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Helsinki aka: Helsingfors

624 people want to go here. 758 people have been here.
92% of people who have been to Helsinki think it's worth visiting. The most popular places in Helsinki are Suomenlinna, Stockmann Department Stores, and Helsinki Cathedral. Helsinki is featured on the lists Capital Cities of the World, 2006 Quality of Living Survey Most Livable Cities, and Old Cities and Interesting Architecture. Places in Helsinki have been tagged helsinki, museum, and finland.

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Hei! by Saph

Actually my travel agent asked me why I’ve chosen to go to Helsinki this year. (Probably because it’s going to be Winter there and I’m giving up glorious sun-drenched days back at home.)

There’s no, one particular reason, but I’m sure I’ll find many reasons to be glad I went when I get there.

over 4 years ago

helsinki by mayajal415

helsinki

over 4 years ago

Untitled by Rakuna

I were born in Helsinki and lived there most of my life. Nice city, can’t deny. I’m going to visit here many times and propably move back when I have gratuated.

over 4 years ago

Untitled by nansq

I love Helsinki. it’s my world.

over 5 years ago

Untitled by duende13

I went with Jose. It was a present from him and for him.

It was almost a week in November, 2005.

Fantastic!

over 5 years ago

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ashishnigdikar asks,
“I want to apply for tourist visa for UK. Where is the British Visa application center in Helsinki? Any pointer would be helpful” over 2 years ago
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tahti asks,
“What is the cheapest accomodation in helsinki? I've already found "Stadium Hostel" with prices 35dollars/night but still am looking for something cheaper. Thank you for help!” over 5 years ago
go2helsinki asks,
“Does anyone have any suggestions for must-see places in helsinki?” over 6 years ago
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  • en.wikipedia.org Helsinki (in Finnish; listen (help·info)), or Helsingfors (in Swedish; listen (help·info)) is the capital and largest city of Finland. It is in the southern part of Finland, on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, by the Baltic Sea. The population of the cit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helsinki
  • www.lonelyplanet.com Europe’s greatest train stations by Lonely Planet August 11, 2009 In Europes great cities, a station can be a destination in itself. Take a later train and discover... (read article)
  • travel.nytimes.com The Local Flavor of Helsinki by LAURIE WINER December 14, 2008 The city is a proud paradise of local produce, fish and meat and cooking that’s inventive and playful. (read article)
  • travel.nytimes.com The Local Flavor of Helsinki by LAURIE WINER December 14, 2008 The city is a proud paradise of local produce, fish and meat and cooking that’s inventive and playful. (read article)
  • travel.nytimes.com Introduction to Helsinki by FROMMER'S November 20, 2006 Helsinki may stand at the doorway to Russia, but its cultural links are firmly in Scandinavia. It was originally founded in 1550, halfway between Stockholm and St. Petersburg, on orders of the Swedish king Gustavus Vasa, and is still known to the Swedes as "Helsingfors." Surrounded by water on three sides and fringed by islands, Helsinki grew up around a natural harbor overlooking the Gulf of Finland. A city of wide streets, squares, and parks, adorned with sculpture, Helsinki was one of the world's first planned municipalities and is noted for its 19th-century neoclassical architecture. Because the city is relatively compact, most of it can be explored on foot. (read article)
  • query.nytimes.com In Helsinki by LIZETTE ALVAREZ June 20, 2004 (read article)
  • query.nytimes.com In Helsinki by LIZETTE ALVAREZ June 20, 2004 (read article)
  • query.nytimes.com In Helsinki by ERIK SANDBERG-DIMENT August 18, 2002 (read article)

Activities in Helsinki

Helsinki Sightseeing Tour

See the beauty of this stunning Nordic city on an introductory sightseeing tour with live commentary from your knowledgable guide. A great way to get orientated with the city, particularly for first time visitors. $32.88

Helsinki Card

Discover Helsink 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 attach... $43.00

Helsinki Private Arrival Airport Transfer

Travel from Helsinki International Airport to your Helsinki City Hotel. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This is a private transfer so the price is the same for groups of 1 to 3 people or 5 to 8 people $26.87

Helsinki Private Departure Airport Transfer

Travel from your Helsinki City Hotel to Helsinki International Airport. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This is a private transfer so the price is the same for groups of 1 to 3 people or 4 to 8 people. $26.87

Helsinki Audio City Tour

Choose from 12 languages on this Self-guided Helsinki Audio City Tour. The tour takes in the most interesting parts of Helsinki, such as the historical center with Senate Square, the Presidential Palace, City Hall, the Parliament building, Finlandia Ha... $32.88