Helsinki in Nutshell: Suomenlinna & City Highlights by Eco-Friendly Ways
Overview
Sustainability is a key issue nowadays, and Helsinki, the model city of sustainable development, encourages environmentally-friendly lifestyle and embeds ecological thinking strongly in everyday life.
In this tour, you will experience this eco-thinking lifestyle by exploring this city and its sea fortress, Suomenlinna, with eco-friendly ways of transportations, including the city tram, ferry, and walk.
Starts from meeting-up you in the Central Railway Station, your guide will take you to the most must-not-miss popular spots of Helsinki.
After a lunch break, you will continue the tour by a ferry to Suomenlinna, listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the world's largest sea fortresses that sprawls across a series of six small islands.
This tour will end up at Helsinki Market Square, and you may continue the journey of city exploration on your own.
Kindly Note: Sightseeing spots will be arranged according to the seasons and opening hours of each spot.
What's Included
- HSL ticket fare
- Helsinki highlight city tour by tram
- Round-trip ferry & guided tour in Suomenlinna
- English-speaking guide
- Food and drinks
- Any personal expense
Meeting Location
Kaivokatu 1
00100 Helsinki, Finland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Eteläranta
00170 Helsinki, Finland
The tour will end up at Helsinki Market Square, after returning from Suomenlinna
What To Expect
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Helsinki Central Railway Station
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Olympic Stadium (Olympiastadion)
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sibelius Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Helsinki Cathedral
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Uspenski Cathedral
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Esplanadi Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Havis Amanda
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Market Hall
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sea Fortress Suomenlinna
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Suomenlinna Church (Suomenlinnan kirkko) (pass by)
Kauppatori
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Helsinki in Nutshell: Suomenlinna & City Highlights by Eco-Friendly Ways?
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Activity code: C-46188P31
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- HSL ticket fare.
- Helsinki highlight city tour by tram.
- Round-trip ferry & guided tour in Suomenlinna.
- English-speaking guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Any personal expense.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Helsinki in Nutshell: Suomenlinna & City Highlights by Eco-Friendly Ways is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Helsinki in Nutshell: Suomenlinna & City Highlights by Eco-Friendly Ways will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- HSL ticket fare
- Helsinki highlight city tour by tram
- Round-trip ferry & guided tour in Suomenlinna
- English-speaking guide
- Food and drinks
- Any personal expense
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
