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REDRIB Experience
The guide was updated:Did you know that Finland has over 170.000 islands? Take a day trip with REDRIB to a public island where you can find basic utilities for grilling or a sauna bath. Or just jump on for a one hour cruise outside Helsinki. You can come directly from the pier, as you are. REDRIB provides you with all equpments necessary.
Useful Information
- Website: www.redrib.fi/
- Phone: +358 40 5005271
- Email: info@redrib.fi
Digital Travel Guide Download
Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.
*this will be downloaded as a PDF.Price
€4,95
Helsinki Nature by Fatbike takes you around dirt roads and paths in the nature of Eastern Helsinki. The trails are not only in the forest, much of it is also along the coast line so there are beautiful views of the archipelago and the sea. This tour is 3h long and the bike, a helmet, a snack bar and professional guiding is included. The tour starts from and ends at the Vuosaari Paddling Center and the fatbikes are single-speed bikes and they have both a foot brake and a hand brake.
The season start early winter
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Helsinki Citycopter - Helicopter Sightseeing Tours
Take in all of the city sights and enjoy the exotic Nordic views on one of Helsinki Citycopter's award winning Helicopter Tours! Helsinki Citycopter offers reliable Helicopter flights, trips to archipelago and charter flights all around Finland. The convenient limo service will pick you up for your flight anywhere in Helsinki Metropolitan area and drop you off after your flight in case you are not right next to a helipad. Save time, avoid the crowds and get the best photos!
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REDRIB ICE EXPERIENCE
Try an unforgettable experience in a Hovercraft! Over breaking ice or snow, we head for the empty archipelago deep frozen. Wearing a survival suit you can experience how it feels floating among ice rafts staying completely warm and dry. Running on floating ice rafts is great fun too! Barbecue lunch on a camp fire is a perfect end to a perfect day. Transfer Helsinki / Airport available.
A Hovercraft is a safe and comfortable craft designed to move over almost anything. Water, ice, snow and breaking ice is no problem. The heated cabin and our equipment will keep you warm and dry in all conditions. Our guides and drivers are all professionals with a lot of experience of archipelago and winter conditions. Safety first!
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Swimming Stadium
Swimming Stadium is the place to be in summertime! Designed by architect Jorma Järvi, the Swimming Stadium was built for the 1940 Olympic Games, which — due to the outbreak of war — were cancelled. It later went on to host part of the 1952 Helsinki Olympic Games. Today Swimming Stadium is not only for swimming, but there is also many possibilities to exercise inside the Stadium and also outdoor.
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Royal Line
Royal Line is a local family run business with 75 years of experience, along with its long traditions, professionalism and quality of service ensures its customers an unforgettable experience in Helsinki. The guests of Royal Line will enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the magnificent archipelago of Helsinki whilst enjoying delicious, local, and fresh produced dishes prepared by the chefs on board. In honour of the 75th anniversary, Royal Line launches a new restaurant boat M/S Helsinki in 2020.
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Kumpula outdoor swimming pool
Cozy outdoor swimming pool in the heart of Kumpula, just a bus ride away from the centre of Helsinki. Relax, swim, exercise and have a sauna in peaceful neighbourhood.
Open during summer season.
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Summer day in the wilderness
Escape the city heat and explore a national park! This off the beaten path excursion highlights what makes Finland a top outdoor destination. Get an authentic nature experience in one of Finland's oldest national parks: Liesjärvi. During this guided day trip, you will have a peaceful walk through the national park while testing your senses and feeling the benefits of the forest. During the trip enjoy a Finnish-style lunch over a campfire. Also available as a private tour.
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Mushroom hunting
Discover a foragers paradise on this day trip to a pristine Finnish national park. This excursion starts from Helsinki and takes you to Liesjärvi national park. From the end of summer until late autumn, the park is a mushroom utopia. If you want to go to the best mushroom hunting spots in the national park and enjoy a Finnish-style lunch cooked over a campfire then this trip is for you. Also available as a private tour.
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Winter wonderland hike
This day trip from Helsinki takes you to Liesjärvi national park and gives insight into the secrets of a winter forest. Winter allows us to witness the forest in its mystic grandeur where you experience a peaceful silence throughout the woods. This winter wonderland hike is perfect for those who want to escape the city. Go for an adventure into the forests of Finland and enjoy a hot lunch and coffee by the fire served inside of a wilderness hut. Also available as a private tour.
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Winter archipelago excursion
Immerse yourself in the wild side of Finland's archipelago. During this half day excursion, you get to enjoy the quiet and magical winter forest and freezing waters of the sea in the archipelago. Lunch will be cooked and you can warm up over a campfire with a beautiful seaside view. This day trip starts from Helsinki and takes you to Porkkalanniemi; a scenic peninsula where you have a good chance to see deer, foxes and other wildlife! Also available as a private tour.
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Vuosaari Paddling Center
From the Vuosaari Paddling Center you can rent a kayak and experience the Helsinki archipelago. The Vuosaari Paddling Center rents mainly kayaks (single and double kayaks), but they have also canoes, SUP boards, fatbikes and even a rowboat. The paddling center is located in Eastern Helsinki, a metro ride or a 30 minute car drive away from the city center. The Helsinki archipelago is well worth a visit!
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Berry picking and wildlife
This day trip is packed with superfoods, adventure, and a unique experience inside of a remote national park. During this guided tour you get to pick Finnish superfoods such as blueberries and lingonberries. Trip starts from Helsinki and takes you to Liesjärvi national park where you will enjoy a Finnish-style lunch cooked over a fire. The day will be complete with your belly full of berries and you will be fully charged from this wonderful nature experience. Also available as a private tour.
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Yrjönkatu swimming hall
The swimming hall was inaugurated on 4 June 1928. For decades it was Finland’s only public swimming hall. The hall is architecturally valuable, serving as an impressive example of the classism of its time. Over the decades it has retained its original appearance. There are separate swimming sessions for men and women, with bathers having the choice of whether to wear a swimming costume or not.
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An exciting day trip to Kouvola is waiting for you!
Repovesi National Park hills and cliffs challenge keen hikers and climbers. Highlights for families include the Lapinsalmi bridge, the hand-operated Fox's Ferry, cosy Lapp-style huts for rent, and fine views over the treetops from the park's high spots. In addition to beautiful nature, you can explore living history in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Verla Groundwood and Board Mill. You’ll step into the end of the 19th century and see architectonically valuable buildings and an old factory.
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Autumn day in the wilderness
Explore an off the beaten path national park and capture the colours of autumn. This day trip is easy to join and includes a delicious lunch cooked over a campfire. The day starts from Helsinki and gives you an authentic nature experience in one of Finland’s oldest national parks: Liesjärvi. As your guide leads you through the forest there will be many points of interest while you experience cool rustic autumn air which will leave you feeling 100% charged! Also available as a private tour.
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Helsinki by Kayak
Helsinki by Kayak is a daily guided 3h paddling trip that takes you through the Eastern Helsinki archipelago to one of its islands. On the island you stop for a while to eat sandwiches and to enjoy the nature. This tour is suitable for beginners and experts alike. The tour includes transportation to and from the city center, a professional guide, sandwich and water bottle, and the kayak and paddling gear. The tour’s total duration, including transportation is 4 ½hours.
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Snowmobile tour in Helsinki archipelago
Experience the frozen Gulf of Finland and snowy woods. Snowmobiling is a fun way to explore Helsinki and Sipoo archipelago during winter.
The snowmobile tour covers an easy and beautiful route around nearby forest trails and frozen sea. The snowmobile safaris always include a break at one of the islands when you can relax and enjoy lunch/snacks and hot drinks by the campfire.
Transfer from Helsinki included. Pickup from the Senate Square 09.00 Am
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Design Walk Helsinki
On the famous Design Walk you will learn the history of how design became a lifestyle for the Finns. During the tour you will also meet the fresh faces of Finnish design while admiring the architecture of the design quarters and doing shopping at the fascinating boutiques.
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Luxurious Baltic Sea Roundtrip Cruise
The Helsinki-Stockholm-Helsinki route is served by two of the most unique cruise ships in the world, the sister ships Silja Symphony and Silja Serenade. The heart of these two ships is the lively 142 m long Promenade. The recently renovated, elegant cruise ships offer versatile activities for a memorable cruise – international entertainment, shopping for top brands at tax-free prices as well as a real casino atmosphere, spa-area and many restaurants for all tastes! Departures daily.
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City of Hyvinkää
Hyvinkää offers opportunities for different kinds of cultural, outdoor, and sports experiences all year round. The city is known for the Sveitsi nature park and the Finnish Railway Museum. The old Wool Mill area functions as a popular venue for events. Hyvinkää offers bike paths, cross-country skiing paths and a downhill skislope. Hyvinkää’s Sveitsi area has the most versatile leisure centre in southern Finland, the Sveitsi Leisure Centre, which provides diverse leisure activities.
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Eckerö Line Day Cruise to Tallinn
Helsinki and Tallinn are unique as they are capitals that are adjacent to one another, enjoying their proximity and constituting a common economic and tourist area. Two hours and 15 minutes on board of quick and convenient MS Finlandia and you get to wonder the fairy tale-like Old Town of Tallinn or walk in the modern city of Helsinki. With Eckerö Line these two capital cities are just a short cruise away!
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Treetop Adventure Huippu
Hear the call of the treetops! Treetop Adventure Huippu is a superb high ropes adventure area where active adventurers move from tree to tree. Huippu is located at Leppävaara Sports Park in Espoo, only a 12 minute train ride from Helsinki Central Railway Station. Next to Huippu, you can swim at Leppävaara lido and swimming hall, have fun at Angry Birds playground, walk in the forest or shop at Sello Shopping Centre. Friends of art should head to Gallen-Kallela Museum.
Open during summer season.
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Free Walking Tour
The quick and easy way to get familiar with Helsinki. This walking tour is a great basic introduction to the history and the present of Helsinki and Finland. You will get hints regarding the places, restaurants and attractions you should visit. This tour is FREE! Tips in cash are appreciated but completely voluntary.
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Mental Walk – Guided Tour In Former Psychiatric Hospital
Welcome to get acquinted with the rich history of the most famous mental hospital in Finland! The tour will reveal the development of psychiatric care in the country from the middle ages until today. You will also get know the current state of the premises - the area is an oasis of culture, alternative art scene and also a haven for wellbeing of mind and the body. The tour is organized in cooperation with Pro Lapinlahti and Lapinlahden Lähde.
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Bus & Boat Combination
Take two tours at a time and save money! Historical Sightseeing Cruise - the best way to see Helsinki from the sea.
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus tour covers all the most important sights you need to see in Helsinki! You can also leave the bus at any of the stops and join tour again with the same ticket! Both cruise and bus tour are guided in 10 languages.
Season begins early May till late September
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City Center Walking Tour
The profound 2,5-hour dive into Finnish society! This tour will give you all the must know information on the past and present of Helsinki and Finland. From the oldest neoclassical part of Helsinki the tour will move forward to the modern functionalist center. During the tour, the changing architectural styles will give you visual references of the different historical era’s of Helsinki. You will also get a taste of traditional Finnish foods. The tour covers the main stories on politics, wars, economics and history in general that have shaped our country to what it is nowadays.
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Royal Line Sightseeing Cruise
Enjoy a 1½ hour sightseeing cruises in the beautiful archipelago. Listen to the interesting commentary while you enjoy the wonderful scenery of Helsinki by sea! You will see the highlights of the city including the inner bay of the Suomenlinna Sea Fortres
Season: Spring till late September
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Hop-On Hop-Off CityTour
Explore the highlights of Helsinki at your own pace by opting for a CityTour Hop-On Hop-Off bus. You won’t be tied into a long itinerary, and can instead explore the city independently, only visiting places that interest you. Choose from 22 different stops, including Senate Square, Rock Church, Parliament, and the Market. You’ll be able to hop on and off as many times as you like over 24 hours, audio commentary is available on board.
Best price available if booked online from www.citytour.fi
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Royal Line Dinner Cruise
See the beautiful western archipelago of Helsinki while you enjoy a delicious dinner during an evening cruise in a relaxing atmosphere. Listen to an interesting commentary while you try typical, Finnish delicacies prepared by the ship´s own chef!
Season begins early spring till late September
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Smuggler´s Dinner Cruise
Join the 6 pm Smuggler´s Dinner Cruise and enjoy entertaining stories about Helsinki and the Finnish prohibition period. The ship´s own chef prepares a delicious dinner on board. You can choose between a typical Nordic buffet and a full dinner menu. This cruise will take you along the most beautiful route in the eastern archipelago.
Season begins early spring till late August
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Historical Sightseeing Cruise
Enjoy the most extensive sightseeing cruise in Helsinki! The best views including the inner bay of the Suomenlinna sea fortress. You will see many islands, the beautiful shores of old city districts, famous historical buildings, churches, icebreakers, harbours, villas, saunas and the zoo. Historical Helsinki is available only on Royal Line´s vessels. A traditional archipelago buffet is also available. Extensive and interesting commentary in 10 languages.
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Royal Line Lunch Cruise
Try a typical Finnish lunch buffet or a delicious lunch menu while you enjoy the beautiful scenery of Helsinki by sea. Listen to an entertaining commentary along the route as you pass by many landmarks and interesting islands, including the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress.
Season begins early spring till late September
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Day Cruise to Tallinn
Discover the medieval Old Town of Tallinn while visiting Helsinki! Cross the Baltic Sea in only 2 hours with the most modern eco-friendly Shuttles Star & Megastar. Travel comfortably and enjoy the versatile shopping opportunities and restaurants. Tallink offers up to 6 daily departures between Helsinki and Tallinn all year round.
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Guided tour at Suomenlinna
During the guided walking tour an authorised guide tells about the 260 years of eventful history of Suomenlinna under the rule of three different states as well as the life on the island today. You will see the most important sights of the fortress, such as the Great Castle Courtyard, Piper’s Park and the Dry Dock, which in its days was among the largest in the world.
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Guided tour at Vallisaari
The island of Vallisaari is located next to Suomenlinna and opens for the public for the first time in May 2016. The island has been used by the military since the 18th Century and most of the fortifications works date from the 19th Century. Today the island of Vallisaari is a beautiful old fortress island with well preserved fortification works and a unique nature. The island can be reach during the summerseason. The best way to get familiar with the island is to attend a guided tour by resrevations for groups.
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Foxtrail
Foxtrail is a urban adventure for friends, families, companies and groups in which the city becomes a playing field as you follow the foxes trail. In order to avoid losing track of the fox, the teams (2-8 persons) have to break codes and find hidden messages along the way. But beware - it can be quite challenging! The clues are tricky and can only be solved through intelligence and teamwork. The exciting chase takes you on an adventure past some of the highlights and unexplored corners of the city. A new way to (re)discover Helsinki!
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Cannon sloop Diana´s public sailings
Experience an 18th Century Sea Adventure. During Diana’s sailings you will see Suomenlinna from the sea and hear about the fascinating history of the archipelago fleet. The public can choose to assist in raising and lowering the sails, and a few brave ones can join in with the rowing. The journey is enlivened by Admiral Chapman and his crew.
Season starts early Spring
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Guided Smaku-walk in Porvoo
Enjoy delicous food in an original setting! Smaku-walk is an unique culinary experience created by restaurants in the heart of Porvoo. During the guided tour you visit four restaurants, each offering you a delicious small Smaku dish. Local products and ingredients are used as much as possible and the menu has always the season’s best flavours. Your guide will tell you great stories about the history of Porvoo and you will learn interesting details about the culinary culture and heritage in Finland. Enjoy Porvoo in a new and unique way! Book your tour seven days in advance, prices from 63€/per
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Helsinki Card
Helsinki Card is a city card with a number of benefits that will help you to discover and experience Helsinki plus save money, time and energy during your visit. Available as a 24h, 48h or 72h card.
The card includes:
- FREE Sightseeing tours by bus and by boat (by boat May-Sep)
- FREE unlimited travel on public transport and Suomenlinna ferry
- FREE entry to major museums and sights
- FREE guidebook incl. maps and complete tourist info
- Several discounts in restaurants, shops and attractions
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Helsinki City Pass
All the most important things with one card!
With your card you get free Hop-On Hop-Off bus tours, different cruises to choose from and possibility to get to the Suomenlinna fortress during 48H.
Besides of free entrances to the most interesting museums, you get also shopping discounts and benefits.
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REDRIB Experience
Did you know that Finland has over 170.000 islands? Take a day trip with REDRIB to a public island where you can find basic utilities for grilling or a sauna bath. Or just jump on for a one hour cruise outside Helsinki. You can come directly from the pier, as you are. REDRIB provides you with all equpments necessary.
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Tours & Activities
Planmeca Golf Areena Helsinki Oy
Planmeca Golf Areena Oy is the biggest full service golf center in Finland. We offer an optimal practice environment, a modern selection of equipment, a cozy cafeteria and a nice atmosphere. The arena has close to 4000 square meters of practice area, a short game area covering over 700 square meters, a large golf store with great selection, a cafeteria and a golf simulator. Thirty-three hitting bays and large short game areas with versatile and high class artificial turf offer opportunities to train almost as if you were out on real grass. #planmecagolfareena#visitvuosaari
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Päijänne National Park
Päijänne National Park is a real gem of the Lahti region where the pristine waters of Lake Päijänne wash the sandy shores of a chain of islands formed by an esker ridge that dates back to the Ice Age. Visit for example Kelvenne island by boat from Padasjoki or the Pulkkilanharju ridge, an eight-kilometer long and accessible by road, offering the spectacular national landscapes.
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Church of the Cross
Church of the Cross designed by academician Alvar Aalto is the main church in the city of Lahti. Build in 1978, the simplified church’s exterior face opening to the market place is dominated by large cross consisting of 52 windows, one for the each week of the year.
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Sibelius Hall
Sibelius Hall located in the Passenger Harbour in Lahti, is an impressive concert and congress centre combining modern wooden architecture and old industrial history in the most interesting way. The Sibelius Hall has been permanently ranked among the top 10 music halls in the world and it is a home concert hall of the Lahti Symphony Orchestra which has gained worldwide acclaim under some of the best conductors in the world.
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Foxtrail - Play with the city
Foxtrail is a urban adventure for friends, families, companies and groups in which the city becomes a playing field as you follow the foxes trail. In order to avoid losing track of the fox, the teams (2-8 persons) have to break codes and find hidden messages along the way. But beware - it can be quite challenging! The clues are tricky and can only be solved through intelligence and teamwork. The exciting chase takes you on an adventure past some of the highlights and unexplored corners of the city. A new way to (re)discover Helsinki!
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Kon-Tiki Tours / Kon-Tiki Finland
Kon-Tiki Finland is a DMC and incoming agency offering tailor-made tours in Helsinki area and Lapland for groups planning a visit to Finland. When your group requires something unique, then a signature tour can be tailor-made. Kon-Tiki Finland is an expert in producing travel experiences that meet the expectations of your dreams and commitment.
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Limousine Service Ltd.
Indulge yourself with a chauffeur-driven vehicle.
Limousine Service Ltd. offers a vast fleet for you to explore Helsinki and its surroundings at your own pace. Our multilingual chauffeurs and top-of-the-line vehicles ensure you the best experience of this Nordic capital. You may also book tours to nearby sights, such as Porvoo, Fiskars, Hanko or even Savonlinna. You will enjoy complimentary bottled water, umbrellas and wi-fi onboard.
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VisitEDUfinn Ltd.
VisitEDUfinn Ltd. organizes visits to famous Finnish schools. During the visit, you will have time to talk with Finnish teachers and ask about their teaching practices, methods, or the challenges they face during their daily work. The visit also includes the Finnish school lunch – famous for being offered to every student for free. All the visits are guided by a Finnish education professional.
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Mikkeli - St. Michel, City of Manors and Gardens in the Lake Saimaa Region
Mikkeli is a historical city situated on the shores of the fourth largest lake in Europe, Lake Saimaa. Only 2,5 hours away from Helsinki, Mikkeli is also easily reachable by public transport. In Mikkeli, you will find the perfect mix of nature experiences and local life. The many manors and gardens of the city offer an interesting insight in to the days gone by, coupled with varied events, shopping opportunities and fresh, local food. Take a breather in the city’s many urban parks.
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Lahti - Gateaway to Finnish Lakeland
Less than an hour away from Helsinki, Lahti is a prefect destination for day trips. Explore the Lahti Passenger Harbour with impressive wooden concert hall Sibelius Hall, visit Pro Puu wood design gallery, pop in to charming cafes and have a relaxing walk in beautiful Lanu Sculpture Park. Lahti is also famous for its massive ski jumping towers – explore the ski museum and in the summertime visit the top of the ski jumping tower and dip in the outdoor swimming pool under the ski jumping hill.
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Cruise with one day in Stockholm
Enjoy a relaxing cruise between the capital cities of Finland and Sweden, Helsinki and Stockholm. The Viking Line ships offer a wide variety of on-board activities: visit one of the restaurants and bars, the tax-free shops or enjoy great entertainment and music in the nightclub. You will have a full day at your leisure to explore Stockholm, Viking Line arrives to a central location in Stockholm. Daily departure from Katajanokka harbour.
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A day cruise to Tallinn
A day cruise from Helsinki to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is a popular way to do a day trip from Helsinki. Viking Line offers up to five departures daily – you may choose the best option for you. During the day in Tallinn, you have time to experience the capital of Estonia. Viking Line arrives to a central location in Tallinn.
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Länsi-Uudenmaan Lumo matkailu oy
Enjoy the countryside next to Helsinki!
Only half an hour drive from Helsinki, stands Finlands finest countryside region. The south coast of Finland has many exotic and beautiful destinations that offer travellers physical and emotional pleasure through activities, events, and cultural sights. Check out the south coast environment and get familiar with the nature, local food and cultural sights. There are plenty of choices to spend the night, just select your favourite. The Region offers many opportunities to enjoy your holiday. Go to our website and check your way to enjoy!
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