Eager to see key historic Helsinki sights and get tips for the rest of your stay? Book our tour and let's walk through 19th, 20th, and 21st century Helsinki together! You'll visit all the main attractions like Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, and Market Square, plus discover hidden gems off the beaten path. This tour offers an immersive cultural experience, providing insider knowledge and memorable encounters with local traditions. Walk with us to look around, learn the history, see traditional food, and feel the essence of Finland! Perfect for adventure seekers, history buffs, and families, we can also adjust the route to include your preferred attractions, ensuring a personalized and enh...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide & Personalized route
A list of Helsinki tips: what to do, where to eat
Helsinki magnet - handmade by us :)
Helsinki Cathedral Entrance Fee - 10 euros
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Senate Square
At the stairs to Helsinki Cathedral, search for "Alpha Tour" sign
Return
Helsinki Central Library Oodi
Oodi library: a perfect place for coffee after the tour
or per request
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The remaining time will be allotted for pick up and your personal preference of spots to see and experience to get.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Eager to see key historic Helsinki sights and get tips for the rest of your stay? Book our tour and let's walk through 19th, 20th, and 21st century Helsinki together! You'll visit all the main attractions like Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, and Market Square, plus discover hidden gems off the beaten path. This tour offers an immersive cultural experience, providing insider knowledge and memorable encounters with local traditions. Walk with us to look around, learn the history, see traditional food, and feel the essence of Finland! Perfect for adventure seekers, history buffs, and families, we can also adjust the route to include your preferred attractions, ensuring a personalized and enh...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide & Personalized route
A list of Helsinki tips: what to do, where to eat
Helsinki magnet - handmade by us :)
Helsinki Cathedral Entrance Fee - 10 euros
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Senate Square
At the stairs to Helsinki Cathedral, search for "Alpha Tour" sign
Return
Helsinki Central Library Oodi
Oodi library: a perfect place for coffee after the tour
or per request
Itinerary
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Senate Square
Helsinki was founded in 1550 appr. 6 km from here. Senate square is a birthplace of 2nd Helsinki that we can admire. The mystery of the 1st one you will know at the tour. See the marvel of Engel's work German architect in Finland has built a capital from scratch after a devastating fire of 1808. Our walk through centuries starts here: in the oldest part of Helsinki preserved.
10 minutes
2
The National Library of Finland
Engel's library worthy of a new capital of Grand Dutchy of Finland, though library collection dates back to 1640. Old, classical, incredibly beautiful. This oldest Helsinki library will be our reference point for comparison with 21 centrury library, Oodi.
10 minutes
3
Helsinki Cathedral
Helsinki pearl - a lutheran church that puzzles you by its architecural decisions. Try to guess where the bells are! Or what is under the church... A key to 19th century heart of Finland.
10 minutes
4
Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali)
1868 Russian Orthodox church with a Finnish heart built on donation money and with a mission to serve as a church for Russian military. Feel the difference of styles in comparison to Helsinki Cathedral. Closed on Mondays.
10 minutes
5
Presidential Palace
Presidential palace - where the ball of year takes place and our president works. Prevoiusly is served as a residence to Russian tzars and their families and was at the very border of Helsinki. 19th century city ended here.
6
Kauppatori
Swedes were founding cities by the shore, and Finnish gulf is the reason why Helsinki is on this spot. Look around, spot sauna, try national food, berries and shop for souvenirs, see the ferry to Suomenlinna, Swedish fortress and UNESCO sights worthy of your visit.
10 minutes
7
Old Market Hall
From 1889 and with Swedish influence in the midst of Finland. Old and charming! Have a taste of Finland: salmon sandwich on rye bread is delicious.
10 minutes
8
Havis Amanda
A fountain from 1908, by Ville Vallgren. Beloved by citizens and a political sign in Russian time. Hear about Finnish tradition of May 1st and learn about Finnish character.
5 minutes
9
Esplanadi Park
Helsinki central park that attracts locals and tourists likewise by its shade, ice cream shops, monuments and beauty. Spot Kappeli café and restaurant from 1865. Esplanadi was a border of 19th century Helsinki. With fashion shops and luxurious restaurant it has something to offer to every person.
10 minutes
10
Johan Ludvig Runebergin muistomerkki
Meet and greet Johan Ludwig Runeberg - first Finnish national poet who wrote only in Swedish. In Esplanadi central place is dedicated to him and shows appreciation that he deserves still. On his birthday Finnish flags are hanging in his honor, and shops are full of pastries by the recipe of his wife. Monument is made by his son, Walter Runeberg.
5 minutes
11
Pohjolan toimitalo
1901 Finnish Romantic architecture landmark that was designed by 3 friends and is our pride now. Finnish national folklore found its way onto this building. Hear about Kalevala, spot the bears and green tower roof.
5 minutes
12
Aleksis Kiven patsas
A sad monument to Finnish poet, Aleksis Kivi, surrounded by magnificent Ateneum and National Theater building. Look around and trace the changes of architecture styles from 19th century to 20th. What is closer to your taste? What century do you prefer?
5 minutes
13
Rautatieasema
Enter Central Railway Station and feel the space. The heart of Helsinki city. Desighed by Eliel Saarinen who was forced to simplify original design in Finnish romantic style to a simpler and modest one. How many railway station have you seen with a tower and bells?
10 minutes
14
Central Library Oodi
"Library" and much more in one building with a magnificent view to the Parliament, Finnish National museum, Hakasalmi villa, Finlandia Concert Hall. Take a break and have a moment of piece. From the balcony you see 19-20-21 centuries intervowen in a beautiful panorama of Helsinki.
drinking Finnish coffee and eating cinnamon bun
