About
Travel to Helsinki
The Baltic capital of design, sea and sauna
An independent guide to the Baltic capital
An independent guide to Helsinki: places, public saunas, neighbourhoods, events, itineraries, day trips and practical essentials.
We are a small team of locals and long-time residents who love this city in every season — from the white nights of June to the blue-hour afternoons of December.
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How we work
Visited, not scraped
Every listing is a place one of our editors has been to — and would send a friend to.
Seasons first
Helsinki in July and Helsinki in January are two different cities. We say which is which.
No paid rankings
Businesses can suggest themselves, but placement and opinions are never for sale.
Checked often
Hours and prices change. We review listings regularly and welcome your corrections.