Tino's Guidebook
Sightseeing
It’s a large historical fortress built by the Swedish and was subsequently conquered by Russians. It’s a facinating piece of Finnish history and geopolitics of its era. Especially nice in the summer with a small beach. No admission fee. Great for people of all ages. You can take a public transport ferry to the island. and it takes approx 20mins. Load the HSL -app for ferry tickets.
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Suomenlinna
It’s a large historical fortress built by the Swedish and was subsequently conquered by Russians. It’s a facinating piece of Finnish history and geopolitics of its era. Especially nice in the summer with a small beach. No admission fee. Great for people of all ages. You can take a public transport ferry to the island. and it takes approx 20mins. Load the HSL -app for ferry tickets.
Allas SeaPool is 5 min walk from the place and it's a fun way to spend a few hours outdoor swimming, sauna and concert venue with a restaurant, bar/cafe and terrace with a stunning vista. You can rent towels and swimming gear.
POOLS & SAUNAS Open: Mon-Fri 06:30-21:00, Sat 09:00-21:00, Sun 10:00-20:00. ALLAS CAFÉ & TERRACE Mon-Thu 08:00-21:00, Fri 08:00-22:00, Sat 09:00-22:00, Sun 10:00-21:00 More info and reservations: https://www.allasseapool.fi/en/info
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Allas Sea Pool
2a KatajanokanlaituriAllas SeaPool is 5 min walk from the place and it's a fun way to spend a few hours outdoor swimming, sauna and concert venue with a restaurant, bar/cafe and terrace with a stunning vista. You can rent towels and swimming gear.
POOLS & SAUNAS Open: Mon-Fri 06:30-21:00, Sat 09:00-21:00, Sun 10:00-20:00. ALLAS CAFÉ & TERRACE Mon-Thu 08:00-21:00, Fri 08:00-22:00, Sat 09:00-22:00, Sun 10:00-21:00 More info and reservations: https://www.allasseapool.fi/en/info
It's 5 mins walk away to the main cathedral in Helsinki.
Helsinki Cathedral (Finnish: Helsingin tuomiokirkko, Suurkirkko; Swedish: Helsingfors domkyrka, Storkyrkan) is the Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral of the Diocese of Helsinki, located in the neighbourhood of Kruununhaka in the centre of Helsinki, Finland. The church was originally built from 1830-1852 as a tribute to the Grand Duke of Finland, Tsar Nicholas I of Russia. It was also known as St Nicholas' Church until the independence of Finland in 1917.[1] It is a major landmark of the city. More info: https://www.helsinginseurakunnat.fi/en/index/helsingintuomiokirkko.html.stx
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Helsingin tuomiokirkko
29 UnioninkatuIt's 5 mins walk away to the main cathedral in Helsinki.
Helsinki Cathedral (Finnish: Helsingin tuomiokirkko, Suurkirkko; Swedish: Helsingfors domkyrka, Storkyrkan) is the Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral of the Diocese of Helsinki, located in the neighbourhood of Kruununhaka in the centre of Helsinki, Finland. The church was originally built from 1830-1852 as a tribute to the Grand Duke of Finland, Tsar Nicholas I of Russia. It was also known as St Nicholas' Church until the independence of Finland in 1917.[1] It is a major landmark of the city. More info: https://www.helsinginseurakunnat.fi/en/index/helsingintuomiokirkko.html.stx
Neighborhoods
Kruununhaka (Swedish: Kronohagen) is a neighbourhood of Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Kruununhaka next to the old harbour and the city center, when Helsinki was moved from the earlier location in the mid-1660s.
From the very beginning, the residents included city and state officials. Many buildings of the University of Helsinki are also situated in Kruununhaka. The area has become known for its vintage shops, cafés and restaurants.
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Kruununhaka
Kruununhaka (Swedish: Kronohagen) is a neighbourhood of Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Kruununhaka next to the old harbour and the city center, when Helsinki was moved from the earlier location in the mid-1660s.
From the very beginning, the residents included city and state officials. Many buildings of the University of Helsinki are also situated in Kruununhaka. The area has become known for its vintage shops, cafés and restaurants.
Food scene
A block away from the apartment you can find delicious authentic Korean dishes for a demanding eater. My favourite is Dyaejinbulgogi 돼지불고기 with beer and Soju (Korean spirits made from rice, wheat, or barley). They do take-away, a lunch buffet during weekdays and á la carte in the evenings. http://www.koreahouse.fi/yhteystiedot.htm
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Korea House Restaurant
19 MariankatuA block away from the apartment you can find delicious authentic Korean dishes for a demanding eater. My favourite is Dyaejinbulgogi 돼지불고기 with beer and Soju (Korean spirits made from rice, wheat, or barley). They do take-away, a lunch buffet during weekdays and á la carte in the evenings. http://www.koreahouse.fi/yhteystiedot.htm
BAR/RESTAURANT
5 mins walk from the flat is Holiday Bar – A hip place to have a drink and a bite. More info: https://holiday-bar.fi/
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Holiday Bar
7 Kanavaranta5 mins walk from the flat is Holiday Bar – A hip place to have a drink and a bite. More info: https://holiday-bar.fi/
Public Sauna / SPA
Sauna's are a big part of the Finnish culture and state-of-mind.
Though nudity in sauna proper is usually required it is not mandatory. Sauna is not about sexuality, but rather zen like relaxation and rejuvenation.
Architect Tuomas Toivonen´s and Nene Tsuboi´s ecological design -sauna in the shadow of sculptural Merihaka district. Wood pellet heated saunas for men and women. Seat covers included in admission, towels can be rented. Open all year round, ice swimming in winter. NB! No own drinks allowed, no reservations, limited entry for groups (max. 3persons). More info: and opening hours: kulttuurisauna.fi
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Kulttuurisauna
17 HakaniemenrantaArchitect Tuomas Toivonen´s and Nene Tsuboi´s ecological design -sauna in the shadow of sculptural Merihaka district. Wood pellet heated saunas for men and women. Seat covers included in admission, towels can be rented. Open all year round, ice swimming in winter. NB! No own drinks allowed, no reservations, limited entry for groups (max. 3persons). More info: and opening hours: kulttuurisauna.fi
Kaupunkia koskevat ohjeet
Liikkuminen
Walk or use public transport.
Downtown Helsinki is tiny and very safe even at night.
You can walk everywhere or if you are in a hurry our public transport system is solid and reliable. Trams, busses, ferries and the Metro are an easy and cost effective way to get there :)
All you have to do is to download the HSL-app to buy a ticket. See more: https://www.hsl.fi/en
Tapoja säästää
Don't buy bottled water – drink from the tap.
Tap water in Helsinki and Finland is great. Few years ago it was tested to be cleaner than bottled water :)
It's safe to drink and refill your water bottles. https://www.visitfinland.com/article/water-a-pure-reason-to-visit-finland/
Tavat ja kulttuuri
Try a public sauna
Sauna is in the heart of Finnish culture and it's a great way to relax and talk to complete strangers :)
In Finland you sauna nude, but it is not required. Also men and women usually sauna separately. The unisex saunas require a bathing suite.
There are some 8 public saunas in Helsinki.
Try one of them! See: https://www.myhelsinki.fi/en/see-and-do/activities/public-saunas-in-helsinki