Seurasaari Open-Air Museum

The Rock Church, or Temppeliaukio Church, is one of Helsinki's most unique architectural landmarks. Carved directly into solid granite, the church features a stunning copper dome that creates an impressive and serene atmosphere inside. Completed in 1969, the design by architect brothers Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen blends modern aesthetics with natural elements, making it a popular attraction for both tourists and locals. The interior is known for its excellent acoustics, making it a favored venue for concerts and events. Located in the Töölö district, the Rock Church is a must-visit site that showcases Helsinki's innovative approach to design and architecture.

From Stop 14, use the walkway toward the Tradesmen sculpture, the ceramic relief on the facade of the Helsinki School of Economics and Business Administration. Cross the street at the traffic light toward the hill. If you don't have the CityPass, you can still enjoy the view from the outside.

Finland is one of the best places in the world for foraging wild foods. As spring transitions into summer, the forest flourishes new vegetation and the aroma of fresh berries fills the air. Whether you are here to experience the Finnish culture of berry picking or simply taste these natural and organic berries, you will treasure this intimate experience in Finland's wilderness.

Restaurant Rioni is a cozy restaurant in the heart of Helsinki that invites you on a journey through the world of Georgian flavours.

MINNA MINNA is a Finnish footwear brand founded by designer Minna Parikka, known for its distinctive soles inspired by pearl necklaces and crafted in Spain from up to 99% natural and recycled materials.

For CityPass customer, we have a 10% discount code that works both online and in-store. 

Discount code: Myminnaminna10 

Miela is a Finnish fashion and sustainable consumption store located in Helsinki & Tampere! Our selection includes nearly a hundred Finnish brands! Our online store serves customers all across Finland (www.miela.fi). Miela's product selection includes clothes and a lot of different accessories. Miela is famous for its Finnish jewelry selection, which is said to be the best and largest in Finland!
Now only for CityPass card holders – a discount! Get 20% off a piece of jewelry when purchasing clothing.

From Stop 2 on the Hop On Hop Off bus, you can easily catch a ferry to Korkeasaari Zoo with JT Line. After hopping off the bus, head towards the Market Square (Kauppatori), where the JT Line ferry departs. The ferry terminal is just a short walk away from Stop 2. Look for the signs for Korkeasaari or JT Line, and you’ll find the ferry dock. Enjoy a scenic boat ride through the Helsinki archipelago, arriving directly at Korkeasaari Zoo. Remember to check the ferry schedule in advance for the most convenient departure times!

No more stress and hassle!

With Helsinki City Pass, you can travel with public transport from the Airport to your accomodation easily. Helsinki City Pass allows you to travel within zone A,B and C.

Helsinki is renowned for its efficient public transportation system, making it an excellent way to explore the top attractions covered by the Helsinki City Pass.

Suomenlinna Museum, located in the Suomenlinna Centre, showcases the eventful history of the island fortress from the 18th century to the present day. The entrance fee includes access to see a short film about Suomenlinna’s history, screened every half an hour in the auditorium.

Suomenlinna Museum is located in the Suomenlinna Centre, by the Artillery Bay. The museum is open all year round.

Experience the most famous attractions of Helsinki by CityTour double decker Hop-on Hop-off bus with an audio guidance.

The main departure point is located at the corner of Unioninkatu, in front of Neuhaus cafe. Make sure "CityTour" is written on the bus, otherwise it is not the right bus. 

Experience the main attractions of Helsinki from the seaside on the famous 1.5 hours long Helsinki Sightseeing Cruise with audio guidance (available in 10 languages).

Here’s how to get to Sightseeing Cruise from Stop 2 on the Hop On Hop Off bus:

Hop off at Stop 2 (Market Square) on the Hop On Hop Off bus.

Walk to the nearby Market Square (Kauppatori), which is about a 2-minute walk from Stop 2.

At Market Square, find the red-colored flags at the pier. The Helsinki Sightseeing Cruise departs from the area between these flags.

Show you CityPass and board the boat. The journey typically takes about 1.5 hours, and the boat ride offers lovely views of the Helsinki archipelago.

Enjoy your sightseeing cruise!

Culinary experiences from the archipelago combined with the main attractions of the Helsinki archipelago on a 1.5-hour lunch cruise. The cruises start from the Market Square, and along the way, you can admire the beautiful Merisatama, Eira, Kaivopuisto Park, the shoreline of Kruununhaka, and the charming UNESCO World Heritage site of Suomenlinna in its entirety.

Kohta is a privately initiated kunsthalle in Helsinki that presents uncompromising contemporary art in all its forms. Kohta’s curated public programme of exhibitions and events aims to consistently reflect the complexity and capacity of visual art today and its futures-oriented potential.

Kohta brings together contemporary artists from Finland and the rest of the world in curated solo and group exhibitions. Our mission is to feature artistic thinking in its many forms and showcase artists from different generations and media. In addition to the exhibition programme Kohta organises events, such as screenings and talks, with the aim to create fruitful dialogue around and about contemporary art and connect the dots between different art forms.

Kohta is located at Teurastamo, the old abattoir yard and Helsinki city wholesale market area in the Helsinki neighbourhood of Kalasatama. Kohta’s exhibition space is on the top floor of a 1980s industrial building.

When approaching from Työpajankatu, enter Teurastamo through the Teurastamo gate (Teurastamon portti ) and you will find Kohta on your right when entering the gate, neighboring Sonepar and Merilux.

How to get there: 

On a memorable Espoo archipelago sightseeing cruise, the wonderful scenery of the beautiful Suvisaaristo is enjoyed in a relaxed maritime atmosphere. Fascinating historical stories are heard while cruising all the way to the waters of the beautiful Suvisaaristo, once favoured also by smugglers. Day cruise lasts 1h 45min and evening cruise 2h 30min. Onboard cafe-bar serves snacks and refreshing beverages.

Depart from Espoo's Nokkala harbor (Nokkalanniemi 2, Espoo). You can take a metro to Iso Omena station in Matinkylä, and then take a bus to Nokkala bus station. 

The cruise only operates in the summer. Remember to check the departure schedule online in advance for the most convenient departure times!

The Uspenski Cathedral completed in 1868 in the Katajanokka district of Helsinki. With its golden cupolas and redbrick facade, the church is one of the clearest symbols of the Russian impact on Finnish history.

From Stop 2 Hop On Hop Off Bus, you can see the stunning view of the church and head toward the Market Square. Beware of the cycling path, please use the pedestrian path for your safety. 

The world famous composer Jean Sibelius' (1865-1957) monument by Eila Hiltunen is located at the Sibelius park. The monument is one of Helsinki's most popular statues and one of the most well-known tourist attractions.

The monument features over 600 stainless steel pipes arranged to resemble a wave or organ pipes, capturing the spirit of Sibelius's music and the natural beauty of Finland.

Hop off at Stop 15 from the Hop On Hop Off Bus. 

Exploring a national park is a must when visiting Finland! This full day tour in a national park is a relaxing hike and outstanding nature experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life!

Not only will our professional wilderness guide teach you about Finnish nature and culture but they will also be cooking an impressive Finnish-style meal by the lake.

Every season offers new and curious opportunities to learn about our environment. Spring with its crisp blue skies and icy-lakes, Summer's juicy blueberries and lush green forests, and our favorite time, Autumn! Wild mushrooms and earthly hues of yellows, oranges, and reds shroud the forest.

Experience the feeling of living like a president in Tamminiemi.

Opened as a museum in 1987, Tamminiemi Villa was the official residence of Presidents Ryti, Mannerheim and Kekkonen and the stage of many political negotiations and resolutions. However, Tamminiemi is best known for the 25-year presidency of Urho Kekkonen, during which time the name of Tamminiemi became a concept in its own right in Finnish political life and vocabulary.

Free entry with Helsinki City Pass

Hvitträsk is a jewel of national romantic architecture designed by architects Gesellius, Lindgren and Saarinen down to the smallest detail.

The trio fell in love with the landscape of Lake Vitträsk and built a studio home in the natural romantic style out of logs and natural stone. Hvitträsk, completed in 1903, is a unique, comprehensive work of art that attracts design and architecture enthusiasts from Finland and abroad each year.

Listen to the fascinating stories of the architect trio’s lives and famous guests on our guided tours. Open tours are held daily from Wednesday to Sunday in Finnish, Swedish and English. You can also book a private tour for yourself, a group of friends or any other type of group.

Hvitträsk is open in the summer and closed for the winter. Hvitträsk is open from Wednesday to Sunday between May and the end of September.

Free entry with Helsinki City Pass