Catedral de Helsinki (Tuomiokirkko)
The white Lutheran cathedral with its green domes, towering over Senate Square. It is the symbol of the city.
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Helsinki: airports, things to do and where to stay
Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is a coastal city of design and architecture, with harbour-side markets, saunas, fortified islands and a lively cultural scene.
Helsinki airports
From the airport to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa airport is about 16 km from central Helsinki.
Ring Rail Line (trenes P e I)
The P and I trains link the airport station with Helsinki Central Station in about 30 min. Tickets are sold in the HSL app and at station machines.
HSL, línea 600 / Line 600
HSL trunk line 600 reaches central Helsinki in about 40 min. Long-distance coaches (Matkahuolto) also run to other Finnish cities.
Taxi
Four taxi lanes operate around the clock at the arrivals level, with prices displayed. Allow about 30 min to the city centre, depending on traffic.
Helsinki
Things to do in Helsinki
Suomenlinna
An 18th-century sea fortress spread over several islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ferries run from the harbour.
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Iglesia de Temppeliaukio
A church excavated directly into the rock, with a copper dome and acoustics prized for concerts.
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Plaza del Mercado (Kauppatori)
A harbour-side square with food and craft stalls, and the departure point for ferries to the islands. The cathedral is close by.
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Which airport serves Helsinki?
Helsinki is served by Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).
How far is the airport from central Helsinki?
Helsinki-Vantaa airport is about 16 km from central Helsinki.
How do I get from the airport to central Helsinki?
From Helsinki-Vantaa airport you can take Ring Rail Line (trenes P e I) (train), HSL, línea 600 / Line 600 (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Helsinki?
Highlights of Helsinki include Catedral de Helsinki (Tuomiokirkko), Suomenlinna, Iglesia de Temppeliaukio, and Plaza del Mercado (Kauppatori).
Photo credits
- Catedral de Helsinki (Tuomiokirkko): Hans Hillewaert, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Suomenlinna: Michal Pise, Michal.Pise, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Iglesia de Temppeliaukio: Lauren Stevens, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Plaza del Mercado (Kauppatori): Tuula Sipilä, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons