activities

Helsinki City Sightseeing by Bus

Duration: 15:30-17:30
Return: to Messukeskus, or you can also stay in the Helsinki city centre

Explore all the top sights in Helsinki with a guided sightseeing bus tour. Two stops are included in the tour: Senate Square by the Helsinki Cathedral, and the Sibelius Monument, which is one of the “musts” when visiting Helsinki.

Sightseeing Cruise in Helsinki

Duration: 15:30-18:30
Return: to the Market Square (no return transfer to Messukeskus)

Enjoy a sightseeing boat tour and experience the beautiful archipelago and shorelines of Helsinki. The boat departs from the Market Square, where you will be transported to by bus from Messukeskus. The cruise takes approximately two hours.

What's included in the tour?

• Bus transport from Messukeskus to the Market Square
• Boat tour 
• A local English-speaking guide
• Coffee and a snack 

Things to note

• The boat has seats outside and inside
• The boat has a café where you can purchase drinks at your own expense
• There is no return transfer to Messukeskus, the tour ends at the Marked Square

Suomenlinna Sea Fortress - UNESCO World Heritage Site

Duration: 15:30-18:30
Return: to the Market Square (no return transfer to Messukeskus)

The UNESCO World Heritage site Suomenlinna is one of Finland’s most popular attractions. However, the sea fortress is not just a place to visit; it is also a maritime district of Helsinki, where about 800 residents live and work. 

On the guided walking tour in Suomenlinna, you will see the top sights of the fortress and learn about its fascinating history, and about life on the island today. You will take a private ferry from the Market Square to Suomenlinna. The travel time of the ferry is only 15 minutes.

What's included in the tour?

• Bus transport from Messukeskus to the Market Square
• Private ferry from the Market Square to Suomenlinna and back
• A guided walking tour in Suomenlinna
  
• A local English-speaking guide

Things to note

• There is no return transfer to Messukeskus, the tour ends at the Marked Square

Nordic Walking

Duration: 15:30-17:00
Return: to Messukeskus

This tour teaches you the art of Nordic Walking. Nordic Walking is a Finnish-origin walking technique that uses poles to work your upper body as well as your legs. Certified instructors will teach you the proper techniques, transforming your stroll into a dynamic and effective workout. No need to worry about equipment! Poles are provided to all participants, to ensure you experience the full benefits of Nordic Walking.

What's included in the tour?

• Local Nordic Walking instructor (English-speaking)
• Nordic Walking pole rental‍

Things to note

• A water bottle is advisable, especially on warm days

Walking tour at Seurasaari

Duration: 15:30-18:00
Return: to Messukeskus

This guided walking tour takes you across the beautiful Seurasaari Island and into its open air museum area, where rural life and traditional Finnish architecture come to life. The island’s peaceful forests and shoreline views create a uniquely serene setting which makes Seurasaari special in every season. 

What's included in the tour?

• Bus transport to Seurasaari and back
• A local English-speaking guide

Things to note

• Optional visit to a museum, entrance fee not included in the tour fee

Helsinki Architecture Walking Tour

Duration: 15:30-17:30
Return: to City centre (no return transfer to Messukeskus)

Explore Helsinki’s most talked-about architectural gems — from elegant Neo-Classicism and imaginative Jugend details to the bold forms of National Romantic design. Experience the clean lines of Functionalism, innovative Modernism, and today’s modern wood architecture, which reflects the city’s commitment to sustainability. 

This tour offers a fresh look at how Helsinki has grown — a journey through history, creativity, and everyday life in Finland’s capital.

What's included in the tour?

• Bus transport from Messukeskus 
• A local English-speaking guide

Things to note

• There is no return transfer to Messukeskus, the tour ends in the City Center

Walking Tour in Urban Nature

Duration: 15:30-18:00
Return: to Messukeskus

Pornaistenniemi, with its forested landscapes and the culturally significant Lammassaari, is a diverse and accessible nature destination on the shores of Vanhankaupunginlahti. The alder grove of Pornaistenniemi and the area around it are protected nature reserves, offering visitors a chance to experience peaceful wetlands, rich birdlife, and the unique atmosphere of Helsinki’s urban nature.

What's included in the tour?

• Bus transport from Messukeskus and back
• A local English-speaking wilderness guide

Kellotorni Experience: Architecture, Tower Views & Craft Beer Tasting

Duration: 15:30-18:00
Return: in the City centre (note, no return transfer to Messukeskus)

Discover Helsinki’s Central Station through its grand architecture, its panoramic tower views, and its emerging craft beer culture. This guided experience moves between the station’s impressive Art Nouveau spaces, the historic Clock Tower with sweeping views over the city center, and the tower’s own brewery, where a guided tasting of beers brewed on-site awaits. 

Whether your visit begins with architecture, altitude, or craft beer, each stop reveals a different side of this iconic landmark. Together, these three elements — striking design, unforgettable views, and modern brewing culture — create a memorable exploration of Helsinki’s past and present.

What's included in the tour?

• A local English-speaking guide
• Craft beer tasting
  

Things to note

• You will meet your guide at Messukeskus and take the local train to the Central Railway Station
• There is no lift to the top of the Clock Tower
• There is no return transfer to Messukeskus, the tour ends in the City Center