Helsinki in 1 day

Itinéraire créé par

Denise van Rijswijk

What you’ll do

A complete itinerary for 1 lovely day in Helsinki. Perfect for a short layover or a quick stop while traveling through Finland. With this very efficient program and perfectly planned route, you are completely covered to see the best of the city in only a very short time.

Day Total

8,4 km (5,2 mi)

41 min

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Start the day at the Central Train Station and take a moment to admire Finland's most famous art nouveau building. If you are not planning on traveling by train during your trip, it's worth taking a quick peak inside.

Helsinki Central Station

Iconic transportation hub in Helsinki

Catégorie

touristique

Direction

1,1 km (0,7 mi)

5 min

Visit the very modern Oodi library. Helsinki's architectural icon and cultural hub that cannot be missed.

Oodi library

State-of-the-art library in Helsinki

Catégorie

culture

Direction

2,3 km (1,4 mi)

12 min

If you feel like shopping, pay a visit to Helsinki's biggest department store. For great outdoor gear head over to the XXL Sport & Outdoor store.

Choisissez l'option qui vous convient le mieux

Stockmann Helsinki

The biggest department store in Helsinki

Catégorie

boutique

Est. Price

Direction

Sport & Outdoor gear

Gear up for your next outdoor adventure

Catégorie

boutique

Est. Price

Direction

750 m (0,5 mi)

4 min

Time for lunch or just a coffee break? Here are two great options!

Choisissez l'option qui vous convient le mieux

Fazer Café Kluuvikatu

Cozy café famous for it's chocolate

Catégorie

café

Est. Price

Direction

Restaurant Deliberi - Keskuskatu

Restaurant with a food court concept

Catégorie

restaurant

Est. Price

Type de restaurant

N'importe lequel

Direction

324 m (0,2 mi)

1 min

Although you have already visited the modern Oodi library by now, it's time to visit another library; the very classic National Library. A true gem!

National Library of Finland

A hidden treasure trove in Helsinki

Catégorie

culture

Direction

1 km (0,6 mi)

4 min

Next door you will see Finland's most iconic landmark, the white Cathedral on the large Senate Square.

Helsinki Cathedral

Iconic white cathedral in Helsinki

Catégorie

touristique

Direction

777 m (0,5 mi)

3 min

If you stick to this program you will have to opt for a late dinner, so go to the Old Market Hall for some afternoon snacks.

Old Market Hall

Charming historic market

Catégorie

touristique

Est. Price

Direction

1 km (0,6 mi)

4 min

Cross the South Harbour and Central Market square and walk up to this beautiful Cathedral. After dark it's beautiful, but if you want to go inside it's better to go around lunch time, as they close the doors very early.