Etelainen District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Helsinki Cathedral
After visiting Helsinki Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Helsinki. Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Kauppatori Market Square
During your trip to Helsinki, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kauppatori Market Square. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
Finlandia Hall
After visiting Finlandia Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Helsinki. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this culturally rich area.
Senate Square
You can find out about the history of Helsinki with a stop at Senate Square. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Stockmann
During your trip to Helsinki, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Stockmann. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Top hotels in Etelainen District
Marski by Scandic
Cleaness and cozyness
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Fab Sauna
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hobo Helsinki
Almost.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Room was in a good condition. Amenities were replaced
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Noli Katajanokka
The whole place was clean and modern. It’s very much a self service kind of hotel where you can check in and out with yourself. Great location also since the train is next to the building which is accessible to the whole city center in immediate minutes. Overall great hotel especially for someone ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Arthur
Easy walk from the train station, Christmas markets and ferry terminal. Clean, basic room, good breakfast, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Etelainen District
Jatkasaari
While you're in Jatkasaari, take in top sights like West Harbour Terminal or Helsinki West Terminal, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saukonpaasi Tram Stop or Saukonkatu Tram Station.
Ullanlinna
When in Ullanlinna and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like South Harbour Olympia Terminal or Helsinki Olympia Terminal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kapteeninkatu Station or Neitsytpolku Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
