Helsinki

Begin your acquaintance with the capital of Finland at the Central Station. Nearby, you'll find the Opera House, Parliament, and the Botanical Garden. Admire the futuristic façades of the Oodi Library and the underground exhibition complex Amos Rex. Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art and Ateneum. Take note of the wooden Kampin kappeli - a space created for quiet contemplation.

Stroll through the streets of the historic center to the Cathedral, Senate Square, and the University. By the harbor, you'll find the Town Hall, Kauppatori market square, and the Old Market Hall. Cruises through the archipelago depart from the docks: Helsinki encompasses 300 islands. You can enjoy views of the harbor and central Helsinki from the Ferris wheel.

Enjoy shopping in the Design District, where 200 stores sell products from renowned Finnish brands. A pedestrian trail to Observatory Hill Tähtitorninvuori begins near the Olimpia pier. A bunker carved into the rock under the parking lot is part of the country's nuclear defense system. Experience Finnish sauna culture at the Löyly complex (with seaside bathing areas). Huvilakatu street is a popular spot for photo sessions.

Take a ferry to the island of Suomenlinna, home to a sea fortress with stone bastions (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). The island features numerous walking trails and picnic areas.

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