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.
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.
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.
Activities
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
Helsinki And Porvoo Tour by Private Car with Personal Guide
Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Helsinki City Centre Hotel Deals
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
The room is very comfortable and very quiet. The covers provided plenty of warmth. We have moved our stay and highly recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Really clean room though a bit damaging at the furniture, the head bed is really deteriorated
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hobo Helsinki
We stayed at the Hobo Helsinki to visit the Christmas Markets in Senate Square. This was the perfect location as it is just a few minutes walk away. We took the tram from the port where we came in and it couldn’t have been easier. The hotel is decorated very well, feels welcoming and comfortable, ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa
Nice hotel - well maintained. Pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Noli Katajanokka
The room was very clean and spacious! The restaurant was nice and convenient. Kinda wish the hotel room had a tv, but we had our tablets and phones so not that big of a deal
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Good location, close to train, tram & shops. Staff are friendly, helpful and breakfast good too 😁
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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.
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.
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.
