Helsinki

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The Daughter of the Baltics.
Remodeled by Russian czars along the lines of Saint Petersburg, Helsinki manages to combine its role as an international metropolis with small-town charm.

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How does Helsinki do it? The city combines old-time port charms with modern vibes. The Swedes established it as a strategic trading port in the 18th century. Helsinki's eclectic mix of styles offers a rare treat for architecture buffs. The buildings combine Nordic Minimalism with Byzantine-Russian, Austrian-influenced Art Nouveau, Neoclassical, and Modernist styles.

The churches in Helsinki are high on the must-see list. You should visit the Lutheran and Russian Orthodox Cathedrals. There's also the 1960s-built Rock Church, blasted from bedrock. And don't miss the impressive Senate Square. Other hits in the center of Helsinki include the classy Esplanade shopping streets and park. Then there's the Sibelius monument and the lively South Harbor market. Save time for a visit to Suomenlinna, a UNESCO-listed fortress archipelago, just a 15-minute ferry ride from Helsinki's South Harbor. Here you'll experience scenic tranquility that contrasts with the bustling city. Helsinki's direct flights to North America make it an ideal place to start or finish a tour of the Baltics.

Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Helsinki

Spend some time in Helsinki on a tour that takes in other cities in Finland and neighboring countries. Our vacation packages including Helsinki and other destinations throughout Finland and Europe hassle-free. We take care of getting you from place to place, accommodation, excursions and activities.

Winter in the Baltics & Finland Custom Itinerary

Winter in the Baltics & Finland

Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki, Rovaniemi

Where to stay in Helsinki

As you'd expect from a design-forward modern European capital, there's a good choice of boutique and design hotels in Helsinki but if you're looking for something on the quirky side, might we suggest a night in the slammer? A former prison in the Katajanokka district has been converted into a hotel. Conditions are somewhat improved for current guests. Once we start preparing your customized itinerary we will present our recommended options for you to select from.

Classic Hotel in Helsinki

Classic Hotel

Looking to keep it simple and central? Here you'll find nice looking rooms at a budget price. The rooms are smaller, in the city center

Boutique Design Hotel in Helsinki

Boutique Design Hotel

This boutique hotel features minimalist and modest design in the heart of the city.

Luxury Hotel in Helsinki

Luxury Hotel

An elegant hotel set in a beautiful historic building. The perfect option for people seeking luxury.

Things to do in Helsinki

Helsinki might be a relatively modern city but it has plenty of sights to see, and quite spread out. Our favorite way to see these is via the Sustainable City Tour, which will take you around all the highlights. Combine it with a boat tour to see another side of the city too. One place that's well worth visiting on your own is the UNESCO-listed fortress archipelago of Suomenlinna, a 15 minute ferry ride from Helsinki's market square. When we send you your customized itinerary you will be able to choose additional excursions to include in your vacation package or consider for adding later.

Sunset Sauna Cycle Private Tour

Sunset Sauna Cycle Private Tour

Porvoo and Loviisa Private Day trip

Porvoo and Loviisa Private Day trip

Design District Private Walking Tour

Design District Private Walking Tour

Finnish Food and Beer Private Tour

Finnish Food and Beer Private Tour

Glowing Reviews from Our Guests

4.9 / 5

Average of our Guest's Ratings of our trip packages including Helsinki, based on 14 reviews

Review by Susan & William

Susan & William

Alaska

Extremely helpful, all guides and drivers were outstanding, and the final trip plans were just what we wanted. They listened and they came through.

Extremely helpful, all guides and drivers were outstanding, and the final trip plans were just what we wanted. They listened and they came through.

Year : 2022
Visited : Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland
Itinerary : Warsaw, Vilnius, Klaipeda, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki
Rating :

5 / 5

Year : 2022
Visited : Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland
Itinerary : Warsaw, Vilnius, Klaipeda, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki
Rating :

5 / 5

Review by Daryle & Kenneth

Daryle & Kenneth

Virginia

I would unequivocally and enthusiastically recommend JayWay Travel to anyone looking for a trusted agent to plan their vacation. Fantastic service, excellent value for the money. My husband and I are seasoned global travelers, but we’re also busy professionals, and simply didn’t have the time to plan our own Baltics adventure. We took a leap of faith and outsourced the trip planning to JayWay Travel and we are so happy we did. The trip exceeded our expectations on every front!

I would unequivocally and enthusiastically recommend JayWay Travel to anyone looking for a trusted agent to plan their vacation. Fantastic service, excellent value for the money. My husband and I are seasoned global travelers, but we’re also busy professionals, and simply didn’t have the time to plan our own Baltics adventure. We took a leap of faith and outsourced the trip planning to JayWay Travel and we are so happy we did. The trip exceeded our expectations on every front!

Year : 2022
Visited : Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania
Itinerary : Helsinki, Tallinn, Parnu, Riga, Klaipeda, Vilnius, Helsinki
Rating :

5 / 5

Year : 2022
Visited : Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania
Itinerary : Helsinki, Tallinn, Parnu, Riga, Klaipeda, Vilnius, Helsinki
Rating :

5 / 5

Review by Bill & Sandra

Bill & Sandra

If you want to experience Europe to the fullest, JayWay Travel is the way to go. They are extremely professional and highly efficient. They will guarantee you are totally satisfied. We are over the top happy we chose them. 5 Star all the way!!

If you want to experience Europe to the fullest, JayWay Travel is the way to go. They are extremely professional and highly efficient. They will guarantee you are totally satisfied. We are over the top happy we chose them. 5 Star all the way!!

Year : 2022
Visited : Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland
Itinerary : Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Cesky Krumlov, Prague, Karlovy Vary, Dresden, Berlin, Nuremberg, Munich, Frankfurt, Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki
Rating :

5 / 5

Year : 2022
Visited : Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland
Itinerary : Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Cesky Krumlov, Prague, Karlovy Vary, Dresden, Berlin, Nuremberg, Munich, Frankfurt, Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki
Rating :

5 / 5

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