Otaniemi Travel Guide
Helsinki
Popular places to visit
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.
Helsinki Cathedral
After visiting Helsinki Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Helsinki. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
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 culturally rich area.
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.
Veikkaus Arena
Catch an event at Veikkaus Arena 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 fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Otaniemi
Heymo 1 by Sokos Hotels
"Lovely place to stay and friendly staff, a massive shout out to the night receptionist called abdi, absolute legend who couldn't do enough to help you, always had a massive smile on his face, such an approachable man."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Espoo
"Excellent amenities, polite and helpful staff."
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Comfort Hotel Helsinki Airport
"Very friendly and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
"Staff were friendly, helpful and informative. Our room was lovely and clean. Shower in the bathroom was lovely. Breakfast was busy but plenty of tables and staff to ensure everything was available. Lovely choice of food for breakfast, hot and cold, the bread was still warm, it was thst fresh."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport
"A mixed week long business stay at this airport hotel. The good - great location / proximity to main airport building; lovely breakfast; friendly staff; clean and modern vibe. The bad - housekeeping was dreadful (cleaning missed 2 days in a row despite me following the instructions); dodgy air conditioning ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
"Nice hotel"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Otaniemi
Leppavaara
Discover Leppavaara, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in Leppavaara include Sello Shopping Centre and Vermon Arena, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Mäkkylä Station.
Taka-Toolo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Taka-Toolo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Korjaamo Cultural Factory, and catch the metro at Toolon Halli Station or Kansanelakelaitos Station to see more of the area.
Töölö
If you're spending time in Töölö, check out sights like Finnish National Opera or Finlandia Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Toolontori Station or Hesperian Puisto Station.
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.
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.
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.
