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FIRST STEPS IN HELSINKI - Beginners Tour (2025)

Location Helsinki, Finland, Europe
$32.52
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Are you in Helsinki for the first time? Do you want to know all the best places to visit & how to navigate around the city?

Then our small group tour is the perfect tour for you!

Our budget-friendly FIRST STEPS IN HELSINKI TOUR aims to help you optimise your time, so you can see & do as much as possible.

The tour begins with an introduction to Helsinki – and how the past & present has made us who we are today. We take you on a walk through the most historic places, past our most well-known land-marks, and onto our most modern architecture.

Throughout the tour, we will show you some hidden places and neighbourhoods, that only locals know.

We will give you tips on our personal favourite places - including the cheapest & best restaurants, city viewpoints, places to explore by public transport, and forest walks.

A decent level of fitness is required for the tour - as we explore a lot in 2>2.5 hours. Put on your walking shoes!

We welcome you to come and explore Helsinki with us!
FIRST STEPS IN HELSINKI - Beginners Tour (2025)
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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  • Our knowledgeable tour guides
  • Entry fees to Helsinki Cathedral are not included
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
Our guides will be carrying a Umbrella - look out for us outside the Bank of Finland. You will find us with a RED UMBRELLA and sign that says FIRST STEPS IN HELSINKI
Return details
The tour will end outside of Oodi library. There you will find toilets, and a cafe for light refreshments.

  • Saatytalo
    Begin your journey through Helsinki’s rich history at the Bank of Finland, the heart of Finland’s financial heritage and a key landmark in the city’s past and present.
  • Senate Square
    Step back in time at Senate Square, where history and architecture come together in stunning harmony. From neoclassical buildings to monumental landmarks, this square is a living testament to Helsinki's cultural legacy. Here we will also find the Helsinki Cathedral - the perfect place for a photo souvenir!
  • Discover the charm of Katajonokka Island, where the beauty of Art Nouveau architecture meets the tranquil surroundings of Helsinki's waterfront. Beautiful buildings, Uspenski cathedral and scenic walks await!
  • Kauppatori
    Indulge your senses at Kauppatori, Helsinki's vibrant market square. Fresh local produce, delicious Finnish delicacies, and lively stalls await you in this must-see hub of Finnish culture.
  • Esplanadi Park
    Relax and enjoy the urban heartbeat of Helsinki at Esplanade, the city’s "living room," where locals and visitors alike gather to unwind amidst beautiful green spaces, boutiques, and cafés. A couple of which are on our recommendations list!
  • Stockmann Department Store
    Return after the tour and shop till you drop at Stockmann, Helsinki’s iconic department store that offers everything from fashion to Finnish specialties - all under one roof.
  • Kamppi Shopping Centre
    We will pass through Kamppi Shopping Center - a modern shopping haven where fashion, food, and entertainment come together in the heart of Helsinki's vibrant city life.
  • Central Library Oodi
    Immerse yourself in the innovative world of Oodi Library, where modern design and cutting-edge technology blend with a vast collection of books, making it a must-see cultural gem of Helsinki. We will show you some of what this library has to offer - and you will quicly come to realise that it is more than just books! As the final point of the tour, this is the best place to grab a coffee, and enjoy a little relaxation after your long walk.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We will be walking at a fairly decent pace for over 2 hours. Please keep this in mind!
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    FIRST STEPS IN HELSINKI - Beginners Tour (2025)

    Location Helsinki, Finland, Europe
    $32.52
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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