Helsinki Guide
Food scene
Helsinki's most popular cafe! Enjoy a cinnamon bun & hot chocolate by the sea.
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Regatta
8 MerikannontieHelsinki's most popular cafe! Enjoy a cinnamon bun & hot chocolate by the sea.
Café Engel
26 AleksanterinkatuOld style cafe in one of the best neighborhoods in old Helsinki.
Reserve a table, because this tiny sushi nook books up FAST! The restaurant may be tiny, but the flavors here are BIG!
Latitude 25 - Edomae sushi bar
19 KorkeavuorenkatuReserve a table, because this tiny sushi nook books up FAST! The restaurant may be tiny, but the flavors here are BIG!
Kalasatama's best food haul! A short 10 minute walk from the apartment leads you to a variety of cuisines such as Mexican, American, Italian, and more.
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Teurastamo
2 TyöpajankatuKalasatama's best food haul! A short 10 minute walk from the apartment leads you to a variety of cuisines such as Mexican, American, Italian, and more.
A short 3 minute walk from the apartment is a perfect spot to dine in (or out) by the sea. We highly recommend their salmon soup!
Harbour Tap & Taste
1 CapellanaukioA short 3 minute walk from the apartment is a perfect spot to dine in (or out) by the sea. We highly recommend their salmon soup!
There's a reason why Skiffer's has many locations in town. It's one of our favorite pizza joints in Helsinki.
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Skiffer Kallio
8 FleminginkatuThere's a reason why Skiffer's has many locations in town. It's one of our favorite pizza joints in Helsinki.
Enjoy a bite and a beer outside, just a few blocks from the apartment.
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Putte's Bar and Pizza
6 KalevankatuEnjoy a bite and a beer outside, just a few blocks from the apartment.
Ever think you'd find the best fried chicken in Helsinki, Finland? Neither did we. KotKot's owner was once a working chef at the famous NOMA restaurant in New York City. A must try while visiting the city!
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7 KaarlenkatuEver think you'd find the best fried chicken in Helsinki, Finland? Neither did we. KotKot's owner was once a working chef at the famous NOMA restaurant in New York City. A must try while visiting the city!
By far our favorite bakery in Helsinki. Whether you're looking for a fresh almond croissant, a yummy cappuccino, or even a glass of wine with homemade pasta, this place has it all. HOT TIP: They serve two types of fresh, homemade pasta during lunch on the weekdays.
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Way Bakery and Wine Bar
9 AgricolankatuBy far our favorite bakery in Helsinki. Whether you're looking for a fresh almond croissant, a yummy cappuccino, or even a glass of wine with homemade pasta, this place has it all. HOT TIP: They serve two types of fresh, homemade pasta during lunch on the weekdays.
Another cafe on our favorites list! Fresh pastries daily with a wide variety of beverages.
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Levain
29-31 KankurinkatuAnother cafe on our favorites list! Fresh pastries daily with a wide variety of beverages.
If you're a boba lover like us, we have saved you time on finding the best boba in Helsinki.
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2 AteneuminkujaIf you're a boba lover like us, we have saved you time on finding the best boba in Helsinki.
Authentic Italian by the sea just a few steps from our apartment. We recommend booking a table as this one books up fast!
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La Bella Trattoria
2 A Capellan PuistotieAuthentic Italian by the sea just a few steps from our apartment. We recommend booking a table as this one books up fast!
Naughty BRGR Sturenkatu
21 SturenkatuThis funky burger joint looks as fun as it tastes.
Attention burger lovers! We have discovered the best burger (in our opinion) in the city so you don't have to. Best part is, it's only a 5 minute walk from our apartment located in the Redi Shopping Center. We recommend the Cali Smash with a side of fries.
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Attention burger lovers! We have discovered the best burger (in our opinion) in the city so you don't have to. Best part is, it's only a 5 minute walk from our apartment located in the Redi Shopping Center. We recommend the Cali Smash with a side of fries.
This cute spot is about a 15 walk from our apartment. Believe us, it's worth it.
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Restaurant Georgian Vibe
62 HämeentieThis cute spot is about a 15 walk from our apartment. Believe us, it's worth it.
Korea House is always a good idea! This place has a great menu selection and service. We recommend their kimchi soup and wings.
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Korea House Restaurant
19 MariankatuKorea House is always a good idea! This place has a great menu selection and service. We recommend their kimchi soup and wings.
Another one of our favorites! If you want to experience tasting flavors and textures you've never had before, this IS YOUR CHANCE! Fun with a group or a couple. We would recommend booking a table in advance.
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Hills Dumplings
17 KalevankatuAnother one of our favorites! If you want to experience tasting flavors and textures you've never had before, this IS YOUR CHANCE! Fun with a group or a couple. We would recommend booking a table in advance.
This is a fun and unique experience for everyone. Enjoy their tasting or Al A Carte menus. Ordering their famous cocktail "HERUSHINK" is a must.
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Ravintola Juuri
27 KorkeavuorenkatuThis is a fun and unique experience for everyone. Enjoy their tasting or Al A Carte menus. Ordering their famous cocktail "HERUSHINK" is a must.
Only 2 blocks from our apartment! We have found they have some of the best coffee and espresso in all of Helsinki. Don't forget to get a cupcake (or 4) too.
Frangipani Bakery & Café
25 IntiankatuOnly 2 blocks from our apartment! We have found they have some of the best coffee and espresso in all of Helsinki. Don't forget to get a cupcake (or 4) too.
If you're a Thai food fan like us, we recommend booking a table here ASAP. Don't forget to save room for dessert.
Boon Nam
4 LönnrotinkatuIf you're a Thai food fan like us, we recommend booking a table here ASAP. Don't forget to save room for dessert.
Sump
12 SompasaarenlaituriOnly a few steps away from small dishes with bold flavors. We recommend their tasting menu!
This place will stop you in your tracks with the beautiful pastry display in their windows. They have it all!
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Ekberg 1852 Ltd
9 BulevardiThis place will stop you in your tracks with the beautiful pastry display in their windows. They have it all!
Greenbake Mäkelänkatu
15 MäkelänkatuA tiny bakery with the best croissants and pastries.
Gastro Cafe Kallio
7 FleminginkatuOne word: BRUNCH.
This bustling farmers market is two quick metro stops away in Hakaniemi from Kalasatama. Great cafes and local shopping for souvenirs. If you're feeling friendly, chat with a local in the orange tents outside.
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Hakaniemi-Markthalle
1 HämeentieThis bustling farmers market is two quick metro stops away in Hakaniemi from Kalasatama. Great cafes and local shopping for souvenirs. If you're feeling friendly, chat with a local in the orange tents outside.
This hip bar is located right across the pedestrian bridge entrance to Mustikkamaa, just a few blocks behind our apartment. Here you can enjoy the sun, views of the sea, and a cold here.
HOB Mukavuusalue | Comfort Zone
2 Capellan PuistotieThis hip bar is located right across the pedestrian bridge entrance to Mustikkamaa, just a few blocks behind our apartment. Here you can enjoy the sun, views of the sea, and a cold here.
Who doesn't love to enjoy a drink on a boat? Only a 5 minute walk from the apartment.
Ravintolalaiva M/S Maria
3 SompasaarenlaituriWho doesn't love to enjoy a drink on a boat? Only a 5 minute walk from the apartment.
Neighborhoods
For our dog lovers! This is a great island for walking your dog on the trails or beach, or better yet, taking them to the dog park. Other attractions on the island include Korkeasaari Zoo, Korkee Climbing Park, tennis courts, Sauna Ferry, Cafe Torpedo.
Mustikkamaa
For our dog lovers! This is a great island for walking your dog on the trails or beach, or better yet, taking them to the dog park. Other attractions on the island include Korkeasaari Zoo, Korkee Climbing Park, tennis courts, Sauna Ferry, Cafe Torpedo.
Kamppi is probably Helsinki's most popular neighborhood. From restaurants to rooftops, karaoke bars to clubs, shopping to museums, this is where it's at. Only a few metro stops away!
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Kamppi
Kamppi is probably Helsinki's most popular neighborhood. From restaurants to rooftops, karaoke bars to clubs, shopping to museums, this is where it's at. Only a few metro stops away!
Sightseeing
Even if you're not into reading, walking around this insanely cool library is a must.
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Oodi Central Library
4 TöölönlahdenkatuEven if you're not into reading, walking around this insanely cool library is a must.
The face and center of Helsinki. Enjoy a picnic or a little photo shoot on the steps out front.
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Dom von Helsinki
29 UnioninkatuThe face and center of Helsinki. Enjoy a picnic or a little photo shoot on the steps out front.
You can't come to Helsinki without visiting this place! Located right next to the sea, you can catch a ride on the ferris wheel for great views of the city, or take a dip into the heated or fresh water pools.
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Allas Meerpool
2a KatajanokanlaituriYou can't come to Helsinki without visiting this place! Located right next to the sea, you can catch a ride on the ferris wheel for great views of the city, or take a dip into the heated or fresh water pools.
Löyly Helsinki
4 HernesaarenrantaBook a time slot for an unforgettable sauna experience.
Suomenlinna is an 18th-century sea fortress and nature area with centuries-old artillery and defensive walls, spread across 6 linked islands. Walking trails cross parkland between popular sights like the King’s Gate drawbridge and Suomenlinna Museum, which recounts military and maritime history. Submarine Vesikko lets visitors explore a restored 1930s vessel. There's also a brewery and several waterside restaurants.
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Sveaborg
Suomenlinna is an 18th-century sea fortress and nature area with centuries-old artillery and defensive walls, spread across 6 linked islands. Walking trails cross parkland between popular sights like the King’s Gate drawbridge and Suomenlinna Museum, which recounts military and maritime history. Submarine Vesikko lets visitors explore a restored 1930s vessel. There's also a brewery and several waterside restaurants.
City/town information
Take the train to Porvoo if you have time. It's a cute little town full of shops just outside of Helsinki.
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Porvoo
Take the train to Porvoo if you have time. It's a cute little town full of shops just outside of Helsinki.
Tallinn, Estonia. This is without a doubt, one of Europes most underrated cities. It is also one of the best preserved Medieval towns in all of Europe. Best part is, it is only a two hour ferry ride from Helsinki, so it could easily be a day trip! We recommend taking the Tallink ferry. HOT TIP: Download the Tallink app for tickets.
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Tallinn
Tallinn, Estonia. This is without a doubt, one of Europes most underrated cities. It is also one of the best preserved Medieval towns in all of Europe. Best part is, it is only a two hour ferry ride from Helsinki, so it could easily be a day trip! We recommend taking the Tallink ferry. HOT TIP: Download the Tallink app for tickets.