Half-Day Walking Tour around Helsinki with Arto
About
You know how nice it is to have even a distant friend in a strange city? Even though you would not stay at their house, he´s that one lovely friend who´ll show you the best spots, who takes you behind the scenes and really helps you to experience the city the way the locals enjoy their home town. Join me for a tour and you´ll always have such a friend in Helsinki. I´m an authorised Helsinki tour guide and a world traveller. Learning and understanding new cultures has always been exciting for
You know how nice it is to have even a distant friend in a strange city? Even though you would not stay at their house, he´s that one lovely friend who´ll show you the best spots, who takes you behind the scenes and really helps you to experience the city the way the locals enjoy their home town. Join me for a tour and you´ll always have such a friend in Helsinki. I´m an authorised Helsinki tour guide and a world traveller. Learning and understanding new cultures has always been exciting for me. As an easygoing personality, I always enjoy meeting new people from all over the world. You are welcome to attend just as you are. It makes me so happy to welcome you to My City <3
Quick info
What's Included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Other
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
We´ll meet next to the statue in the middle of the Senate Square. I´ll be wearing an orange neck lanyard with ID-badge for easy recognition.
End point
We´ll meet next to the statue in the middle of the Senate Square. I´ll be wearing an orange neck lanyard with ID-badge for easy recognition.
Itinerary
Senate Square is on of our main venues in the city and it´s located in the heart of the Government District. We´ll meet here to start the tour.
The top sight and landmark for Helsinki City.
Helsinki University is our largest and oldest university in the country. We´ll discuss the higher education system in more detail.
This station is awarded to be the "World´s most beautiful railway station" back in 2013 by the BBC.
We´ll learn of the pivotal role of the first plays, written by our national author and which were performed here.
An essential building in our history which is part of our National Art Gallery.
The main library of Helsinki, built for the Finland´s centennial and to be the living room for the citizens.
Built in 1931, still standing strong to house our entire legislative branch of government.
Finished in 2018, this almost 200-million-euro state of the art concert hall is our musical crown jewel. We´ll pop inside to enjoy the beautiful architecture and to have a small break.
Centrally located this Art Museum houses always such fascinating exhibitions and pieces of art.
We´ll learn about the role of our former military commander, Field Marshal C.G. Mannerheim in our nation´s history and current day.
We´ll learn about the amazing and unique architecture of this Art Museum, and it´s essential role in preserving our Swedish speaking minority culture in the country.
Our oldest department store has been in existence for over 160 years. We´ll learn more about the great families of Swedish decent still affluent in Finland.
Another just amazingly beatiful building from our national romantic era. We´ll learn more about the origin and history of the unique Finnish language.
Our most beloved park in the heart of the Helsinki.
The Statue of the Seamaiden "Havis Amanda" has been for over a century, and still is in this very day, an important part of our culture. We´ll learn why.
Helsinki´s #1 Market Square which has stood the grounds for centuries. We´ll also see the Uspenski Cathedral, Allas Sea Pool, Helsinki City Hall and many other sights from this vantage point.
We´ll finish the tour where we started, so it´s easy to stay oriented within the city during the tour and continue your city adventure from a familiar location with a lot more ideas and inspiration to do.
Additional Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Available Languages
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund Schedule
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