Free Things To Do In Helsinki

Did you know that the capital city of Finland is famous for its incredible glassware? It’s not uncommon for traditionally made Finnish glassware to be passed down to younger generations and the pieces are kept within the same family for years!

Helsinki’s glassware fame is just one of the reasons to visit the city; it’s also known for its beautiful churches and cathedrals, vast public parks and over 30 beaches next to the sea and along the river!

If you’re planning a trip to Helsinki (we don’t blame you; it’s a fabulous place!), then we’ve got just the guide for you!

Below, you can find our list of the top 10 free attractions in Helsinki, as well as the 10 best paid activities and attractions in the city too.

Free Attractions in Helsinki

Top Rated Helsinki Attractions

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Uspenski Cathedral

The towering ornate red-bricked Uspenski Cathedral is one of Helsinki’s most famous and beautiful free attractions.

Overlooking the harbour, the cathedral makes for a great addition to the city’s skyline and is a real delight to photograph! The green and gold onion-style domes that sit atop the cathedral reflect the influence that Russia had on the making of the church.

Uspenski Cathedral is actually the largest...

Viking village and Danish history day

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  • Step into Denmark’s distant past with a visit to Land of Legends in Lejre, a short trip from the earlier
    Viking capital of Roskilde. Land of Legends was created to bring new knowledge to the past through
    experimental archeology. Here, research meets the public, and guests will find professional and well-
    trained staff with knowledge of...read more
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Helsinki Cathedral

Throughout this guide of the top 10 free attractions in Helsinki, you’ll soon realise that there’s a common theme amongst things to do and see in the city and that’s notably Helsinki’s abundance of churches and cathedrals!

If you arrive in the city by sea, then undoubtedly the first thing you’ll see upon your arrival is Helsinki Church.

While it might have not have as an extravagant name as the...

Helsinki Card City or Region

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  • Discover Helsinki independently with the Helsinki Card. The card is a handy, economical way to make the most of your visit in Helsinki. It is a transport ticket and entrance ticket all in one and has a number of great value reductions and bonuses attached. Don't leave home without one!

    Helsinki Card CITY and Helsinki Card REGION include all...read more
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Sibelius Park

Named after the famous Finnish composer, Jean Sibelius on his 80th birthday in 1945, the Sibelius Park and Monument is one of the top free attractions in Helsinki.

The Sibelius Monument consists of 600 steel tubes that capture the wind and play a soft, gentle tune as the breeze blows, as well as a bust of Jean Sibelius’ head to complete the Monument.

Even if you’re never heard of the Finnish composer, the...

Helsinki Canal Cruise

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  • This is a canal cruise sightseeing in Helsinki with audio commentary.
  • Travelers can choose between lower saloon or deck to enjoy the islands of Helsinki.
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Free

Töölönlahti Bay

What you need to know:

Without a doubt one of the most beautifully picturesque areas in the city, and therefore one of the top free attractions in Helsinki is Töölönlahti Bay.

Töölönlahti Bay resides right in the heart of Helsinki and is surrounded by numerous parks, woodland areas and popular walking paths.

The entire Bay looks and feels completely different depending on...

Private Tallinn Day Trip from Helsinki

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  • This is a guided small-group day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki.
  • This is a city walking tour of Tallinn to enjoy the culture of the land.
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Free

Temppeliaukio Church

Often referred to as the ‘Rock Church’, Temppeliaukio Church is yet another one of Helsinki’s most famous landmarks and a top free attraction in the city.

The church is teeming with a rich historical past, which you can spend time learning about from the frequent churchgoers at Temppeliaukio, or you can just spend some time wandering around inside and admiring the ornate structure.

It’s a place...

Tallinn Day Cruise from Helsinki

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  • Join this guided day trip to historical Tallinn. Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the ferry terminal where you will board the ferry and make your way to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. The ferry will take 2 hours and you arrive to Tallinn where your professional guide will meet you with a sign "Day cruise to Tallinn"...read more
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Suomenlinna Sea Fortress

Not just a popular tourist attraction in Helsinki, but one of the top things to see and do in the whole of Finland, the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most fascinating places in the city.

You’ll have to take a short ferry ride across to the fortress where you’ll be greeted by the impressive fort that sits atop six islets connected by bridges and houses some of Finland’s most...

Day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki by VIP car

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  • This is private tour to capital of Estonia including all transfers in Helsinki and Tallinn by VIP car, 3 hours private guided tour in Tallinn walking and by VIP car, return ferry tickets. Trip by fast and confortable ferry takes only 2 hours. Tallinn is one of Europe’s newest capitals, boasts a rich mix of architecture and culture in a small...read more

Day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki by VIP car

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  • This is private tour to capital of Estonia including all transfers in Helsinki and Tallinn by VIP car, 3 hours private guided tour in Tallinn walking and by VIP car, return ferry tickets. Trip by fast and confortable ferry takes only 2 hours. Tallinn is one of Europe’s newest capitals, boasts a rich mix of architecture and culture in a small...read more

Helsinki Food Tour Including Tastings

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  • This is a guided Finnish food tour with a food guide in Helsinki.
  • Travelers will explore the market regions of Helsinki on foot.
  • This tour includes food sampling.
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Helsinki Canal Cruise

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  • This is a canal cruise sightseeing in Helsinki with audio commentary.
  • Travelers can choose between lower saloon or deck to enjoy the islands of Helsinki.
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Helsinki Panorama Sightseeing Audio-Guided Bus Tour

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  • This is a self-guided tour of Helsinki on a bus.
  • This trip covers interesting and historic attractions of Helsinki.
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City Sightseeing Helsinki Hop On Hop Off Tour

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  • This is a day tour around Helsinki on a double-decker bus.
  • This is an introductory tour to Helsinki, suitable for first-time visitors.
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Happy Helsinki Walking Tour

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  • This is a fun private walking tour around Helsinki.
  • The tour covers interesting cultural attractions of the land.
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Tallinn Day Trip from Helsinki

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  • This is a guided small group day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki.
  • This is a comprehensive tour of Tallinn on foot.
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