Suomenlinna Ferry and Guided Walking Tour in the Fortress

3.7
(33 reviews)
Helsinki, Finland

3 to 5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Our company brings you to the fortress island of Suomenlinna which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the no. 1 must-see tourist attraction of Finland with its historical sea fortress.

This ticket includes a guided walking tour in English by an authorised guide. The tour takes you around the fortress islands through the centuries, presenting the main sights and the key events in the history of the fortress. The tour offers interesting perspectives on the Finnish history and history of Northern Europe.

The duration of the ferry ride is 25 minutes. The duration of the tour is about 1 hour. After the tour you can explore the island at your own pace and/or head back to the Market Square with the next ferry. Departure frequency of 30 minutes.

Vessels leave from Helsinki Market Square next to the Korkeasaari zoo pier. Look for our company signs, red flags. Enjoy a cup of coffee or a cold beer on our sun deck and let yourself be pampered by our friendly staff.

What's Included

Transportation Helsinki Market Square - Suomenlinna / Lonna island.
Guided walking tour of Suomenlinna
Beverages and snacks available onboard for purchase.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Sea Fortress Suomenlinna

    Ferry transportation from Helsinki Market Square to Suomenlinna fortress island and/or Lonna restaurant island. Many scheduled departures from morning until late evening - explore the island at your own pace. Maximum departure frequency at Market Square and the islands: 30 minutes. Buy a cup of coffee or a cold beer onboard and enjoy the views of the Helsinki archipelago. Our ferries will bring you directly to the centre of Suomenlinna. Our friendly staff onboard will be happy to help in case of any questions. At Suomenlinna, a guided tour is included. During the guided walking tour an authorised guide tells about the 260 years of eventful history of Suomenlinna under the rule of three different states as well as the life on the island today. The guide will take you to the most important sights of the fortress. In addition you can visit the restaurant island of Lonna with the same ticket.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Sea Fortress Suomenlinna

    Explore the island at your own pace after the guided tour or return with the next ferry to the mainland.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by FRS Finland

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Historical Tours
Water Tours
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