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Destination Information
Country
Finland
Province
South Finland
Elevation
26 meters
Population
564,579 (2008)
Language
Finnish, Swedish
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Helsinki
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The seasons pass through Finland’s vast hinterlands and picturesque harbor-side cities with great emotion. A tranquil beauty settles over majestic swathes of ice and snow each winter, while summer’s endless days resound with unparalleled exuberance. The pure Finnish air sweeps off the sapphire waters of the Baltic Sea, mingling with arctic winds in a rejuvenating waltz through springtime blossoms and autumn foliage. Enduring forests of birch and pine stretch across Finland’s untouched wilderness to Helsinki, continental Europe’s most northern capital. Homeland of iconic design brands, this radiant metropolis charms with neo-classical grace and a devotion to all that is cutting-edge in the world of art and technology.
Memorable Experiences
Summer Celebrations
Revel among bonfires and birch branches at June's Midsummer Eve fête.
National Hero
Stand under the Sibelius Monument and admire its 600 textured steel tubes.
City Gazing
Climb the tower at Olympic Park to see unsurpassed views of the city.
Afternoon Sweets
Savor a Napolean cake at Ekberg, Helsinki's oldest family run cafe.
Distinctive Details
The sky above Helsinki glows as the sun sweeps across the horizon. Merriment ensues among the dreamlike atmosphere of midsummer days, as Finland’s long, warm afternoons stretch into magical “white nights.”
The Luxury Collection Hotels and Resorts Nearby
 Culture
Art, music, and theatre mingle in extraordinary works of stunning Finnish architecture. Highly Recommended
Korjaamo Culture Factory
A red carpet leads to the glass doors of a historic lemon yellow tram depot. Photographs of... Read More
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
Long ramps curve against towering walls of gray. As natural light filters down through vast... Read More
Ateneum Art Museum
Gustavian era scenes of the hunt give way to rococo portraits. 19th century landscapes lead to... Read More
Finlandia Hall
Cool air blows off the peaceful waters of Töölö Bay while a majestic fountain shoots graceful... Read More Shopping
Sought after fashions are on offer alongside the world’s most cherished design brands. Local Specialty
Artek Esplandai Store
A dynamic pattern of white titles, edged in black, stretches across the floor of a long room. At... Read MoreNeighborhoods
Design District Helsinki
The lacquered green rods of the “Latva Coat Rack” entwine like tall sheaths of bamboo among... Read MoreShops & Boutiques  Cuisine
Nordic tradition encounters innovation from the skilled hands of acclaimed chefs. Acclaimed
Ravintola Sea Horse
Tranquil seahorses glide through waves of aqua and cobalt blue. Striped with bands of electric... Read More
Chez Dominique
A dollop of glistening caviar perches upon a fresh lobster tail, while glazed Iberico pork rests... Read More
Grotesk
Ornate cornices adorn a stunning red brick Beaux-Arts building. A ring of light frames the dark... Read MoreLocal Specialty
Olo
Honey-colored sauce swirls among gleaming cuts of sashimi. Golden nasturtium petals lie gently... Read More Noteworthy
Enchanting destinations reveal the unique nature of this rare locale. Day Excursions
Suomenlinna
An icy cloak engulfs a rare archipelago, shrouding 17th century houses, barren docks, and stone... Read More
Porvoo
Red-ochre storehouses line the edge of a peaceful river. Icons of this charming city, they testify... Read MoreFurther Afield
Tallinn, Estonia
Terracotta-capped towers crown a medieval old town and loom above winding cobbled streets. Their... Read MoreHighly Recommended
Temppeliaukio ‘Rock’ Church
Concentric circles radiate from an extraordinary copper ceiling like the cross section of a... Read More |
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