Kaartinkaupunki Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kaartinkaupunki
Popular places to visit
Kauppatori Market Square
Shop for locally made handicrafts, gourmet Finnish food, souvenirs and many more exceptional items in this famous market in the center of Helsinki.
Esplanadi
Relax on grassy lawns, enjoy a picnic and attend many cultural, fashion and music events at this esplanade in the heart of Helsinki.
Helsinki City Hall
See art displays in the main exhibition room and attend free events, such as music performances and artist meetings, in the lobby of this historic building.
Design Museum
Learn about Finland’s history of industrial, fashion and graphic design and see many fascinating objects in this museum’s large permanent collection.
Statue of Havis Amanda
You can find out about the history of Helsinki with a trip to Statue of Havis Amanda. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Presidential Palace
Presidential Palace is just one of the places to see in Helsinki, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Activities
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)
A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library
Our pick of the best Kaartinkaupunki Hotel Deals
Hotel Lilla Roberts
The hotel is nice but it is a little bit complicated, because two different buildings are connected and walking you the luggage is hard. The bar is nice and breakfast buffet was fantastic.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hotel Kamp
Beautiful spacious rooms. Great breakfast and prime location. Excellent staff too!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Fabian
Staff were super friendly, very helpful and open to accomodating last minute changes. Tbe room was spacious and warm. Tbe location is ideal as its a stroll to the city centre and trams. Great find.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel F6
Room was spotless, very healthy and delicious breakfast, and very kind and professional staff
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Hotel U14, Autograph Collection
Amazing hotel in a great location
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hotel Haven
Room was lovely and airy with good storage. Bed was comfortable. Shower was excellent. Staff were always friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kaartinkaupunki
Punavuori
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Punavuori. Top attractions like Sinebrychoff Art Museum and Museum of Foreign Art are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Iso Roobertinkatu Station or Viiskulma Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Kaisaniemi
While visiting Kaisaniemi, you might make a stop by sights like Kaunissaari Island and Kaisaniemi Botanical Garden.
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.
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.
