 32 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Helsinki Dreamdays Walking Tour
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is in front of Fazer Cafe Kluuvikatu. The guide will be waiting for you at this point.
Description
Discover Helsinki on a 3-hour small-group walking tour with a local guide and PhD researcher in Sociology. Instead of only visiting the main tourist sights, learn about Helsinki through its history, culture, people, and everyday life. Visit well-known places as well as lesser-known spots, and hear the stories behind them. Where possible, we will also go inside selected buildings and places that you would normally only see from the outside. This gives you a chance to see more of Helsinki and learn how its buildings and public spaces are connected to Finnish history and society. The small-group format makes the tour more personal and gives you more time to ask questions and talk about the places you visit. This is a good choice if you want to learn about Helsinki not only as a visitor, but also through its culture and society.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult
- $55
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Senate Square
Senate Square is the main tourist attraction of the town, where the history of modern Helsinki begins. Here we will find out what are the three beautiful buildings around me!
Helsinki Cathedral
Helsinki Cathedral is the most famous landmark in the town and we will learn a bit about the religious mindset in the country.
The National Library of Finland
One of the most beautiful buildings in Helsinki - the National Library of Finland is a must see during your stay! The National Library of Finland is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Helsinki City Hall (Kaupungintalo)
A visit to Helsinki's cultural-historic venues.
Helsinki City Museum
visiting the Helsinki City Museum will discover a captivating journey through the city's history, culture, and heritage.
visiting the iconic Presidential Palace, a symbol of Finnish democracy and political history, situated on Pohjoisesplanadi Street.
Completed in 1868, The biggest and most know Russian orthodox church in Helsinki.
Explore the city's hidden gems and learn about its fascinating history .
Old Market Hall
The Old Market Hall (Vanha Kauppahalli) in Helsinki is a historic covered market located near the city's South Harbor. Opened in 1889, it is one of the oldest market halls in Finland. Inside, you'll find a variety of stalls selling fresh local produce, Finnish delicacies (like smoked salmon, reindeer meat, and traditional pastries), handicrafts, and souvenirs. The Old Market Hall is closed on Sundays.
Esplanade is the main boulevard of Helsinki, the heart of city life the whole year around!
Swedish Theater (Svenska Teatern)
Exploring the Swedish-speaking community's vibrant art scenes
Helsinki Central Railway Station
Central train station of Helsinki is a beautiful landmark in the city center guarded by four massive statues
Ateneum Art Museum
Experience the beauty of Finnish art and culture at Ateneum, the country's national gallery.
Sanoma House with its glass facade is situated in Finlandia Park, a cultural oasis in the heart of Helsinki, north of the Helsinki railway station, beside the Museum of Contemporary Art-Kiasma, the Central library Oodi and the Music Centre.
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
Exploring the contemporary art scene at Kiasma, Finland's premier modern art museum.
Discovering the heart of Finnish democracy at the Parliament House, where important decisions are made and debates take place.
Helsinki Music Centre
This modern architectural masterpiece is home to renowned Finnish orchestras, concerts, and performances that showcase the rich musical heritage of Helsinki.
Central Library Oodi
Oodi library is the highlight of the tour, where you will need to change the definition of a library you have on mind, because this is different than any libraries you have ever seen, and it is gonna blow your mind!
What's included
Included
3-hour local guide
Not included
Food and drinks
Transportation
Tip or gratuity
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
32 reviews
How it compares in Helsinki
- Starting price $55 is 49% below the typical $109 for tours of similar length in Helsinki
Excurgo comparison of 417 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 Helsinki Walking Tour With a Sociologist take?
Helsinki Walking Tour With a Sociologist lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 18 stops.
How much does Helsinki Walking Tour With a Sociologist cost?
Prices start at $55 per person for this Helsinki experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Helsinki Walking Tour With a Sociologist run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Can I cancel Helsinki Walking Tour With a Sociologist 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 The meeting point is in front of Fazer Cafe Kluuvikatu. The guide will be waiting for you at this point. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Helsinki Walking Tour With a Sociologist offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Helsinki Walking Tour With a Sociologist worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 32 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Helsinki Dreamdays Walking Tour.
Reviews(32)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Great walking tour
Zana provided a walking great tour of Helsinki centering on the architecture of the city and it's relationship with its people and culture. There were 6 of us on the tour and we had many opportunities to have conversations and have questions answered. The 3 hours went far too quickly.
K
Great walking tour!
This was an excellent tour! The guide, Zana, was very knowledgeable on the history all of the locations, and was about to give some great suggestions on things to do in Helsinki. I highly recommend this tour!
K
This was an excellent...
This was an excellent tour that showed many great sites around Helsinki and provided lots of historical knowledge!
M
The best tour we have ever experienced
This was the best tour we have ever been on. The tour covered history, culture, politics and architecture. We saw a variety of different styles of buildings from the very old to the latest beautiful modern library. A truly inspiring tour. Our guide, Zana was absolutely delightful.
B
Well Done& Informative Tour
Friendly, well informed guide. We saw historic & pertinent sites that emphasized the history & gov structure of Finland. We visited libraries & shared spaces. We walked throughout the city. Beautiful tour & very informative as to Finnish socialization
J
The highlight of this...
The highlight of this tour was learning about the Finnish way of life and culture rather than just breezing through the major sights. We saw and learnt heaps.
S
Informational walking tour with great experience
Zana Balikci's city tour of Helsinki is a trip not to be missed. Not only did he focus on the history of the various buildings and their architectural influence, he even took us inside 3 libraries: Helsingin Yliopisto, Oodi Library and Academic bookshop. If you're a book lover, these places are "treasure coves" which shouldn't be missed, and Zana's knowledge of these places is laudable. Besides, he even recommended the "must-try" food items at Kaartinkaupunki. A value for money tour with a great guide.
R
Excellent and Informative!
The guide was informed and excellent in his presentation, as well as friendly and engaging. We are a couple in our 70’s traveling with our 14-year-old grandson from the USA and all three of us enjoyed the tour immensely.
J
The best day in Helsinki
Super knowledgeable, very friendly and fun. We had a great walking tour! Lots of information and a beautiful city! Highly recommend!!
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