Helsinki & Finland travel blog
Stories, tips and inspiration for your Helsinki and Finland adventure
12 unmissable things to do in Helsinki
From Suomenlinna's sea fortress to midnight sun kayaking and authentic saunas — the 12 experiences that define a Helsinki trip, chosen honestly.
A weekend in Porvoo: Finland's most photogenic old town
Porvoo's red wooden warehouses, medieval cathedral and river walk make it Finland's most visited small town. Here is what to do there in a day or a
Finnish sauna culture explained: what to expect, where to go
Finland has 3.3 million saunas for 5.5 million people. Here is what sauna culture actually means, how to behave, and the best public saunas in Helsinki.
Free things to do in Helsinki: a practical guide
Helsinki is an expensive city but has more free attractions than most visitors expect. A practical guide to the best no-cost experiences in the Finnish
Helsinki the design capital: what Finnish design actually means
Helsinki was World Design Capital in 2012. From Aalto to Marimekko to the Design District's living studios — what Finnish design is and where to find it.
Hunting northern lights from Helsinki: what you need to know
Northern lights are not visible from Helsinki itself — but Rovaniemi is a night train away. Plan an aurora trip from Helsinki with realistic expectations.
Midnight sun summer in Helsinki: what it's like and what to do
In late June, Helsinki's sun barely sets for a week. Here is what the midnight sun actually looks and feels like, and how to make the most of a summer
Tallinn day trip by ferry from Helsinki: the complete guide
Helsinki to Tallinn by high-speed ferry takes 2 hours. Here is what the crossing involves, what to do in Tallinn's Old Town, and how to plan the day