On Aleksanterikatu 20, situated in the heart of Helsinki, between the Market Square, Senate Square and Sofiankatu, you can find one of Helsinki’s oldest buildings, the Bock house. The house was built in 1763 by merchant Gustav Johan Bock and it has during its history functioned as the residence of the Finnish governor-general and the [...]
On 13-15 June the Helsinki City Tourist & Convention Bureau participated in the Savonlinna Midnight Sun Workshop 2011 organised by Comma Group Oy. The Marketing Team was repre-sented by Marketing Assistant Carolina Laaksonen. The event was attended by around a dozen buyers and sellers. Despite the rainy weather, both international travel agents and local tourism [...]
This year, besides the legendary Seurasaari island celebrations, there are plenty of versatile alternatives for Midsummer! Midsummer like in the 60’s You can find a playful Midsummer at Café Piritta. The band Kaipuun Kukkatarha is responsible for bringing some nostalgic music to the city. The best retrodress will receive a prize. There will also be [...]
Are you still wondering what to do on Midsummer Eve? Hop on board with Strömma’s Bonfire cruise! With cruises at 20:00 and 20:45 you can see the bonfires at Suomenlinna and Pihlajasaari before reaching the main bonfire at Seurasaari at 22:00. All cruises departure from the Market Square and all serve refreshments and snacks from [...]
In Restaurant NJK’s gardens, varieties of herbs developed for archipelago lifestyles provide fresh ingredients and garnishes for a wide range of dishes. Diners are welcome to stroll through the restaurant’s urban garden, built in cooperation with garden specialist Kekkilä, and, of course, taste our self-grown herbs in a special five course menu. Restaurant NJK favors [...]
Since the city’s supply of great restaurants and cafés increase so tremendously during summer time, it’s a wonderful idea to every day try a new place! Trying out different alternatives is also a good way to find your very own favorite! Start off the week in a natural surrounding with a rural sense to it. [...]
Helsinki claims the number 1 spot in Monocle’s 2011 Quality of Life survey, which ranks the top 25 cities in the world to call home. Rising from fifth position in 2010, Helsinki outperformed Zürich at number 2 and Copenhagen at number 3 to claim the mantle as the world’s most liveable city. An unorthodox but [...]
Midsummers exceptional opening hours are now published at VisitHelsinki.fi. See how the museums, art exhibitions and sights are open during bank holidays and you can plan your visit in advance! List also includes sightseeing and island cruises as well as opening hours for many restaurants. Midsummer 2011 opening hours Midsummer traditions in Helsinki
Helsinki Week will be celebrated between 4 and 19 June and Helsinki Day traditionally on 12 June. This summer Helsinki Week, which has grown around Helsinki Day, will again offer experiences and activities for everyone. Guidance to city farming On Helsinki Day, there will be guidance to city farming at Annala Garden (Hämeentie 154), [...]
The Governing Body of Suomenlinna has opened another tourist information service point at the Jetty Barracks, next to main pier. Information desk is open daily 10am–5pm in June-August (closed during Midsummer). There are general brochures in 10 languages and personal service available. Another information point serves at the Visitor Centre, closer to the museum area. [...]
