Harju Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
Veikkaus Arena
Catch an event at Veikkaus Arena during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Finlandia Hall
Attend an international music event and take a guided tour of this multipurpose Helsinki venue to learn about its significant architectural history.
Helsinki Ice Hall
Catch an event at Helsinki Ice Hall during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library
Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)
Our pick of the best Harju Hotel Deals
Noli Sörnäinen
It would be perfect if the bathroom didn’t smell like pee!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Scandic Kallio
Enjoyed my two week stay at Scandic Kallio. Staff was highlight: Smiling Alyssa in the breakfast room along with great colleagues; Mark, Asa, and the cleaning crew were great and helpful: Front desk all friendly and professional. Enjoyed sauna, good ac on hot days. Will return!
Reviewed on 29 July 2025
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Nice hotel the supervisor on duty helped me to change my room coz it was cold and on the corner noise from train station. She gave me a lovely room .all helpful
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Comfort Hotel Helsinki Airport
Clean, quiet, staff helpful 24/7, baggage storage available, fantastic breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Nice hotel and location
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Interesting property both outside and in the rooms. Location was great for us as it was on a main road from the airport to the city. Staff are really helpful and friendly. Rooms are spacious but you need to upgrade from the standard ones to cater for international passengers and their baggage. Best ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Harju
Kallio
You might enjoy the shopping while in Kallio. Hakaniemi Market Square is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Karhupuisto Station or Kaarlenkatu Station to see more of the city.
Vallila
If you're passing through Vallila, you may want to check out its restaurants. From there, jump on the metro at Rautalammintie Station to see more of the area.
Keskinen District
The churches and live music are just a few things visitors like about Keskinen District. Helsinki City Library and Iittala Outlet Arabia are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Paavalin Kirkko Station or Makelanrinne Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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.
Kaisaniemi
While visiting Kaisaniemi, you might make a stop by sights like Kaunissaari Island and Kaisaniemi Botanical Garden.
