Free Tour of Helsinki

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Provided by: Green Cap Tours
Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Middle of the Senate Square, Statue of Alexander II
Languages
English, Spanish
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Overview

Longest running Free Tour in Helsinki! Find your guide with green cap and umbrella in the middle of the Senate Square, by the Statue of Alexander II. The tour ends at Oodi Central Library.
In case and event blocks the Senate Square, the alternative starting point is the entrance of the National Library of Finland.

Want to know not only the history but the everyday life and culture of Finland? You will get familiar with the curiosities of Helsinki and the living habits of these mysterious creatures called Finns.

Join our local guides to hear all about the Finnish way of life:
- Which part of Helsinki cathedral was improvised?
- How did Finland gain independence?
- What do Finns eat?
- What do Finns love and hate?

Highlights:

-Senate Square
-Helsinki Cathedral
-University of Helsinki
- House of the Nobility
-Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral
-Presidential Palace
-Sauna Center
-Market Square
-Esplanade Park
-Kämp Galleria
-The Sausage House
-Main train station
-The Parliament
-Oodi Central Library

We also give you hints regarding the places, restaurants, and attractions you should visit.

During the worst weather conditions, we shortened the tour a bit.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • Uspenski Cathedral
  • University of Helsinki
  • Esplanadi
  • Helsinki Cathedral
  • Senate Square
  • Wellfare State functions
  • Epicentre of Vappu Celebrations

Meeting point

Middle of the Senate Square, Statue of Alexander II

On arrival

We start from the Senate Square, Helsinki. Look for a guide with a Green Umbrella and a Green Cap.

In case it is not possible to start from the previously indicated address due to specific events and celebrations, the starting point will be outside the main entrance of The National Library of Finland, Unioninkatu 36, Helsinki.

We don't accept group reservations bigger than 10 people to the Free Walking Tour. If you have a bigger group, please contact us directly. We can organize various kinds of Private Tours that will leave you with a smile on your face and a story to share.

Things to note

We have the tour no matter the weather. Please dress according to the weather. We have stops indoors, but most of the tour is outside. Please wear comfortable shoes for walking. The walking distance all together is around 2-3 kilometres on mostly flat terrain.

Rating
9.5
Organisation
9.7
Atmosphere
9.6
Content
9.4
Guide
9.6
Usefulness
9.5
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Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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