Get ready to explore Finland's beautiful capital, where breathtaking nature meets modernity and design while still being people-friendly. Surrounded by an archipelago of 315 small islands and strategically located in the heart of the Baltic region, the city is full of surprises! Jump aboard a comfortable City Sightseeing hop-on-hop-off bus to learn about its history and culture and jump off whenever you want to explore further.

Start your tour at Senate Square - which is dominated by 4 main buildings - Helsinki Cathedral, the Government Palace, the main building of the University of Helsinki, and the National Library of Finland. Jump off at Eira and explore the beautiful Art Nouveau-style architecture of this colorful neighborhood. Hop on again and head over to the flea market for souvenirs or to Market Square. Here you can treat yourself to a delicious meal: the salmon soup with rye bread is a must-try!

Continue the tour to see the impressive Temppeliaukio Church carved in rock and the Sibelius Monument, the soundwave-like sculpture made of organ pipes in honor of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. Finish off your day with a visit to the National Museum of Finland.

Red Route

• Senate Square / Helsinki City Museum
• Old Market Hall
• Olympia Terminal (Silja Line) / Mannerheim Museum
• Café Ursula / Kaivopuisto Park
• Compass Square
• Eira
• Hernesaari Cruise Terminal LHD (stop serviced only on certain cruise days)
• Hernesaari Cruise Terminal LHB & LHC (stop serviced only on certain cruise days)
• Löyly
• Flea Market / Bulevardi / Sinebrychoff Art Museum
• Swedish Theatre / Design Museum / Museum of Finnish Architecture
• Market Square (departure point for Canal Cruise)
• Sokos / Amos Rex / Kiasma / Parliament House / Helsinki Music Centre
• Temppeliaukio Church / Ham Helsinki Art Museum / Finnish Museum of Natural History
• Sibelius Monument
• Olympic Stadium / Tahto
• Linnanmaki Amusement Park / Sea Life Helsinki
• Linnunlaulu / Helsinki City Theatre
• Hakaniemi Market Square and Market Hall