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Welcome to Helsinki
HELSINKI - Compact capital with a twist
Awarded with ‘City of Design’ status by Unesco, Helsinki is a modern city that offers functional design, unique gastronomy and maritime appeal. The capital of Finland is filled with lively events all year round, but the peaceful archipelago and green forests are only a stone’s throw away, and can be easily reached by the efficient public transportation system.
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Useful information
Language
Finnish and Swedish are the official languages of Finland. English is widely spoken.
Currency
Euro
Residents
Around 600 000
Distance from cruise piers to city center
From Hernesaari pier: 30 min by walking
From Katajanokka piers: 15 min by walking
From South Harbour piers: 10 min by walking
Transportation to/from Helsinki-Vantaa airport
Distance 19 km. Airport train and buses operate to Central Railway Station. Taxis available.
Transportation to/from city centre:
Cruise line shuttle service, public transportation, taxis, walking
Photos for Download
Finland, Helsinki
Destination pictures
Huvilakatu street in Eira, one of the prettiest streets in Helsinki (c) Julia Kivelä
Port information
The Port of Helsinki - Europe’s busiest passenger port and the main port for foreign trade in Finland
The port of Helsinki is the busiest passenger port in Europe. We create a seamless framework for sea traffic to destinations such as Tallinn and Stockholm. Our number of international cruise guests rises close to 500 000. We are also Finland’s leading general port for international cargo traffic, serving the business world and well-being of the Helsinki region and the whole country.
The Port of Helsinki manages port operations with a long-term perspective and develops them in cooperation with shipping companies, stevedoring and forwarding companies, and other harbour operators. We provide a modern, competitive and functional setting for port operations. We produce our own services to complement other port services while also creating added value for our cooperation partners. The Port of Helsinki Ltd is a limited company owned by the City of Helsinki.
Berthing policy: First come, first served. Information available here
Covid-19 Information
There are currently no COVID-19 restrictions in any of the 32 Cruise Baltic destinations.
If the situation changes, this section will be updated with the necessary information regarding each port and destination.
Port Fees
Harbour dues (Currency/GT)
Passenger dues (Currency/PAX)
0,975€/ arriving & departing passengerServices available for guests
Always available
Available in some cases
Pier
Shopping
Port
Destination collaboration/shore excursions
Transport
Turnaround facilities
Selected attractions
The Helsinki Cathedral & the Senate Square
This historically significant spot forms a unique and cohesive example of Neoclassical architecture.
Market Square
Open air market offering Finnish specialties, handicrafts and souvenirs.
Suomenlinna Sea Fortress
One of the world's largest historical maritime fortresses and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Design District
Home to Design museum and fashion, interior design and jewellery shops that offer unique creations by young local designers, as well as established Finnish design brands.
Temppeliaukio Rock Church
Quarried out of the natural bedrock, the church is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Helsinki.
The Sibelius Park
The Sibelius Monument, one of Helsinki's favorite landmarks can be found in the park.
New Amos Rex Art Museum
A new private art museum with unique architecture will be opened in central Helsinki at the end of August 2018. Amos Rex will be a meeting place for art and urban culture, consisting of new underground exhibition spaces, the old Lasipalatsi (glass palace) from 1936.
Torikorttelit
Experience the new life of historical Helsinki. Torikorttelit consists of three oldest blocks in the heart of Helsinki, right by the sea.
Löyly - Design Sauna
Löyly, an urban oasis occupying a stretch of beautiful Helsinki waterfront, offers a warm welcome and many delights for locals and visitors alike. On a beautiful summer’s day, our terrace is the place to be and our saunas are available daily.
Allas Sea Pool
Allas Sea Pool is a gardenlike oasis in the heart of Helsinki with a large pool area and magnificent saunas. In addition to swimming, bathing in the saunas and good food, Allas Sea Pool offers many options for wellness.
Oodi - Central Library
Oodi is Helsinki’s new Central Library and a living meeting place. Its wide range of services and facilities are available to residents seven days a week, from early in the morning till late in the evening. Oodi functions as a living room for residents, located right at the heart of Helsinki.
Exciting extras
Chapel of Silence
A fine example of Finnish wooden architecture and a place for a quiet moments.
The Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
Exhibitions of Finnish and international art as well as thematic group exhibitions.
Seurasaari Island
Popular outdoor recreation area and open-air-museum, open all year round.
Helsinki Sky Wheel
Helsinki from hights next to Market Square.
Amos Rex Art Museum
Amos Rex is an art museum where the past, present and future meet. Amos Rex is a meeting place for art and urban culture, consisting of new underground exhibition spaces, the old Lasipalatsi (glass palace) from 1936 and its Bio Rex cinema, as well as a vibrant event forum on Lasipalatsi Square, which will serve as the roof of the exhibition hall.
Events
There are no upcoming events at the moment
Varied Shore Excurions
CLASSIC & POPULAR
Helsinki by Sea
Boat tour of the unique archipelago, Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, including main sights and the history of Helsinki.
Classic Sightseeing Tour
All traditional sights: Senate Square, the Helsinki Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Rock Church, Sibelius Monument, Olympic Stadium, Finlandia Hall, Market Square. Guided.
Porvoo and Helsinki Sights
Start off with all main sights of Helsinki, then on to Historic Porvoo Old Town – second oldest town in Finland.
NEW & ADVENTUROUS
Winter World Helsinki
Winter-fun and snow in the middle of summer! Ice Bar, Igloo Hotel, array of winter activities, incl. husky-sledding.
Vintage Tram
Experience the golden days of Helsinki in a vintage tram. Ride a motor car from 1909 or open trailer from 1919. The tour shows you the most important sights in the city centre.
The Finnish Nature Center HALTIA
At Haltia you can experience all of Finland's nature under one roof. The visit can be combined with a hiking tour in the Nuuksio National Park.
History Tour of Former Prison
Storien about the building of Skatta (nowadays a hotel), former prisoners and even about escapes.
Contacts
Port of Helsinki Ltd
Jukka Haarni
Cruise and Service Development Manager
jukka.haarni@portofhelsinki.fi
Mobile +358 406 354 639
P.O.Box 197, Olympiaranta 3
00141 Helsinki, Finland
Helsinki Partners
Aino Mellais
Account Manager, Meetings & Travel Trade