Etelainen District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A public square with a fountain, a statue, and a large white building in the background.
A crowded park with people sitting on the grass and walking around.
A bronze statue with a flower pot and daisies.
An interior space with modern furniture and white curtains.
A bustling outdoor market with white tents, various stalls selling crafts and textiles, and a prominent tower in the background.

Stay near popular Etelainen District attractions

A white building with ornate columns and a green dome.

Helsinki Cathedral

9.0/10 (2,178 reviews)
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
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Activities

Tallink Shuttle MyStar

Tallinn day cruise from Helsinki (independent visit)

AU$79
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tallinn day cruise from Helsinki (independent visit)
Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket

Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket

AU$24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket
Plaza Premium Lounge at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

AU$76
per adult
Plaza Premium Lounge at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Sightseeing Cruise in Archipelago of Helsinki

Sightseeing Cruise in Archipelago of Helsinki

AU$45
per adult
Sightseeing Cruise in Archipelago of Helsinki
Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket

Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket

AU$13
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket
Helsinki Walking Tour at Helsinki Architecture

Helsinki: Small-Group Architecture Walk with Interior Access

AU$78
per adult
Helsinki: Small-Group Architecture Walk with Interior Access
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Our pick of the best Etelainen District Hotel Deals

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

4 out of 5
Vilhonkatu 13 Helsinki
The price is AU$204 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$204
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,411 reviews)
"Lovely central location"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki

4.5 out of 5
Mikonkatu 23 Helsinki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$231 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$231
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Scandic Grand Marina

Scandic Grand Marina

4 out of 5
Katajanokanlaituri 7 Helsinki
The price is AU$145 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$145
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (234 reviews)
"Very clean elegant hotel with nice and helpful staff. The best buffet breakfast with rich varieties. Great location to walk around the city center."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Scandic Grand Marina
Scandic Helsinki Hub

Scandic Helsinki Hub

3 out of 5
Annankatu 18 Helsinki
The price is AU$169 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$169
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,273 reviews)
"A clean and modern hotel, friendly staff and a great breakfast"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Scandic Helsinki Hub
Clarion Hotel Helsinki

Clarion Hotel Helsinki

4.5 out of 5
Tyynenmerenkatu 2 Helsinki Uusimaa
The price is AU$179 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$179
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Marski by Scandic

Marski by Scandic

4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 10 Helsinki
The price is AU$153 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$153
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,820 reviews)
"Overall it was a great central place to stay for us while we explored the city. The restaurant & breakfast buffet was great. The only complaint I have is that it was too easy to get water on the floor while showering, which is potentially dangerous. One has to be very careful not to slip while stepping ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Marski by Scandic
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Our guide on where to stay in Etelainen District

Find the best Etelainen District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cobblestone street with buildings, a red umbrella café, and a domed building in the background.

Helsinki City Centre

Noted for its museums and live music, there's plenty to explore in Helsinki City Centre. Top attractions like Senate Square and Presidential Palace are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vironkatu Station or Hallituskatu Station to see more of the city.

A large, curved, wooden structure in an urban plaza with modern buildings in the background.

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.

A statue in front of a historic building with red-tiled roofs and stone architecture.

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.

A modern stadium with a curved roof and glass facade, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

Pasila

You might enjoy the restaurants while in Pasila. Mall of Tripla is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Pasilan asema Tram Stop or Esterinportti Station to see more of the city.

An airplane landing on a runway during sunset.

Aviapolis

While you're in Aviapolis, take in top sights like Jumbo Shopping Center or Flamingo Entertainment Centre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema Station.

Etelainen District Travel Guide

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