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Europe Finland Helsinki Tours & Activities Church of the Cross

Church of the Cross

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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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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.​

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Helsinki Nature by Fatbike

Helsinki Nature by Fatbike

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

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

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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Royal Line

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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Summer day in the wilderness

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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Winter wonderland hike

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

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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Berry picking and wildlife

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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An exciting day trip to Kouvola is waiting for you!

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

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

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

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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Luxurious Baltic Sea Roundtrip Cruise

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

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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Treetop Adventure Huippu

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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Mental Walk – Guided Tour In Former Psychiatric Hospital

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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City Center Walking Tour

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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Hop-On Hop-Off CityTour

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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Historical Sightseeing Cruise

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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Guided tour at Vallisaari

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

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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Guided Smaku-walk in Porvoo

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

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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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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Foxtrail - Play with the city

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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Mikkeli - St. Michel, City of Manors and Gardens in the Lake Saimaa Region

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

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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Länsi-Uudenmaan Lumo matkailu oy

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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