Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Have you ever dreamed of a great English tour?
Come explore a more interactive side of Helsinki on a walking tour handcrafted by a native English University of Helsinki graduate with a passion for storytelling and history. This high quality tour tour brings Finland’s capital to life
What makes this tour different?
- Step inside iconic landmarks like the Finnish National Library (Mon–Fri), the award-winning Oodi Library, and the Helsinki City Museum
- Hear engaging, theatrical stories about 9,000 years of Finnish culture, from ancient times to the Winter and Continuation Wars, and how it shaped modern Finland
- Visit hidden highlights with rich meaning, like the presidential flags, Snellman statue, and real bomb shrapnelstill visible from WWII
- Enjoy a sweet stop at the original Fazer Café, where you’ll get a complimentary chocolate treat and a taste of local tradition
- Loved by travelers — many guests say it’s the most memorable and insightful tour they’ve taken in Helsinki
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Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
What's included in Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Senate Square
At Senate Square, where you can marvel at the stunning neoclassical architecture and the iconic Helsinki Cathedral. We inside the Finnish National Library and the University of Helsinki to uncover the uniqueness of the Finnish education system, renowned as one of the best in the world.
The National Library of Finland
Our guide will take you inside the marvelous library where thousands of books and archive materials are stored.
After visiting Senate Square, Next, we will walk to experience Finland’s symbols of power. We will walk to see the Presidential Palace, the Supreme Court, and Helsinki City Hall.
Inclusions
- Plenty of photo opportunities
- Exclusive Access
- English-Speaking Guide
- Gratuities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your guide in front of the House of the Estates Säätytalo building. Across the street from the Bank of Finland building. The guide will hold an iPad with a “Tripadvisor/GetYourGuide English Walking Tour” sign. The guide will arrive at 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour for check in.
End Points
- This tour will end at the Oodi Library, next to the bus and railroad station, where everyone can access more of Helsinki.
