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.
Ateneum Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ateneum Art Museum during your travels in Helsinki. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.
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.
Things to do
Day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn. Ferry included
From Helsinki: Round-Trip Ferry Ticket to Suomenlinna
Helsinki: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Sightseeing Boat Tour
The 1st Helsinki Free Tour - Since 2016
Top hotels in Helsinki City Centre
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Hobo Helsinki
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Radisson RED Helsinki
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Scandic Grand Marina
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Helsinki City Centre
Kruununhaka
Noted for its coffeehouses and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kruununhaka. Top attractions like Military Museum of Finland and Helsinki Cathedral are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Snellmaninkatu Station or Vironkatu Station to see more of the city.
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 Uspenski Cathedral, 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 Kauppatori Market Square and Helsinki City Hall 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 Kamppi Shopping Center.
Kallio
You might enjoy the shopping while in Kallio. Kallio Church is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Karhupuisto Station or Kaarlenkatu Station to see more of the city.