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Helsinki: Guided City Highlights Walking Tour

1. Helsinki: Guided City Highlights Walking Tour

Embark on a tour of the Finnish capital, Helsinki, and watch daily life unfold with stories and history from your guide. Visit city highlights, from the bustling Market Square where locals get their groceries to the colossal Central Library Oodi. Begin at the iconic Senate Square and admire the Lutheran Cathedral. From the square, see Helsinki University and the old Senate, and discover the meaning behind the statue of the Russian Czar. As you walk, feel free to ask your guide any questions about the capital. Next, follow your guide to the port and marvel at the Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral. Continue to Market Square and learn about Finnish gastronomy. Here, get tips on where to eat and drink after the tour. If you're lucky, you might see locals swimming and relaxing in the Baltic Sea. Make your way to Havis Amanda and learn about this statue's significance to many in the city. Stop at the picturesque Esplanade Park and see the man that the seagulls love the most. After passing by the Esplanade, walk through Helsinki's bustling Aleksanterinkatu street, and discover the "unicorn block". At the end of Aleksanterinkatu street, view the Three Smiths statue, which was damaged during the bombings of the Second World War. Hear stories about this complicated period of Finland's history and the impact that lingers to this day. Stop by the Helsinki Central Railway Station before coming to the last stop on the tour, the new Central Library Oodi. As you arrive, see the Finnish Parliament, the Music Centre, and Kiasma Contemporary Art Museum. Take a small tour inside the library and marvel at its unique architecture before finishing the tour.

Helsinki: Architecture Walking Tour with Expert

2. Helsinki: Architecture Walking Tour with Expert

Helsinki is a gem for architecture enthusiasts. It is difficult to find another urban area that houses such a wide range of architectural styles. Neoclassical, gothic revival, Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, Nordic classicism, modernism, functionalism, and contemporary styles all coexist in the city center. Different historical periods have definitely left their mark on Helsinki. Join this architecture tour led by an expert guide to marvel at the architectural wonders that Helsinki has to offer. See the National Library of Finland, Central Railway Station, the new Oodi public library, Chapel of Silence, Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, the Rock Church, Finlandia Hall, and more. Admire the great works of world-renowned architects, such as Engel and Saarinen.

Helsinki: Private 30-Minute Sunset Flight with Champagne

3. Helsinki: Private 30-Minute Sunset Flight with Champagne

Take in all of the city sights on a 30-minute sunset flight over Helsinki. Fly over the Nordic landscape, see Helsinki's top sights from above, and relax with a glass of champagne. See Helsinki Cathedral, Suomenlinna, Uspenski Cathedral, and Senate Square from above. Meet your pilot in Helsinki and get situated in your own private helicopter. In the winter, enjoy a heated helicopter cabin. In the heat of the summer, relax in the cool air-conditioning. Take off into the sky as the sun begins to set over the city. As you fly, sit back and enjoy a cold glass of champagne or soft drinks. Fly over the beautiful city of Helsinki, spotting the Helsinki Cathedral, the central station, and the shining Olympic Stadium. Continue to the water, soaring over the many islands of the Helsinki archipelago. After the brilliant colors fade from the sky, return to your landing pad with a new appreciation of this beautiful city.

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What people are saying about Helsinki Central Station

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based on 29 reviews

This is the experience of a lifetime. We were advised to come a little early as the weather was cloudy and the crew did not want us to miss the sunset. They were a delight from the beginning to the end. We were even asked if we had any preferences for flying over a certain location. The timing ensured we got a beautiful evening view and an early night view as well. Would totally recommend this to everyone.

Rentohelsinki was very casual and cater our walking tour according to our interests. Since it was a small group, we managed to interact to other participants easily and comfortably. Our guide was friendly and knowledgable possibly because she was originally from Finland and she has a lot of experience as a guide before.

The highlight of my trip. Learned so much from an extremely knowledgeable and communicative guide. Want to live in Helsinki now. It has had a fascinating history and is looking forward to the future.

Emek is highly knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. The tour was well thought out and easy to follow, and the pace was great. I highly recommend it.

Excellent tour guide, Jonna. Very informative with an emphasis on the history and culture of Finland.