Things to Do in Helsinki - Helsinki travel guide - Go Guides

One of the top things to do in Helsinki is to visit its central avenue filled with national institutions, ornate architecture, quaint neighbourhoods, museums, shopping and dining. Whether you're shopping the outdoor covered market in Market Square to find fresh food and local arts and crafts, exploring the historic Suomenlinna Sea Fortress or relaxing in Kaivopuisto Park, you're sure to find adventure and relaxation to recharge and take memories home.

The city, situated on the Gulf of Finland, is full of architectural wonders, including the Oodi Helsinki Central Library, Amos Rex and the Helsinki Olympic Stadium. The Helsinki Cathedral is a grand building filled with historic artwork. The city offers many museums and galleries, including the National Museum, the Akusmata Sound Art Gallery and the Akvart Galleria, to give you all the culture you crave.

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