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Hello or Terve!
- Why are Finns so crazy about sauna?
- Is Finland really the happiest country in the world?
Join my Finntastic walking tour to learn about the Finnish culture, food, history, and way of life in a fun and also informative way!
Please go through the tour details (itinerary, duration, Notes, etc.) before booking.
Notes:
* Not suitable for kids on stroller, wheelchair, and those with difficulties in walking (Ability to take steps and walk for 4km is required),
* Not suitable for those with hearing difficulties,
* Pets are not allowed on the tour,
* Please register a valid phone number with WhatsApp or imessage,
* Group size: 5-30 people, and the guide has a voice amplifier,
* We run the tour in any weather, please check the weather forecast and dress accordingly,
* We don´t accept refund requests due to no-show (any reasons such as rain, snow, wind, flight/cruise/ferry cancellation or delay, going to a wrong meeting point)
Wish to see you on our tour!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Look for a blue and white umbrella at Senate Square (or Senaatintori in Finnish). The guide also holds a blue sign that reads "Finntastic Walking Tour". Please manage to arrive 10-15 min early. The guide can’t answer your calls or messages once the tour begins.
The tour ends at Oodi central library, next to the central train station, within 15 minutes walking distance from Senate square.
Itinerary
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1Senate Square
Senate square (Senaatintori in Finnish) is our meeting point, and it is probably the main tourist attraction, where the history of modern Helsinki begins. Here we will discover the three beautiful buildings around us!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Helsinki Cathedral
Helsinki Cathedral or the White cathedral is the most famous landmark in the city that you have probably seen pictures of. If the church is open, we can go inside and learn about the religious mindset in Finland. If we are lucky, we can also enjoy some music inside the church! (we don’t go inside the church in the summers because of its 10€ entry fee. It´s closed on Sundays, most Saturdays, and in public holidays)
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Kauppatori
"Torille" is a famous Finnish phrase, which means "to the market" ! Let´s visit the market square to find out what that means! What Finns usually eat or drink, and what can you buy from Helsinki to take home with you?
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Allas Pool
We will give you a complete guide to a Finnish sauna and give you some recommendations on the best saunas in the town. Let’s learn why Finns are so crazy about sauna?! Allas sauna is located right next to the Gulf of Finland, so here we’ll also get a nice sea view and talk about Suomenlinna fortree island and how you can visit it after the tour. That is highly recommended place to visit as it is a UNESCO heritage site.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
Uspenski Cathedral (Pass by)
Why do we need two Cathedrals in Helsinki? This one looks different than Helsinki Cathedral, let us find out the reason! We will visit this beautiful cathedral from distance, when we visit the market square.
Admission ticket free -
5Havis Amanda
Probably the most famous and the most iconic statue in Helsinki!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Esplanadi Park
Locally known as Helsinki’s champs de elysee, is home to Kappeli restaurant and Espa music stage. In the middle, stands Runeberg's statue, the national poet of Finland. Here, we will also learn some fun facts about Finland.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Fazer Café Kluuvikatu
The first cafe bar in Helsinki, and probably the reason why Finns are so much in love with coffee and coffee break!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Aleksanterinkatu
Aleksi is of the main streets in the city center with many beautiful art deco buildings, each of which has a lot of amazing stories to tell about the Finnish culture!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Helsinki Central Railway Station
Central train station of Helsinki is a beautiful landmark in the city center guarded by four massive statues who have many stories to tell us! We will also pass by two other beautiful buildings: Finland’s national theater and Ateneum museum (Finland’s national gallary).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Kansalaistori
This is the modern district of the town, surrounded by beautiful post modern buildings, so you will realize why Helsinki was chosen in 2012 as the world’s capital city of design!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Central Library Oodi
Oodi library is the highlight of the tour, where you will need to change the definition of a library you have on mind, because this is different than any libraries you have ever seen, and it is gonna blow your mind!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Additional info
- 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
- Not suitable for people with walking difficulties
- Not suitable for people with hearing difficulties
- For the sake of other members, please do not come to the tour if you are sick
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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