Helsinki Walking Tour - With Arto

Helsinki Walking Tour - With Arto

Experience the local ́s view to the lifestyle, culture, soul and city center sights of the capital of the happiest country in the world.

By Helsinki Walking Tours

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Starts on Sat, 16 Aug 2025 10:00 EEST

Location

Senate Square

Senate Square 00170 Helsinki Finland

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event

About this event

You know how nice it is to have a even a distant friend or a buddy in a strange city? Even though you wouldn´t stay at their house, he ́s that one lovely friend who ́ll show you the best spots, who takes you behind the scenes and really helps you to experience the city the way the locals enjoy their home town. Join me for a tour and you ́ll always have such a friend in Helsinki.

My name is Arto and I´m an experienced tour guide with native level of English proficiency. I´ve started my own tour-company so I can share with my guests all the things we locals do to enjoy the summer day in the capital of the happiest country in the world!

I personally enjoy culture, historical buildings in their historical context and absolutely love everything epic. My favourite place in the world is Helsinki during the summer.

It makes me so happy to welcome you to My City and show you around <3

Learn how the locals live and see all the major city center attractions. I will even point out few details and facts about this city&country which most locals don´t even know!

Our Route & Places You´ll see

We´ll walk about 5km in about 3 hours so bring comfortable shoes. The tour also operates in all weather conditions, so please dress accordingly.

(subject to change according to weather conditions, public holidays, and events / We will stop at the attractions written in bold): 

Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, National Library of Finland, Tori Quarters, City Museum, City Hall, Central Railway Station, National Theatre of Finland, Ateneum, Citizens´ Square, Musiikkitalo (Helsinki Concert Hall), Parliament House, Oodi Library, Kiasma, Lasipalatsi, Amos Rex, Kamppi Chapel, Stockmann, House of the Nordics (Pohjola Insurance building), Swedish Theatre, Esplanadi Park, Kappeli Restaurant, Presidential Palace, Uspenski Cathedral, Allas Sea Pool, Market Square, Statue of the Sea Maiden.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the starting point for the tour?

We meet at the Senate Square (Finnish: Senaatintori). Look for the orange ID-badge to find me. Trams 2 (also 2B), 4 (also 4S), 5 and 7 have a stop called Senaatintori on their route. This is displayed on the screens and announced in the intercoms.

What if I´m running late?

Check-in for the tours starts about 15 min before the scheduled start. If you´re not at the meeting point by the time the tour starts, we´ll wait for about 10min. The tour starts on time and once it starts, I´m not able to respond to messages. You can join in along the tour as well.

Something´s come up, and I need to change/cancel my tour booking. Is this possible?

Yes. You can cancel your tickets purchased via my Eventbrite-webshop until 24 hours before the tour starts to receive a full refund. If you want to transfer your ticket to someone else, please contact me to arrange this. There is a small 5€ fee applied to ticket transfers.

What should I bring with me for the tour?

Comfortable shoes, a water bottle, an umbrella (if it looks like it could rain) and weather-appropriate clothing.

What if the weather looks bad, does the tour still happen?

Yes. I operate the tour in all weather conditions, so please dress accordingly. Helsinki is a seaside city with almost a constant breeze, so you might want to wear something that blocks the wind. Also, comfortable shoes are recommended.

Do we have any breaks during the tour?

Yes, there is a small break indoors about half way through with an opportunity to use free toilets, fill up your water bottle (the tap water in Finland is the same quality as sold in bottles) and rest your feet a bit.

I use a wheelchair to get around. Can I keep up with the group?

Yes. The entire route is completely accessible so you´ll stay in pace with the rest of the group the whole time. There might be few regular street curbs to tackle here and there – just like in any other urban environment. So if you can get around in a normal city, you´ll be ok.

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Helsinki Walking Tours

Hei, explorer! I'm Arto, your friend in the city and the heart behind Helsinki Walking Tours Ltd. Born under the Northern Lights of Helsinki's founding day, I've been in tune with this city since my first breath. And I can't wait to share its vibrant stories with you!

At Helsinki Walking Tours Ltd, we welcome all —from solo wanderers to group adventurers. No minimums, no fuss, just the promise of a unique city tour, come rain or snow. We believe in providing not only a safe, inclusive space for all but also a memorable journey through the hidden lanes of Finnish culture.

When you tour with us, you're not just a visitor; you're an old friend exploring the city's deepest secrets. So gear up for an unforgettable Helsinki experience, filled with laughter, heritage, and a few good Finnish puns. Tervetuloa to Helsinki Walking Tours Ltd!

28 € – 44 €