Discover Helsinki: Free Walking Tour
Overview of the tour in Helsinki
Multiple start times DAILY
Meeting point:
Outside the entrance to the University of Helsinki, Senate Square
Look for: RED UMBRELLA!
Join our knowledgeable guides to explore all Helsinki has to offer in 2-2.5 hours! We aim to show you the BEST of Helsinki, so that you can maximize your stay.
This compact tour is perfect for the first-time traveler to Helsinki. We not only show you the best sights and photo opportunities, but we also tell you what it's like to live in Finland, what foods to try, where you can visit during your stay. A little about our history, our education, & much more.
And the best part is, it's FREE TO JOIN! Voluntary tips can be left at the final stop of the tour, by cash or card.
PLACES WE VISIT: (route may vary due to accessibility on the day):
Helsinki Main Cathedral / Senate Square
National Library of Finland
University of Helsinki
Uspenski Cathedral
Katajonokka Island
Port of Helsinki Viewpoint
Kauppatori
Esplanade Park
Central Railway Station
Oodi Library
LARGE GROUPS OF 5+ SHOULD CONTACT US BEFORE TRYING TO BOOK A PLACE ON THE TOUR.
See you there!
This activity includes:
- Helsinki Central Library Oodi
- Uspenski Cathedral
- The National Library of Finland
- Esplanadi
- Senate Square
- Finnish House of Nobility
- Port of Helsinki
- Tove Jansson Park
- Beautiful Architecture
- Learn about History
- Culture of Helsinki
- Quirky local places
- Friendly and knowledgeable guides!
Meeting point
University of Helsinki, Senate Square. Our guide will meet you outside of the University of Helsinki.
On arrival
How to find the guide:
- Meeting point is OUTSIDE THE UNIVERSITY OF HELSINKI (Senate Square Entrance)
Address for Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HGe6Ey96VYmQkANn8
- Look for our guides with the RED UMBRELLA
- Please arrive a couple of minutes early - tour starts exactly on time!
Things to note
A medium fitness level is required, as we will be on our feet for around 2 hours. There is also some stair climbing (such as the Uspenski Cathedral) and occasionally walking on some uneven surfaces.
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.
Red Umbrella Private Tour of Helsinki
English
2h 30min
1:00 PM
