Vanhakaupunki
Helsinki
Visit Vanhakaupunki
Popular places to visit
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.
Veikkaus Arena
Catch an event at Veikkaus Arena during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Finlandia Hall
Attend an international music event and take a guided tour of this multipurpose Helsinki venue to learn about its significant architectural history.
Helsinki Ice Hall
Catch an event at Helsinki Ice Hall during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this culturally rich area.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
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
Top hotels in Vanhakaupunki
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Just great hotel for the price. I was there for Slush and it’s next to the train station so it was easy to get to the convention. This was my second stay.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Comfort Hotel Helsinki Airport
Great greakfast
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Marski by Scandic
Great hotel
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Smart and cosy room and yet comfy. Conveniently located between airport and the city centre.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport
Great service, comfortable rooms and right at the terminal
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Great stay.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vanhakaupunki
Keskinen District
Get to know Keskinen District and its many features like its churches and live music. You might want to explore sights like Iittala Outlet Arabia and Mall of Tripla, and you can jump on the metro at Paavalin Kirkko Station or Makelanrinne Station to get around 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.
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.
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.
Taka-Toolo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Taka-Toolo. If sightseeing is on the list, Korjaamo Cultural Factory is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Toolon Halli Station or Kansanelakelaitos Station to see more of the area.
Kaisaniemi
If you're spending some time in Kaisaniemi, Kaisaniemen Kasvitieteellinen Puutarha and Kaunissaari Island are top sights worth seeing.
