Helsinki

Finland’s capital, Helsinki is a city of contrasts, a high-tech metropolis by the sea with peaceful and quiet natural surroundings. It is also the busiest port, spread across a group of Baltic islands, with its new suburbs extending into the surrounding forests and countryside. The best way to experience the city is to go on guided excursions, which can be easily arranged. Visit the pristine evergreen forests, and enjoy the spectacular beautiful archipelago scenery. The city is a popular tourist destination with a wide range of museums, exhibitions, culture and shopping opportunities. Moreover, the Helsinki weather plays an important role in making the city a popular destination.

Helsinki city has its history dating back to over 450 years, with which it still keeps its touch, though now a progressive city. The city has grown to become a bustling city, with colorful market squares and halls, a range of outdoor summer concerts and sports events taking place. The city provides with excellent cafes and restaurants, catering to every taste and budget, some of the top-notch hotels and revolutionary art in fine museums. Moreover, the city is a pleasant place, with many of the attractions in the central districts, within easy reach of one another. Start with a visit to the wonderful island fortress of Suomenlinna, then the Open Air Museum of traditional buildings on the island of Seurasaari, the astounding Kiasma housing the Museum of Contemporary Art and the unique ‘Church in the Rock’. To explore the region the best way is to go a cruise. A tour from Helsinki to the Old Town of Porvoo on a coastal steamer is perfect, a leisurely cruise around the local archipelago, a hike through the National Park at nearby Nuuksio, or a day-trip to the Estonian capital, Tallinn are number of excursions which makes your visit to the city fruitful.

Finland’s capital is influenced with Finnish tradition and a long history of eastern and western influences. Visitor’s get to a see a city that is full of contrasts, being a business city to the serenity of its suburbs. A vacation to the city all through the year will give lovers of art and culture a varied calendar of events and activities, packed with all kinds of music, dance, ballet, opera, performances and festivals every day. After a tiring day, chill out at the number of bars and cafes, and become a part of the vivacious nightlife in Helsinki. There is a range of classy clubs and a thriving rock and pop scene to complete the picture of nightlife in Helsinki. As far as dining goes, the city has everything from high quality restaurants to friendly bistros, from interesting ethnic kitchens to fast food kiosks. The city is regarded as an extremely safe and clean place, and unspoilt natural environment is visible near the city centre as well as in the surrounding districts.