Ferry to Vallisaari Fortress Island
With this ticket you can visit Vallisaari island. Vallisaari and Kuninkaansaari are enchanting destinations for outings, next to the Suomenlinna fortress in Helsinki. These two islands have served as the home and workplace of hundreds of people and as the place of military service for thousands of soldiers. Fortifications, buildings, and a record-breaking range of species tell a tale of coexistence between humans and wild nature. Just take a trip to these mysterious islands on which time seems to stand still.
Suitable for the entire family. While the islands are accessible for prams, the trails are not unobstructed, as the terrain is uneven and the uphill sections are steep.
Tourists at Vallisaari can use the islands' water points, toilets, the excursion harbour, café, and tour guide services during summer season.
The natural environment of Vallisaari is highly sensitive. Please stay on the marked trails.
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Ferry to Vallisaari Fortress Island
What's included in Ferry to Vallisaari Fortress Island
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Vessels leave from Helsinki Market Square Keisariluodonlaituri-pier next to the Korkeasaari zoo ferry. Watch out for our Frs Finland-signs, present your ticket to the staff and board the ferry to Vallisaari.
Many flexible departures per day and snacks and drinks available for purchase onboard. Enjoy a cup of coffee or cold beer on our sun deck and let yourself be pampered by our friendly staff.
You can spend as much time at the destination as you like.
The ticket includes transportation from the Market Square to Vallisaari fortress island and back. Frequency of departures is 60 minutes and the trip takes about 15 minutes. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Helsinki Archipelago. Beverages and snacks available on board for purchase. Please follow signs at the island for the departure pier, which is not the same as the arrival pier. Departure pier is close to the boat marina.
Inclusions
- Helsinki Market Square - Vallisaari v.v.
- Drinks and snacks available onboard for purchase.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Make your way to the Keisariluodonlaituri-pier at Helsinki Market Square. Look for red "FRS Finland" flags and the "Suomenlinna Lonna" text on the pier. Please show your ticket to the staff and board the FRS ferry to VALLISAARI.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Choose the "Vallisaari" or "Suomenlinna"-pier to start with, depending on where you want to go first. Proceed to the priority queue with your ticket. Please note: there is no priority queue at the islands. Maximum departure frequency: 30-60 minutes before 10 June and after 17 September. 11 June until 17 September: 30 minutes. The ticket includes transportation from the Market Square to Vallisaari fortress island and back. Frequency of departures is 60 minutes and the trip takes about 15 minutes. The schedule can be found here: https://www.frs-finland.fi/vallisaari-en/
