Half-Day Walking Tour around Helsinki with Arto
Overview
You know how nice it is to have even a distant friend in a strange city? Even though you would not stay at their house, he´s that one lovely friend who´ll show you the best spots, who takes you behind the scenes and really helps you to experience the city the way the locals enjoy their home town.
Join me for a tour and you´ll always have such a friend in Helsinki.
I´m an authorised Helsinki tour guide and a world traveller. Learning and understanding new cultures has always been exciting for me. As an easygoing personality, I always enjoy meeting new people from all over the world.
You are welcome to attend just as you are.
It makes me so happy to welcome you to My City <3
Join me for a tour and you´ll always have such a friend in Helsinki.
I´m an authorised Helsinki tour guide and a world traveller. Learning and understanding new cultures has always been exciting for me. As an easygoing personality, I always enjoy meeting new people from all over the world.
You are welcome to attend just as you are.
It makes me so happy to welcome you to My City <3
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Senate Square, Aleksanterinkatu, Hallituskatu, Helsinki Finland
Senate Square is on of our main venues in the city and it´s located in the heart of the Government District. We´ll meet here to start the tour.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Helsinki Cathedral, Unioninkatu 29, Helsinki Finland
The top sight and landmark for Helsinki City.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: University of Helsinki (Helsingin Yliopisto), Yliopistonkatu 4, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Helsinki University is our largest and oldest university in the country. We´ll discuss the higher education system in more detail.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Helsinki Central Railway Station, Kaivokatu 1, Helsinki 00100 Finland
This station is awarded to be the "World´s most beautiful railway station" back in 2013 by the BBC.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Finnish National Theater (Suomen Kansallisteatteri), Lantinen Teatterikuja 1, Helsinki 00100 Finland
We´ll learn of the pivotal role of the first plays, written by our national author and which were performed here.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Ateneum, Kaivokatu 2, Helsinki 00100 Finland
An essential building in our history which is part of our National Art Gallery.
Stop At: Central Library Oodi, Toolonlahdenkatu 4, Helsinki 00100 Finland
The main library of Helsinki, built for the Finland´s centennial and to be the living room for the citizens.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Parliament of Finland, Mannerheimintie 30, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Built in 1931, still standing strong to house our entire legislative branch of government.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Helsinki Music Centre, Mannerheimintie 13A, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Finished in 2018, this almost 200-million-euro state of the art concert hall is our musical crown jewel. We´ll pop inside to enjoy the beautiful architecture and to have a small break.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Mannerheiminaukio 2, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Centrally located this Art Museum houses always such fascinating exhibitions and pieces of art.
Stop At: Mannerheim Statue, Mannerheiminaukio 2, Helsinki 00100 Finland
We´ll learn about the role of our former military commander, Field Marshal C.G. Mannerheim in our nation´s history and current day.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Amos Rex Art Museum, Mannerheimintie 22-24, Helsinki 00100 Finland
We´ll learn about the amazing and unique architecture of this Art Museum, and it´s essential role in preserving our Swedish speaking minority culture in the country.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Stockmann Department Store, Aleksanterinkatu 52, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Our oldest department store has been in existence for over 160 years. We´ll learn more about the great families of Swedish decent still affluent in Finland.
Stop At: Pohjolan toimitalo, Aleksanterinkatu 44, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Another just amazingly beatiful building from our national romantic era. We´ll learn more about the origin and history of the unique Finnish language.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: The Esplanadi Park, Pohjoisesplanadi, Helsinki 00130 Finland
Our most beloved park in the heart of the Helsinki.
Stop At: Havis Amanda, Kauppatori, Helsinki 00170 Finland
The Statue of the Seamaiden "Havis Amanda" has been for over a century, and still is in this very day, an important part of our culture. We´ll learn why.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kauppatori, Helsinki 00170 Finland
Helsinki´s #1 Market Square which has stood the grounds for centuries. We´ll also see the Uspenski Cathedral, Allas Sea Pool, Helsinki City Hall and many other sights from this vantage point.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Senate Square, Aleksanterinkatu, Hallituskatu, Helsinki Finland
We´ll finish the tour where we started, so it´s easy to stay oriented within the city during the tour and continue your city adventure from a familiar location with a lot more ideas and inspiration to do.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Senate Square, Aleksanterinkatu, Hallituskatu, Helsinki Finland
Senate Square is on of our main venues in the city and it´s located in the heart of the Government District. We´ll meet here to start the tour.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Helsinki Cathedral, Unioninkatu 29, Helsinki Finland
The top sight and landmark for Helsinki City.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: University of Helsinki (Helsingin Yliopisto), Yliopistonkatu 4, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Helsinki University is our largest and oldest university in the country. We´ll discuss the higher education system in more detail.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Helsinki Central Railway Station, Kaivokatu 1, Helsinki 00100 Finland
This station is awarded to be the "World´s most beautiful railway station" back in 2013 by the BBC.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Finnish National Theater (Suomen Kansallisteatteri), Lantinen Teatterikuja 1, Helsinki 00100 Finland
We´ll learn of the pivotal role of the first plays, written by our national author and which were performed here.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Ateneum, Kaivokatu 2, Helsinki 00100 Finland
An essential building in our history which is part of our National Art Gallery.
Stop At: Central Library Oodi, Toolonlahdenkatu 4, Helsinki 00100 Finland
The main library of Helsinki, built for the Finland´s centennial and to be the living room for the citizens.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Parliament of Finland, Mannerheimintie 30, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Built in 1931, still standing strong to house our entire legislative branch of government.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Helsinki Music Centre, Mannerheimintie 13A, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Finished in 2018, this almost 200-million-euro state of the art concert hall is our musical crown jewel. We´ll pop inside to enjoy the beautiful architecture and to have a small break.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Mannerheiminaukio 2, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Centrally located this Art Museum houses always such fascinating exhibitions and pieces of art.
Stop At: Mannerheim Statue, Mannerheiminaukio 2, Helsinki 00100 Finland
We´ll learn about the role of our former military commander, Field Marshal C.G. Mannerheim in our nation´s history and current day.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Amos Rex Art Museum, Mannerheimintie 22-24, Helsinki 00100 Finland
We´ll learn about the amazing and unique architecture of this Art Museum, and it´s essential role in preserving our Swedish speaking minority culture in the country.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Stockmann Department Store, Aleksanterinkatu 52, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Our oldest department store has been in existence for over 160 years. We´ll learn more about the great families of Swedish decent still affluent in Finland.
Stop At: Pohjolan toimitalo, Aleksanterinkatu 44, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Another just amazingly beatiful building from our national romantic era. We´ll learn more about the origin and history of the unique Finnish language.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: The Esplanadi Park, Pohjoisesplanadi, Helsinki 00130 Finland
Our most beloved park in the heart of the Helsinki.
Stop At: Havis Amanda, Kauppatori, Helsinki 00170 Finland
The Statue of the Seamaiden "Havis Amanda" has been for over a century, and still is in this very day, an important part of our culture. We´ll learn why.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kauppatori, Helsinki 00170 Finland
Helsinki´s #1 Market Square which has stood the grounds for centuries. We´ll also see the Uspenski Cathedral, Allas Sea Pool, Helsinki City Hall and many other sights from this vantage point.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Senate Square, Aleksanterinkatu, Hallituskatu, Helsinki Finland
We´ll finish the tour where we started, so it´s easy to stay oriented within the city during the tour and continue your city adventure from a familiar location with a lot more ideas and inspiration to do.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- The entire experience takes place outdoors. COVID-19 situation in Finland is currently very well under control, and all national restrictions are lifted since June 2022.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
R5190KBjohannah
May 2022
Arto is a very well spoken, fun and friendly guide ❣️ I learned a lot about Helsinki and enjoyed so much listening to the entertaining stories that Arto shared with us. Absolutely fantastic time!
Arto is a very well spoken, fun and friendly guide ❣️ I learned a lot about Helsinki and enjoyed so much listening to the entertaining stories that Arto shared with us. Absolutely fantastic time!Francesco E
September 2022
Favoriti da una bellissima giornata di sole, mia moglie, le due figlie ed io abbiamo apprezzato moltissimo le ricche spiegazioni di Arto che ti accompagna in questo tour con vera passione. Da subito ti senti a tuo agio e Arto ti accompagna nel tour come un amico di vecchia data, stimolando inte...
Favoriti da una bellissima giornata di sole, mia moglie, le due figlie ed io abbiamo apprezzato moltissimo le ricche spiegazioni di Arto che ti accompagna in questo tour con vera passione. Da subito ti senti a tuo agio e Arto ti accompagna nel tour come un amico di vecchia data, stimolando interesse e rendendo il tour molto piacevole e senza porsi problemi se il tempo va oltre quello previsto. Consigliatissimo!520hannus
May 2022
Arto is able to tell interesting things about life in Helsinki. The tour was a lot of fun and I learned a lot about architecture and historical turning points.
Arto is able to tell interesting things about life in Helsinki. The tour was a lot of fun and I learned a lot about architecture and historical turning points.tyrsky71
May 2022
A very coherent and well-spoken tour of Helsinki must-sees. Approachable and interesting facts and figures. Loved Arto!
A very coherent and well-spoken tour of Helsinki must-sees. Approachable and interesting facts and figures. Loved Arto!Paul1081081081081081
May 2022
I attended Arto's tour. He is expert in local history and architecture. He is also very jolly and positive. His tour was like hanging around with an expert friend. So much fun.
I attended Arto's tour. He is expert in local history and architecture. He is also very jolly and positive. His tour was like hanging around with an expert friend. So much fun.LuciaFoxy
October 2023
Arto was spectacular. Sensitive, friendly, curious, flexible, open, dynamic. He took us through the streets of Helsinki, immersing us in its history. Enchanting. I think we should learn from him the art of story telling: impossible to get bored or not feel involved. Super recommended. A truly bri...
Arto was spectacular. Sensitive, friendly, curious, flexible, open, dynamic. He took us through the streets of Helsinki, immersing us in its history. Enchanting. I think we should learn from him the art of story telling: impossible to get bored or not feel involved. Super recommended. A truly brilliant person whom I would hope to have for every trip with me. Thank you very much Arto, sometimes we still laugh at your jokes when talking to my brother. Thanks to you I fell in love with a lovely city. Long life to you, man.