During your visit, take the time to explore the attractions that Finland has to offer. The country presents a diverse range of experiences for tourists. In June, northern Finland enjoys the  “nightless night,” where the region is illuminated 24 hours a day. You can relax by the many lakes, hike in the fells and hills, and immerse yourself in the vibrant cities to connect with locals and savor traditional delicacies.

Below, we have compiled links to tourist destinations in the Helsinki region and throughout Finland.

THE OFFICIAL FINLAND TRAVEL GUIDE

Visit Finland: https://www.visitfinland.com/en/ 

THINGS TO DO AND SEE IN HELSINKI

https://www.myhelsinki.fi/see-and-do/sights 

THINGS TO DO AND SEE IN JÄRVENPÄÄ

https://www.visittuusulanjarvi.fi/en

The area of Tuusulanjärvi is a cultural cradle of Finland with multiple destinations surrounded by beautiful nature. The special museums of the area include the ateljee of Pekka Halonen, a Finnish painter form early 1900  https://www.visittuusulanjarvi.fi/en/see-and-do/culture-and-museums/halosenniemi-museum/    and the home museum of Jean Sibelius, a Finnish composer from the same era https://www.visittuusulanjarvi.fi/en/see-and-do/culture-and-museums/ainola/

THINGS TO DO AND SEE IN VANTAA

https://www.vantaa.fi/en/visit-vantaa

Finnish Science Center Heureka https://www.heureka.fi/en

Aviation museum https://ilmailumuseo.fi/en/

Kuusijärvi nature and recreational area https://www.vantaa.fi/en/vantaas-kuusijarvi

HELSINKI CITY AREA DETAILS

MUSEUMS

• Amos Rex: A contemporary art museum with striking architecture and immersive exhibitions.
  Homepage: https://amosrex.fi/en/
• Ateneum: Finland’s national gallery, showcasing Finnish art from the 18th century to the 1960s.
  Homepage: https://ateneum.fi/en/
• Bank of Finland Museum: Explores the history of money and the role of the central bank.
  Homepage: https://www.suomenpankki.fi/en/the-bank-of-finland/museum/
• Burgher’s House Museum: Provides a glimpse into 19th-century middle-class life in Helsinki.
  Homepage: Included in the Helsinki city museum site. https://www.helsinginkaupunginmuseo.fi/en/museums/burgher-s-house-museum/
• Design Museum: Showcases Finnish design from fashion to industrial products.
  Homepage: https://www.designmuseum.fi/en/
• HAM Helsinki Art Museum: Presents contemporary and modern art, with a focus on Helsinki.
  Homepage: https://www.hamhelsinki.fi/en/
• Helsinki City Museum: Tells the story of Helsinki and its people through various exhibitions.
  Homepage: https://www.helsinginkaupunginmuseo.fi/en/
• Helsinki University Museum Flame: Explores the history of the University of Helsinki.
  Homepage: https://www.flamma.helsinki.fi/en/
• Kiasma: A museum of contemporary art, part of the Finnish National Gallery.
  Homepage: https://kiasma.fi/en/
• Museum of Finnish Architecture: Focuses on Finnish architectural history and contemporary design.
  Homepage: https://www.architecturalmuseum.fi/en/
• Natural History Museum Luomus: Displays Finland’s natural history and biodiversity.
  Homepage: https://www.luomus.fi/en
• Sinebrychoff Art Museum: Houses European art from the 14th to 19th centuries.
  Homepage: https://sinebrychoffinmuseo.fi/en/
• The Finnish Museum of Photography: Presents Finnish and international photographic art.
  Homepage: https://www.valokuvataiteenmuseo.fi/en/
• Villa Hakasalmi: A historical villa showcasing Helsinki’s cultural history.
  Homepage: Included in the Helsinki city museum site. https://www.helsinginkaupunginmuseo.fi/en/museums/villa-hakasalmi/
• Seurasaari Open air museum: displays finnish traditional buildings and life.
  Homepage: https://www.kansallismuseo.fi/en/seurasaarenulkomuseo

CHURCHES

• Helsinki Cathedral: A prominent Lutheran cathedral with a neoclassical design.
  Homepage: https://www.helsingintuomiokirkko.fi/en
• Johannes Church: A large Gothic Revival church in Helsinki.
  Homepage: https://www.helsinginseurakunnat.fi/en/churches/johannes_church
• Kamppi Chapel: A modern chapel of silence in the heart of Helsinki.
  Homepage: https://www.hiljaisuudenkappeli.fi/en/
• Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church): A unique church built into solid rock.
  Homepage: https://www.temppeliaukionkirkko.fi/en/
• The Old Church: A historic wooden church in the city center.
  Homepage: https://www.helsinginseurakunnat.fi/en/churches/old_church
• Uspenski Cathedral: An impressive Eastern Orthodox cathedral.
  Homepage: https://www.ort.fi/en/parishes/helsinki-orthodox-parish/uspenski-cathedral

ARCHITECTURE

• Finlandia Hall: A concert and congress venue designed by Alvar Aalto.
  Homepage: https://www.finlandiatalo.fi/en/
• Finnish National Theatre: Finland’s main stage for drama.
  Homepage: https://www.kansallisteatteri.fi/en/
• Helsinki Central Railway Station: A landmark Art Nouveau railway station.
  Homepage: Information is generally found on VR’s website(Finnish railway company) https://www.vr.fi/en
• Lasipalatsi, “Glass Palace”: A functionalist building complex with shops and a cinema.
  Homepage: https://lasipalatsi.fi/en/
• Löyly: A modern sauna and restaurant complex on the waterfront.
  Homepage: https://www.loylyhelsinki.fi/en/
• Oodi: Helsinki’s central library, a modern architectural masterpiece.
  Homepage: https://www.oodihelsinki.fi/en/
• The National Library of Finland: A grand historical library.
  Homepage: https://www.kansalliskirjasto.fi/en

AMUSEMENT PARK

For younger people Linnanmäki amusement park in Helsinki will be a fun place to visit. There are multiple rides with varying levels of crazyness along with good selection of restaurants and cafes. https://www.linnanmaki.fi/en/

NEARBY DESTINATIONS

NUUKSIO
For nature lovers, Nuuksio national park is a good showcase of Finnish nature. There are multiple marked hiking trails with varying lenghts and degrees of difficulties. Nuuksio is located in Espoo, 30 minutes from Helsinki. Accessible by car or local buses from Espoo center.  https://www.nationalparks.fi/nuuksionp

PORVOO
Porvoo is a small, picturesque town about 45 km from Helsinki. Old Porvoo is a popular tourist attraction with old houses, cobblestone roads and narrow walkways. There are many restaurants and cafes available. It is possible to travel to Porvoo by car, bus or boat or a combination of boat and bus.  The boat leaves from Helsinki Kauppatori (~1 km from Helsinki railway station) to Porvoo (~3,5 h boat trip one way). Porvoo information: https://www.visitporvoo.fi/en/sights/old-porvoo/ , Boat trips to Porvoo: https://msjlruneberg.fi/en/

SUOMENLINNA
Suomenlinna is an island fortress close to Helsinki. It was built in the 18th century and added to the UNESCO’s world heritage list in 1991. Suomenlinna is easily accessible by local transportation ferry departing from Helsinki Kauppatori. The ferry trip takes about 20 minutes and ferries leave every 40 minutes during week and every 20 minutes during weekends.
https://www.suomenlinna.fi/en/

ELLIVUORI RESORT
Ellivuori Resort is a versatile holiday resort located in Sastamala, Pirkanmaa, about 210 km from tournament hotels. At Ellivuori, you’ll find a wide range of accommodation options, a variety of dining experiences, diverse events and activities, a ski resort, a Lakeside golf course, extensive conference facilities, and much more. Welcome to enjoy your stay!

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