Helsinki City Centre
Helsinki
Visit Helsinki City Centre
Popular places to visit
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
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.
Stockmann
Discover one of Scandinavia’s largest shopping malls, filled with all your favorite brands and some of the city’s best food outlets.
Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
Study many exceptional works from the Finnish National Gallery’s collection of contemporary art and admire this museum’s stunning architectural design.
Uspenski Cathedral
Standing atop a hill in Helsinki’s historic Katajanokka district, the largest Russian Orthodox church in western Europe is a remnant of the Russian Empire in Finland.
Ateneum Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ateneum Art Museum during your travels in Helsinki. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.
Things to do
Day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn. Ferry included
The 1st Helsinki Free Tour - Since 2016
A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library
Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Top hotels in Helsinki City Centre
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Lively hotel, modern decor, great breakfast. Checkin slow and confusing (not enough staff)
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
good beds, very helpful staff
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa
It was a brilliant stay
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hobo Helsinki
Great location and really stylish design - the breakfast was incredible too!
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Hotel Arthur
Location was great
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Noli Katajanokka
Otelin konumunu, temizliğini ve sunduğu olanakları çok beğendim. Sauna ve jakuzi keyfi tüm günün yorgunluğunu unutturuyordu. Her şey için teşekkürler
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Helsinki City Centre
Kruununhaka
Noted for its coffeehouses and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kruununhaka. Top attractions like Senate Square and Military Museum of Finland are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Snellmaninkatu Station or Vironkatu Station to see more of the city.
Kaisaniemi
If you're spending some time in Kaisaniemi, Kaisaniemen Kasvitieteellinen Puutarha and Kaunissaari Island are top sights worth seeing.
Katajanokka
Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Katajanokka. You can visit top attractions like Helsinki Sky Wheel and Allas Sea Pool, and jump on the metro at Vyokatu Tram Station or Mastokatu Station to see more of the city.
Kaartinkaupunki
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Kaartinkaupunki. Top attractions like Design Museum and Kauppatori Market Square are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Kolmikulma Station or Etelaranta 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.
Kamppi
Travelers choose Kamppi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Tennispalatsi Finnkino Cinema.
