Helsinki Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Helsinki
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.
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 Kamppi Shopping Center.
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.
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.
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.
Aviapolis
While you're in Aviapolis, take in top sights like Jumbo Shopping Center or Flamingo Entertainment Centre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema Station.
Comfort Hotel Helsinki Airport
Not a bad place for just a night stay when you have an early flight the next morning. Would be a better stay if there were more pillows on the bed versus just one per person.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Lovely hotel, great location, large rooms and staff were very good. Would return
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Had a great stay
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Bob W Helsinki Kamppi
Decent room and beds were comfortable. Well kitted out kitchen area. For some reason we were placed in an accessibility room, right opposite the lift doors meaning there was noise from those other guest who have no concept of quiet along with the thud as luggage was wheeled out of the lift at 1am ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Bob W Helsinki Kaarti
Great location, easy check in, great amenities (especially the private sauna option)
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Bob W Helsinki Katajanokka
We didn’t receive bath towels in to the apartment for the first 20 hours despite messaging the host, ( who sent us on a wild goose chase looking for linen cupboard rooms which didnt exist!) The property advertised rooms have slippers…. They don’t. We were given a complimentary breakfast by the host ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
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.
Veikkaus Arena
Catch an event at Veikkaus Arena during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Kauppatori Market Square
During your trip to Helsinki, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kauppatori Market Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
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.
Other places like Helsinki
- Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
- Flamingo Entertainment Centre
- Helsinki Cathedral
- Finlandia Hall
- Kauppatori Market Square
- Helsinki Zoo
- Helsinki West Terminal
- Jumbo Shopping Center
- Olympic Stadium
- Sello Shopping Centre
- Senate Square
- Aalto University
- West Harbour Terminal
- Helsinki Outlet
- Suomenlinna Fortress
- Ateneum Art Museum
- Helsinki Music Centre
- Hakaniemi Market Square
- Allas Sea Pool
- Heureka Finnish Science Centre
- Uspenski Cathedral
- Esplanadi
- Helsinki Hall of Culture
