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A Day in Helsinki: Exploring Suomenlinna and More

Javi Villa

Javi Villa

9 Oct 2023

Discover the best of Helsinki in just one day! Visit the historic Suomenlinna, explore the vibrant Market Square, indulge in delicious pizza at Pizzeria Via Tribunali, marvel at the grandeur of Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral, savor a delightful dinner at Ravintola Kappeli, and take a leisurely stroll along Esplanadi.

Trip to Helsinki

Day 1
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$165

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$ 41

CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki
Simply furnished dorms & rooms in a relaxed hostel offering free breakfast, plus a shared kitchen.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Suomenlinna
World Heritage site accessed by ferry, with cannons, tunnels, a dockyard, museums & a brewery.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$25
3 - 4 min

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Market Square
Harborside market open year-round with food stalls, handicrafts & a heated cafe tent in winter.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Pizzeria Via Tribunali
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$72
3 - 4 min

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Senate Square
Neoclassical architecture in large public square with the cathedral, Government Palace & university.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Helsinki Cathedral
Steps lead up to Carl Ludvig Engel's grand neoclassical cathedral, topped with an iconic green dome.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Ravintola Kappeli
Esplanadin helmi – tarinaa jo vuodesta 1867. Kappelin vetovoimalla on pitkät perinteet. Espan puiston kauneus, lasiverannan avaruus, rakennuksen arvokas olemus ja moderni keittiö ovat valmiina tämän päivän asiakkaille. Kappelin salissa on tunnelmaa pariskunnille ja puitteet suuremmille seurueille.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$68
Esplanadi
Park opened in 1812 with avenues of mature trees & a stage for live music performances.
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Free
CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki
Simply furnished dorms & rooms in a relaxed hostel offering free breakfast, plus a shared kitchen.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $206 In total

Activities & Food:$165
Transport:$41