Helsinki City Centre
Helsinki
Visit Helsinki City Centre
Popular places to visit
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
Senate Square
Snap photos of the fascinating buildings surrounding this huge square, which is the cultural center of politics, religion and science in the city.
Stockmann
Discover one of Scandinavia’s largest shopping malls, filled with all your favorite brands and some of the city’s best food outlets.
Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
Study many exceptional works from the Finnish National Gallery’s collection of contemporary art and admire this museum’s stunning architectural design.
Uspenski Cathedral
Standing atop a hill in Helsinki’s historic Katajanokka district, the largest Russian Orthodox church in western Europe is a remnant of the Russian Empire in Finland.
Ateneum Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ateneum Art Museum during your travels in Helsinki. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.
Helsinki City Centre Hotel Deals
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Lively hotel, modern decor, great breakfast. Checkin slow and confusing (not enough staff)
Reviewed on 2025/11/11
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
good beds, very helpful staff
Reviewed on 2025/11/8
NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa
It was a brilliant stay
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Hobo Helsinki
Great location and really stylish design - the breakfast was incredible too!
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Hotel Arthur
Location was great
Reviewed on 2025/11/19
Noli Katajanokka
The room was spotless. The washing machine, dishwasher, microwave and oven so helpful during a week long stay and the shared kitchen common room a blessing for a solo traveller. I misplaced the key at an art gallery cloak room, and the Noli staff were so kind and unjudgemental. They solved it immediately. ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/21
Other neighborhoods around Helsinki City Centre
Kruununhaka
Noted for its coffeehouses and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kruununhaka. Top attractions like Senate Square and Military Museum of Finland are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Snellmaninkatu Station or Vironkatu Station to see more of the city.
Kaisaniemi
If you're spending some time in Kaisaniemi, Kaisaniemen Kasvitieteellinen Puutarha and Kaunissaari Island are top sights worth seeing.
Katajanokka
Dominated by a passenger harbour, Katajanokka boasts the former prison-turned-hotel, Uspenski Cathedral, and Katajanokka Casino. Easily accessible via four bridges, enjoy the area's renovated restaurants and cafés.
Kaartinkaupunki
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Kaartinkaupunki. Top attractions like Design Museum and Kauppatori Market Square are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Kolmikulma Station or Etelaranta Station to see more of the city.
Kluuvi
Consider a visit to Helsinki Central Library Oodi and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Kluuvi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station.
Kamppi
In the heart of Helsinki's Central Business District, Kamppi boasts the largest cinema multiplex, Tennispalatsi, and the modern underground central bus station. Explore Narinkka Square or shop at Kamppi Center.
