How To Spend 72 Hours in Helsinki with the HELSINKI CARD | A Travel Guide
Discover the best of Helsinki in 72 hours with this curated guide, highlighting essential sights from the vibrant Market Square to the historic Suomenlinna sea fortress. Experience Finland's rich art, design, and architectural heritage, all easily accessible with the Helsinki Card.
Kiasma (Museum of Contemporary Art)
A museum of contemporary art with creative and thought-provoking installations and green outdoor spaces.
Market Square
A popular meeting point and public market great for souvenirs, local crafts, and foods.
Suomenlinna
A UNESCO World Heritage site and sea fortress island with fascinating stories from the Russian and Swedish eras.
Helsinki Cathedral
One of the most recognizable buildings in Helsinki, a place to sit on the steps and watch the sunset.
Senate Square
The location of the Helsinki Cathedral, where people come and go.
Canal Route Cruise
A cruise that passes through bridges, cottages, and marinas, offering views of parks, the zoo, and icebreakers built in Helsinki.
Rock Church (Temppeliaukio Church)
A unique church dug out from solid rock and built with a copper dome.
Sibelius Monument
A monument dedicated to Finnish composer Jean Sibelius, made out of 600 hollow steel pipes.
Eira Neighbourhood
A neighborhood with one of the most beautiful streets in the city.
Bad Bad Boy
A funny sculpture.
Design Museum
A museum showcasing design inspiration in Helsinki and Finland.
Chapel of Silence
Another incredible church to visit.
Helsinki Central Station
A central transportation hub in Helsinki.