City Sightseeing Helsinki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Red Route

First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 4pm. Frequency: every 30 - 40 minutes

1. Stop number 1 is at the Senate Square next to the white Helsinki Cathedral. Stop sign is green and red.
2. Stop number 2 is located close to the Old Market Hall and Eromanga bakery.
3. Street address for stop number 3: Olympiaranta 1. Olympia Terminal was originally built for the Olympic Games in 1952. The terminal is now used by Tallink Silja Stockholm ferries.
4. Near this stop you’ll find Kaivopuisto Park and the charming Café Ursula by the sea.
5. Compass Square: Close to Merisatama harbour, where ferries depart for popular island destinations such as Uunisaari and Pihlajasaari.
6. Explore the colorful art nouveau facades on Huvilakatu, let kids play at Meripuisto playground, and catch the waterbus to Pihlajasaari next to Café Carusel
7. Port LHD. Buses stop here only on certain cruise ship days
8. Port LHB & LHC. Buses stop here only on certain cruise ship days.
9. Experience Finnish sauna culture in a stunning seaside setting with rooftop views and a vibrant terrace
10. Hietalahti Market & Bulevardi. Browse treasures at the lively Hietalahti flea market, open on summer days and evenings, and visit the Sinebrychoff Art Museum, part of the Finnish National Gallery
11. Culture and shopping meet at Stop 11. Esplanade Park, Stockmann Department Store, Swedish Theatre, and the Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki
12. Market Square. The vibrant harbor market and the departure point for the Beautiful Canal Cruise. If you’re joining the cruise, this is the stop to hop off
13. Stop for Amos Rex, Kiasma, Parliament House, Helsinki Music Center, Oodi, Central Railway Station and Ateneum (currently not in use)
14. Temppeliaukio Rock Church: This architectural masterpiece is carved into solid granite, offering a unique design and exceptional acoustics. One of Helsinki’s most iconic sights
15. Sibelius Monument: An iconic tribute to composer Jean Sibelius in a scenic park setting
16. Discover the Olympic Stadium views, Töölönlahti, Winter Garden and nearby attractions like Linnanmäki, Sea Life, and the Opera
17. Parliament, Oodi, Finlandia Hall, and the Helsinki Music Centre all within easy reach
18. Culture & Landmarks. Ateneum Art Museum, National Theatre, and Central Railway Station
19. Discover Kaisaniemi Park and its Botanical Garden—an oasis of greenery in the heart of Helsinki

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour operates every day until 10th October 2026
• First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 4pm
• Frequency: every 30 - 40 minutes. Tour duration: 90 minutes
• Mobile and paper vouchers are accepted for this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the route
• Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months of travel date selected at check-out
• Cruise Passengers:
• During the warm months of the year, cruise passengers arriving at Katajanokka can walk down to Senate Square in around 10 - 15 minutes
• Cruise passengers arriving at Hernesaari can hop-on the buses at Stops 7 or 8. There are 3 terminals at this dock (LHD, LHC and LHB) and it's only a 200m walk to the buses parked outside from each of them
• Customers who arrive at Olympia Terminal can hop-on at Stop 3
• Our buses are wheelchair accessible
• Dogs in carriers are permitted on the bus
• Please note, Stop 13 is currently out of use