FIRST STEPS IN HELSINKI - Beginners Tour (2025)

By Northern Feel Tours

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Overview

Are you in Helsinki for the first time? Do you want to know all the best places to visit & how to navigate around the city?

Then our small group tour is the perfect tour for you!

Our budget-friendly FIRST STEPS IN HELSINKI TOUR aims to help you optimise your time, so you can see & do as much as possible.

The tour begins with an introduction to Helsinki – and how the past & present has made us who we are today. We take you on a walk through the most historic places, past our best-known land-marks, and onto our most modern architecture.

Throughout the tour, we will show you some hidden places and neighbourhoods, that only locals know.

We will give you tips on our personal favourite places - including the cheapest & best restaurants, city viewpoints, places to explore by public transport, and forest walks.

A decent level of fitness is required for the tour - as we explore a lot in 2>2.5 hours. Put on your walking shoes!

We welcome you to come and explore Helsinki with us!

Activity location

Saatytalo
- Snellmaninkatu 9-11
- 00170, Helsinki, Finland

Meeting/Redemption Point

The Bank of Finland
- Snellmaninaukio
- 00101, Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

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FIRST STEPS IN HELSINKI - Beginners Tour (2025)

3h
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 2:30 pm

Price details

AU$49.51 x 1 AdultAU$49.51

Total

Until Fri, 13 June

What's included, what's not

Our knowledgeable tour guides
Service charge
Entry fees to Helsinki Cathedral are not included

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We will be walking at a fairly decent pace for over 2 hours. Please keep this in mind!

Activity itinerary

Saatytalo

Begin your journey through Helsinki’s rich history at the Bank of Finland, the heart of Finland’s financial heritage and a key landmark in the city’s past and present.

Senate Square

15m
Admission ticket not included

Step back in time at Senate Square, where history and architecture come together in stunning harmony. From neoclassical buildings to monumental landmarks, this square is a living testament to Helsinki's cultural legacy. Here we will also find the Helsinki Cathedral - the perfect place for a photo souvenir!

Katajanokka

Discover the charm of Katajonokka Island, where the beauty of Art Nouveau architecture meets the tranquil surroundings of Helsinki's waterfront. Beautiful buildings, Uspenski cathedral and scenic walks await!

Kauppatori

Indulge your senses at Kauppatori, Helsinki's vibrant market square. Fresh local produce, delicious Finnish delicacies, and lively stalls await you in this must-see hub of Finnish culture.

The Esplanadi Park

5m
Admission ticket included

Relax and enjoy the urban heartbeat of Helsinki at Esplanade, the city’s "living room," where locals and visitors alike gather to unwind amidst beautiful green spaces, boutiques, and cafés. A couple of which are on our recommendations list!

Stockmann Department Store

Return after the tour and shop till you drop at Stockmann, Helsinki’s iconic department store that offers everything from fashion to Finnish specialities - all under one roof.

Kamppi Shopping Centre

We will pass through Kamppi Shopping Centre - a modern shopping haven where fashion, food, and entertainment come together in the heart of Helsinki's vibrant city life.

Central Library Oodi

Immerse yourself in the innovative world of Oodi Library, where modern design and cutting-edge technology blend with a vast collection of books, making it a must-see cultural gem of Helsinki. We will show you some of what this library has to offer - and you will quicly come to realise that it is more than just books! As the final point of the tour, this is the best place to grab a coffee, and enjoy a little relaxation after your long walk.

Location

Activity location

Saatytalo
- Snellmaninkatu 9-11
- 00170, Helsinki, Finland

Meeting/Redemption Point

The Bank of Finland
- Snellmaninaukio
- 00101, Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

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