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panorama view of the Helsinki cathedral square with blue cloudy sky in background
panorama view of the Helsinki cathedral square with blue cloudy sky in background

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Welcome to Scandinavia's “White City of the North,” a city defined more by its people and Art Nouveau architecture than its chilly climate (from October to April). Helsinki is a classic sea-city, with a dramatic coastline colored by bays and inlets. The city keeps its historical roots intact. Explore more of Helsinki on a European cruise!

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Helsinki

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

The Northern Quay in Helsinki. Panoramic view of the North Quay in Helsinki.
Uspensky Cathedral in Helsinki. Finland. Tourist destination. Uspenski Cathedral in Helsinki.
Stone church Temppeliaukio buried in the rock in Helsinki, Finland Stone Temppeliaukio church.
Hvittrask was built  between 1901-1903 by architects Herman Gesellius, Armas Lindgren and Eliel Saarinen. The main building, designed in National Romantic style, built of logs and natural stone. Hvittrask building.
The most known part of Porvoo old town is the warehouses above river Porvoonjoki, Finland Panoramic view of the red wooden houses in Porvoo.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Helsinki. Finland. The Parliament building in the morning sun.

Famous For

As Finland's capital city, Helsinki has many historical landmarks and monuments to its rich heritage that are scattered around the city, such as the palatial Parliament Building, Eduskuntatalo.

Reinsdyrfilet Fillet of reindeer steak

Exquisite Flavours

Be sure to try the rich, creamy salmon soup, locally-sourced reindeer dishes, and fresh, aromatic cinnamon buns.

White iconic cathedral in Helsinki, Finland with deep blue sky

Fun Facts

The Helsinki Cathedral lies in the very heart of the city and is comprised of a huge central dome. Construction lasted just over 20 years and the cathedral finally opened its doors in 1852.


Port Name & Location

Port of Helsinki, Finland
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is Finnish.

Time Zone

EET (Eastern European Time)
UTC/GMT +2 hours

Currency & Shopping

European Currency (EUR)
Handmade crafts, souvenirs, artwork and clothing.

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