- Senate Square - Senate Square (Senaatintori) was the modern city center’s most central square during the era of Grand Duchy. The Lutheran Cathedral is located here along with Czar Alexander II’s statue, University’s main building and the former Senate House, now Palace of Government. All of them erected in 19th century.
- Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali) - This is the largest Orthodox church building in Nordic Countries and over 150 years old.
- Stockmann Helsingin keskusta - You will drive along the main street of Helsinki - Mannerheimintie - and see some of the most important buildings in the city.
- Olympic Stadium (Olympiastadion) - The Olympic Stadium was built originally for summer olympic games of 1940, which had to be postponed until 1952 and for these the stadium was extended. Near the stadium there are also two statues for famous Finnish long distance runners Paavo Nurmi and Lasse Virén. (No visit inside the stadium will be made, this is merely a photo stop)
- Sibelius Monument - The monument erected in late 1960s to commemorate Finnish composer Jean Sibelius was sculpted by Eila Hiltunen. This is a classic piece of abstract art even though there is also a facial relief of the composer.
- Temppeliaukio Church - You will see the most amazing modernist Lutheran church building from inside if opening hours permit.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick-up from cruise port
- Guiding in English
- Lunch
Looking for a well-organized Helsinki Highlights shore excursion to soak in the culture and historical importance of this stunning Finnish capital city? If yes, then our guided Helsinki sightseeing with deluxe van and local professional guide is worth considering. This complete Helsinki tour designed to start from Helsinki cruise terminal and after the tour drop you back to cruise. We will visit together city highlights, have photo breaks and share information about them. Also we will do some interior visits to some of them. Sufficient time will arrange by your guide to local markets and shopping. If any of our guest like to stay in markets longer, have lunch or enjoy the atmosphere, it is possible since the tour terminates at market area.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
