SeasonalWhy Helsinki is at its best in winter
Blue-hour afternoons, frozen sea walks and steaming saunas make the dark season unforgettable.
5 min read
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Stories from the Baltic capital
Longer reads, seasonal guides and the occasional strong opinion about cinnamon buns.
Seasonal
GuideA first-timer's guide to Finnish sauna etiquette
Shower first, sit on a towel, don't rush — everything you need to know before your first löyly.
6 min read
FoodTen Finnish dishes you have to try
From creamy salmon soup to Karelian pies and liquorice ice cream, a tour of Finnish comfort food.
7 min read
Guide25 free things to do in Helsinki
Helsinki can be pricey, but some of its best experiences cost nothing at all.
8 min read
StoryA design lover's weekend
Aalto, Marimekko and a new generation of makers — how to experience Finnish design in two days.
6 min read