Top Helsinki Historical Tours

Hop aboard an electric, eco-friendly tuktuk to experience Helsinki. Designed for small private groups of up to four persons, this guided tour offers a fun way to see the city's attractions including Helsinki Cathedral, the Oodi Central Library, and the Katajanokka neighborhood. This short tour works well for cruise ship passengers who are short on time.

Admire Helsinki and her islands from the water on a relaxing 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise. Hop aboard a comfortable sightseeing boat, settle on deck or inside the cozy cabin, and absorb the key sights of Helsinki’s shorelines and surrounding archipelagos of beautiful islands. Cruise by top Helsinki attractions such as the mighty UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress; see Finland’s fleet of gigantic icebreaker ships; sail into the scenic Degerö Canal, and hear all about Helsinki’s eventful past from the informative onboard commentary. Free WiFi is available on-board for your comfort.

Discover picturesque Tallinn, Estonia’s capital, on a private day trip from Helsinki by ferry. After hotel pickup, cruise across the Gulf of Finland to Estonia in a comfortable ferry. Then, set off on an afternoon tour of this lovely city by foot and air-conditioned transport. View top Tallinn sights including the cobbled Old Town, Toompea Hill, and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral as you hear about the city’s history and culture. Afterward, (depending on timings), enjoy time at leisure before your return ferry trip.

Making your own day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki means organizing ferries and transport in Estonia’s capital, and doing your own homework on the sights. This small-group day trip covers everything: return ferries, guided touring, plus round-trip port transfers at both ends. See Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and more as a guide shares their history, and enjoy free time to stroll and shop before sailing back to Helsinki.

This tour is suitable for people interested in the history of Finland. In this tour we made a sightseeing tour of Helsinki and a trip to the ancient city of Porvoo. You will see a lot of beautiful things and learn a lot of interesting things about Finland!

Get a fresh perspective on Helsinki on this quirky small-group tour, led by a city planner. Discover bizarre traditions, such as picnicking on graves, famous Finns, such as architect Alvar Aalto, and curios, such as a church built inside a giant granite rock, a statue that seagulls hate, and a 19th-century Bohemian hangout. Leave with an understanding of the city that you won’t get from guidebooks or everyday organized tours.

Estonia’s capital, Tallinn, lies across the Gulf of Finland from Helsinki: an easy day trip by ferry for those keen to experience its medieval charms. Book this return trip in advance to secure your preferred crossing and save transport worries on the ground. Then, cruise across the Gulf, and enjoy four or seven hours (depending on selected departure) to explore independently, perhaps delving into Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, and enjoying the museums, shops, and restaurants.

Experience the rich culinary culture of Helsinki during an appetizing 2-hour small-group food walking tour of the vibrant Finnish capital. With an expert gastronome guide, discover hidden foodie hotspots and sample a selection of local delicacies. Gain valuable insight into the culinary traditions and history of Helsinki and stroll past prominent landmarks like the Park Esplanadi and Bulevardi Street as you explore the spectacular city.

Combine a city tour of Helsinki with a ferry journey to Suomenlinna Island on this half-day excursion. Listen to guided commentary while exploring the highlights of Helsinki such as Esplanade Park and the Sibelius Monument. Hop a ferry to Suomenlinna for a walking tour including the Jetty barracks, the Suomenlinna Church, and Kings Gate.

Explore Helsinki at your own pace and save money as you sightsee with the great-value Helsinki Card or Helsinki Card Region. Buy a 24-, 48- or 72-hour card and simply show your card to enjoy free public transport around the city (and in the whole metropolitan area with Helsinki Card Region), plus complimentary admission to many of top Helsinki museums and attractions, including Suomenlinna Sea Fortress or Amos Rex. Add a free audio city tour (limited timetable), a digital guidebook, plus valuable savings on tours, meals and other experiences, and it’s an excellent way to make the most of Helsinki.

Without a car, sightseeing in the Finnish countryside can pose a challenge. This shore excursion from Helsinki takes care of transportation from your cruise port, through picturesque rural areas, and back again, stopping at top sights such as the 1952 Olympic Stadium, the historic town of Porvoo, and the Rock Church along the way.

Get the most out of your time in Helsinki by combining a city sightseeing tour with a ferry ride and a walking tour of Suomenlinna Island. You’ll save hours researching and planning your itinerary by having everything organized for you. After a harbor pickup, a guide will show you many of Helsinki’s top sights including Esplanade Park, and Market Square. You’ll then take a ferry to the UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Island, where you’ll see its main attractions including King’s Gate.

Get to know Helsinki on a private walking tour with a guide to give background and context you might miss if alone. Stroll around squares, churches, architecture, and parks; and gain insight into Finnish life and culture as your guide shares tales you’d probably never hear by yourself. Plus, enjoy flexibility with your departure time: helping you to match your tour to your vacation schedule.

Leave the cumbersome guidebook behind and enjoy a personalized sightseeing experience on this private city tour of Helsinki, led by a professional city planner. Benefit from your guide’s expert knowledge as you take in major sights such as Temppeliaukion Church, Uspenski Cathedral, and Senate Square, and uncover hidden gems you’d be unlikely to find on your own.

Porvoo is the second oldest city in Finland. The town is famed for its "Old Town", a dense medieval street pattern with wooden houses. It is the town of Johan Ludvig Runeberg and Albert Edelfelt.

My purpose on this tour is to share my passion for Helsinki, the capital of the country that consumes most coffee, which has a world-famous education model and crazy popular karaoke scene. I will be happy to answer your questions about our way of life and cultural habits. I was born and raised here, and I want you to get a real feeling of Helsinki, not just the touristic one. You'll learn about Finland's politics, past and present. We'll also discuss the Finnish language, is it really that difficult to learn? On Market Square, we'll talk about Finnish gastronomy and see the largest Orthodox Cathedral in Northern Europe. By the end, we'll see the award-winning library Oodi. You'll get to feel the unique Helsinki state of mind and get a clear idea of our quite peculiar culture. Why is a sauna so important for us? What is the "Unicorn Block" of Helsinki? Why is there a statue of a Russian Czar in the most famous square of Helsinki? Let's discover how unique Helsinki really is!

Hop aboard an electric, eco-friendly tuktuk to experience Helsinki. Designed for small private groups of up to four persons, this guided tour offers a fun way to see the city's attractions including Helsinki Cathedral, the Oodi Central Library, and the Katajanokka neighborhood. This short tour works well for cruise ship passengers who are short on time.

In this tour, you'll discover and learn about Helsinki’s landmarks, as well as the history and culture of Finland. Sauna, lakes, islands, berries, nature, silence and wilderness means the world for Finnish people, why?...in this small-group walking tour, you'll find out why it is so important. Are you curious about how is to live in a country where the sun does not set at all in the summer, and in the wintertime, we don't get sunlight? I'll tell you how we can enjoy extreme conditions. Do you want to taste some Finnish flavors? You got it!.. after our tour is done you'll have the chance to get a little taste of Finland by its unique candies, and you'll see why they are so particular. Also, I'll give you the best tips for the rest of your stay in Helsinki, places to visit that probably you don't know that exist in the city, and if you want to do outdoors activities I'll give you the best options not far from the city. * 2 traveler's minimum per tour.

Get a comprehensive overview of historic Porvoo during this 4-hour tour from Helsinki. Explore the town, a bustling shipping port during the 14th century, home to colorful wooden houses along the waterways. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Helsinki included.

One of the best ways to learn the ins and outs of a new place is to take a tour with a local expert. On this tour of Helsinki you’ll be guided by a city planner, who knows an incredible amount about the city. Visit the must-see and some lesser-known attractions, and learn the culture and history behind them. You’ll learn much more than you could if sightseeing independently.

If you have time between flights, don’t waste it at the airport, grab the tour. By the private car, we will pick you up from Helsinki (Vantaa) Airport and return you back after the tour, according to your flights. We will visit Senate Square, Railway Station square, Aleksander street, Church of Silence, Oodi library, Cathedrals and more. Your guide will be happy to answer any questions you have.

Fitting in all of Helsinki’s top attractions can be difficult, especially for visitors with limited time. Spend a day touring the city with a local guide, and gain insight into the Finnish capital’s history and culture while visiting landmarks including Senate Square, Temppeliaukio Church, and Esplanadi Park. Explore the city like a local onboard public transportation, and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees and tram fare included in the price.

Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Helsinki Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour • It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and location; skip the content that doesn't interest you, and listen longer to content that does interest you. • Not necessary to download any location tracking apps. Audio guide can be listened online (or) offline. •Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one you’re most comfortable with. • It is one of the best options with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide. •If you have any questions about any attractions. No worries, we will answer in your language instantly by message.

Hop onboard the 100% electric and environmentally friendly TukTuk to see and experience Helsinki. You will be in a small group on 1-4 persons, and all tours are booked only for you and your group, so that we can really provide a personal service. You will have a licensed guide with you all the time. The guiding will be done by using the audio guiding system so you won't miss a thing around you. Welcome enjoy our beautiful city on this fun and informative tour!

Helsinki trams are iconic! One of the oldest tram systems in the world that dates back to 1891. In the city centre areas, trams are the first choice of the locals when it comes to public transportation. This is also the city where things simply work, and public transportation is no exception. It works flawlessly and ranks among the best, not just in Europe but in the world. Join this tour to experience the various parts of this beautiful city and enjoy it like a local by using the famous tram system. Explore Helsinki with local transport to get an easy-going authentic experience and discover hidden locations that you may not find in standard tour itineraries; amazing secret parks, beaches, beautiful cafes, flea markets, great views and needless to say impressive architecture. You will also keep your day ticket for public transportation which is valid for 24 hours.