Varjo: True Crime & Dark History
Overview
Our walk starts in the Old Church Park, which is colloquially known as “The Plague Park”. Here we will set on a journey that takes us through Finnish history, everything seen through the lens of crime, mystery, and the people who shaped Helsinki’s most notorious stories. The tour is perfect for anyone who wants to see the main sights of Helsinki - The Oodi Library, Botanic Gardens, The Helsinki Cathedral and more - while learning about dark history! We will finish near the Market Square, where you can continue exploring the city and get the best recommendations for your stay.
Learn about Soviet spies in the heart of Helsinki, how tunnel exploration can end you up in the courtroom and which murder is thought to be the earliest true crime story in Finland! Some of the most mundane spots of the city will reveal their darkest secrets on this tour.
Come let us show you a side of Helsinki you haven't seen before!
This activity includes:
- Helsinki Central Library Oodi
- Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden
- Senate Square
- Kamppi Chapel
- Presidential Guard
- Siltavuori
- Solo Sokos Hotel Torni
- true crime
- war history
- Finnish culture
- modern city centre
- old city centre
- dark history
- organised crime
- espionage
On arrival
I will be waiting for you in the park, near the yellow stone gate. This is on the Southern side of the park, next to the street called Bulevardi. You will recognise me by the Orkney flag I'm holding (red with a yellow-blue cross).
Things to note
The tour ends near the Market Square (not the same spot it started, but still right in the city centre!).
If you enjoy the tour and would like to deepen your understanding of the historical and political context in which it is set, please consider joining my other tour SISU: Empire to Equality. Also, if you’re interested in Finnish design and architecture, TAITO: Design, Industry and Architecture is your choice!
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.
