local gems

Local gems in Helsinki

Helsinki rewards those who look beyond the obvious. The Aleksanterinkatu is a lively street for an unhurried walk, while Esplanadi park and Kaisaniemi Park offer calm green spaces in the city centre. The bronze figure Havis Amanda stands quietly by the waterfront, and Hietaniemi cemetery makes for a thoughtful afternoon stroll. Hakaniemi Market Hall reflects everyday Helsinki life through local food and craft. The Kamppi Chapel provides a rare pocket of silence amid busy surroundings. Add the Helsinki Music Centre, Kallio Church, and the offshore lighthouse Harmaja, and a more personal side of the city comes into view.

23 places · Helsinki, Finland · Editorially curated