Helsinki Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Finnish, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Step into a Nordic fairytale and uncover centuries of Finnish history, culture and architecture on a private tour of Helsinki's Old Town. See Helsinki Cathedral, Senate Square, National Theater, Uspenski Cathedral and other top attractions and hidden gems!

Highlights:
• Explore the history and legends of Helsinki with a 5-Star Private Guide
• Take in the sights and sounds of the bustling Market Square and the Senate Square
• Marvel at iconic landmarks such as Helsinki Cathedral the Finnish National Theatre
• Learn about the Viking Age, Nordic culture, Northern Lights, and more
• Immerse yourself in captivating stories about famous Finnish people

From its ancient Viking roots, through the legend of Santa Claus, to the national love for heavy metal - let Finland surprise you with its historical and cultural heritage. We’ll take you on a custom-made adventure that reveals the capital’s timeless elegance and contemporary charm, whetting your appetite for knowledge.

Options

2H: Old Town GER, FRA, SPA, IT

Duration: 2 hours: Discover Helsinki's highlights and unique gems, such as the Finnish National Theater, Helsinki Cathedral
,: Senate Square, Market Square and Uspenski Cathedral
Foot : Pick-up by foot from your accommodation (Old Town only)
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - FIHE001.

Pickup included

2H: Old Town Highlights EN, FI

Duration: 2 hours: Discover Helsinki's highlights and unique gems, such as the Finnish National Theater
,: Helsinki Cathedral, Senate Square, Market Square and Uspenski Cathedral.
Foot: Pick-up by foot from your accommodation (Old Town only)
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - FIHE001.

Pickup included

What's included

Insider tips on the best things to do in Helsinki
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
Pick-up by foot from your accommodation (Old Town only)
Interesting facts about Finnish history and culture
Private Walking Tour of Helsinki's Old Town and Top Attractions

Tickets to attractions
Pick-up by foot from accommodations located outside the Old Town

What to expect

10m

Meet your guide in front of Scandic Grand Central Helsinki, Vilhonkatu 13, 00100 Helsinki, Finland. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Helsinki Central Railway Station
30m

Imagine arriving at the grand Helsingin päärautatieasema (Central Station) and strolling through one of the world’s busiest port cities.
Ateneum Art Museum
20m · Admission ticket not included

Gain insider tips on visiting Helsinki’s most popular tourist attractions, such as the Finnish National Theater and the Art Museum Ateneum. Step into Senate Square and surround yourself with neoclassical masterpieces such as the Helsinki Cathedral with its stunning white edifice crowned with green domes, and the Government Palace. Care to find out what happens behind these walls?
Helsinki Central Railway Station
30m

Immerse yourself in fascinating stories that reveal the heritage and history of Finland's upper-class families as you pass the Neo-Gothic Finnish House of Nobility and catch a glimpse of the harborside Presidential Palace and Helsinki Market Square, bustling with crowds of shoppers.
Helsinki Orthodox Parish
30m

See also Uspenski Cathedral, the largest Orthodox Church in Western Europe. All of this and more awaits you on our amazing journey through the beating heart of Helsinki, where historical charm meets modern life!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Scandic Grand Central Helsinki, Vilhonkatu 13, 00100 Helsinki, Finland. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

End point

Meet your guide in front of Scandic Grand Central Helsinki, Vilhonkatu 13, 00100 Helsinki, Finland. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

Pickup details

Pick-up by foot from your accommodation (Old Town only)

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
It is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather.
Pick-up service is only available for accommodations / hotels located in the Old Town, no more than 1,5 km from the designated meeting point. Please provide your address when booking.
For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, so that everyone can get personal attention, ask questions and hear commentary clearly. We will arrange additional guides for larger groups, so the price will be higher.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.