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Join us and learn about the dark parts of the Finnish history: wars, plague, famine, haunted buildings, assasins, WWII impacts on Finnish Jews and many others
Helsinki looks calm, clean and safe. It hasn’t always been!
Lenin, Hitler, the Holocaust, a world-famous assassin: Finland’s capital has crossed paths with some of the darkest names and events of the 20th century, and most visitors never hear a word about it.
On this 2-hour walking tour, your guide leads you through the heart of the city to the hidden places where Helsinki’s darkest chapters were written. Discover how Lenin’s shadow fell over Helsinki, how Hitler’s war reached deep into Finland, and how the Holocaust touched a country that believed it was safe from it.
Learn about historical crimes, local legends, plague and famine in Helsinki, and many others.
You’ll never look at Helsinki the same way again.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Look for a blue and white umbrella at Malminkatu 26 next to the entrance of Radisson Blu Royal Hotel. The hotel has several entrances so please make sure you will be at Malminkatu 26
Itinerary
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Helsinki Synagogue (Pass by)
The only synagogue in Helsinki
Admission ticket free -
1Senate Square
Admire Helsinki´s main buildings at night
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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