Harju
Helsinki
Popular places to visit
Kauppatori Market Square
Shop for locally made handicrafts, gourmet Finnish food, souvenirs and many more exceptional items in this famous market in the center of Helsinki.
Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening at Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this culturally rich area.
Helsinki Zoo
Explore the planet’s wildest environments and discover the animals that live in this zoo, one of only a few in the world located on an island.
Senate Square
Snap photos of the fascinating buildings surrounding this huge square, which is the cultural center of politics, religion and science in the city.
Things to do
Day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn. Ferry included
The 1st Helsinki Free Tour - Since 2016
Helsinki Archipelago: Sightseeing Boat Tour
Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Top hotels in Harju
Scandic Kallio
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
Marski by Scandic
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025
Hobo Helsinki
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Harju
Kallio
You might enjoy the shopping while in Kallio. Hakaniemi Market Square is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Karhupuisto Station or Kaarlenkatu Station to see more of the city.
Keskinen District
Get to know Keskinen District and its many features like its churches and live music. You might want to explore sights like Helsinki City Library and Iittala Outlet Arabia, and you can jump on the metro at Paavalin Kirkko Station or Makelanrinne Station to get around the city.
Kruununhaka
Noted for its coffeehouses and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kruununhaka. Top attractions like Military Museum of Finland and Senate Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Snellmaninkatu Station or Vironkatu Station to see more of the city.
Pasila
Pasila is a destination travelers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Pasilan asema Tram Stop or Esterinportti Station to explore sights like Mall of Tripla.
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.
Kluuvi
Consider a visit to Helsinki Central Library Oodi and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Kluuvi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station.
