Helsinki City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Helsinki City Centre
Popular places to visit
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
Senate Square
Snap photos of the fascinating buildings surrounding this huge square, which is the cultural center of politics, religion and science in the city.
Stockmann
Discover one of Scandinavia’s largest shopping malls, filled with all your favorite brands and some of the city’s best food outlets.
Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
Study many exceptional works from the Finnish National Gallery’s collection of contemporary art and admire this museum’s stunning architectural design.
Helsinki Music Centre
Take a seat in one of Helsinki’s premier music venues, which is both a cultural hub in the city and an eye-catching architectural landmark.
Uspenski Cathedral
Standing atop a hill in Helsinki’s historic Katajanokka district, the largest Russian Orthodox church in western Europe is a remnant of the Russian Empire in Finland.
Activities
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Tallinn Day Trip from Helsinki
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Our pick of the best Helsinki City Centre Hotel Deals
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
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Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Noli Katajanokka
Great location, a lovely room and fantastic communal amenities
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Clean comfortable helpful staff and grea location
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hotel Arthur
Hotel is very convenient for Central Station and airport trains Rooms are very quiet and mine was spacious Breakfast was plentiful and good
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Scandic Grand Marina
We had to go across the road to another building for breakfast due to renovations. It was snowing. It wasn’t ideal but it was okay. Breakfast was lovely when we got there. It was a large conference room so was cold.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hobo Helsinki
Room was nice, no coffee in the room which seems to be a pretty standard thing at most hotels.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Helsinki City Centre
Kruununhaka
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kruununhaka. Top attractions like Senate Square and Military Museum of Finland are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Snellmaninkatu Station or Vironkatu Station to see more of the city.
Kaisaniemi
While visiting Kaisaniemi, you might make a stop by sights like Kaunissaari Island and Kaisaniemi Botanical Garden.
Katajanokka
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Katajanokka. Top attractions like Helsinki Sky Wheel and Allas Sea Pool are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Vyokatu Tram Station or Mastokatu Station to see more of the city.
Kaartinkaupunki
Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Kaartinkaupunki. You can visit top attractions like Design Museum and Kauppatori Market Square, and jump on the metro at Kolmikulma Station or Etelaranta Station to see more of the city.
Kluuvi
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Kluuvi. If sightseeing is on the list, Helsinki Central Library Oodi is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station to see more of the area.
Kamppi
Travellers choose Kamppi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Tennispalatsi Finnkino Cinema.
Helsinki City Centre Travel Guide
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- Helsinki Cathedral
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- Helsinki Ice Hall
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