Tips & Tricks
Saunas at Rastila (Karavaanikatu 4, Helsinki) –saunas are a deeply ingrained part of Finnish culture, so it’s no surprise that such facilities can be found throughout Helsinki. Rastila Camping Helsinki (located in the outer reaches of the city — just 17 minutes away from downtown) has three cozy saunas that can be rented: two small […]
Sea Life Helsinki – this facility has an array of underwater sea life, ranging from sharks, to piranhas, sea horses, octopuses, clownfish, turtles, and other sea creatures. Admission: €16 (adult 15 year or older), €11 (children 3-14), free for children under 3 years. Hours vary. See Sea Life’s website for an updated schedule and other […]
Korjaamo Culture Factory (Töölönkatu 51 A-B, Helsinki) — Korjaamo Culture Factory is one of the largest arts centers in the Nordic countries. It produces arts events across various fields including music, theatre, fine arts and talks. Every August, Korjaamo hosts Stage – Helsinki Theatre Festival, which showcases a top-notch selection of domestic and foreign theatre […]
Serena Water Park (Tornimäentie 10, Espoo) – this is a great place for the entire family to enjoy the tropical warmth year-round — with terraced pools, massaging whirlpools, waterslides and a unique sauna section carved from the bedrock. There’s also the Black Hole pipeslide — featuring sound and light effects. Outdoors, there are carpet slides, […]
Linnanmäki Amusement Park (Tivolikuja 1, Helsinki) – located in the northern part of the city, this is Helsinki’s amusement park, with fairground rides in an exciting atmosphere. The classic wooden rollercoaster is still the most popular ride. Free admission to the Park during the Summer. Prices vary for individual amusement rides. See the Park’s website […]
Presidentinlinna (President’s Palace) (Pohjoisespl. 1, Keskusta/Kauppatori, Helsinki) – since Finland is a young country (having gotten its independence from Russia in 1917), this building was originally a salt storehouse when it was built during the early 19th century. It became a palace in 1845 (where members of Russia’s royal family later resided). The Russian Czar […]