Helsinki Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Helsinki

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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.

Helsinki City Centre
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Kamppi

4.5/5(80 area reviews)

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.

Kamppi
Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art

Kluuvi

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

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.

Kluuvi
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Pasila

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Pasila
Katajanokka which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Katajanokka

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

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.

Katajanokka
Kauppatori Market Square which includes a square or plaza, a monument and a city

Kaartinkaupunki

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

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 Statue of Havis Amanda, and jump on the metro at Kolmikulma Station or Etelaranta Station to see more of the city.

Kaartinkaupunki
Marski by Scandic

Marski by Scandic

4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 10 Helsinki
The price is 2.691.798 ₫ per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
2.691.798 ₫
3.068.650 ₫ total
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,566 reviews)
Great hotel, fantastic location and super service!

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Marski by Scandic
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Vilhonkatu 13 Helsinki
The price is 3.154.026 ₫ per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
3.154.026 ₫
3.595.590 ₫ total
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,022 reviews)
Everything just sooo good

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki

VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki

4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 109 Helsinki
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,811 reviews)
Smart and cosy room and yet comfy. Conveniently located between airport and the city centre.

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bob W Helsinki Kamppi

Bob W Helsinki Kamppi

4 out of 5
20 Lönnrotinkatu Helsinki
Stay at this apartment in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Alexander Theater and Sinebrychoff Art ...
9/10 Wonderful! (161 reviews)
Very clean and modern room, great location, nice sauna

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Bob W Helsinki Kamppi
Bob W Kaarti

Bob W Kaarti

3 out of 5
Kasarmikatu 40 Helsinki
Stay at this aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Esplanadi and Design Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (117 reviews)
Very good location, easy check in/out, nice room. Cleaning can be a bit better

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Bob W Kaarti
Bob W KOTI Katajanokka

Bob W KOTI Katajanokka

4.5 out of 5
4 Kruunuvuorenkatu Helsinki
Stay at this luxury apartment in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Helsinki Sky Wheel ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (326 reviews)
Property was clean and communication was great throughout the stay. Would come back and highly recommend

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Bob W KOTI Katajanokka
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Helsinki

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
148
5 - Excellent 63%
4 - Good
72
4 - Good 31%
3 - Okay
12
3 - Okay 5%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful laid back place to stroll through ! I'd recommend not taking any public transport or anything - very walkable city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Public saunas are worth while a visit: Kulttuurisauna, Löyly, Kotiharju etc. Some excellent dining options but you meed to do your reaearch. Hiking possible close by.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice city. Good public transport.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

very good transport system and wonderful new library for a rest and refreshment during the day.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Rich but Very expensive country and get dark very fast and rained and too cold for walking around or travel for pleasure. Not fun.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

There is not that much to actually do in Helsinki in the winter as it is so cold.

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