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ENGLISH Welcomes Cruise Visitors Vibrant and urban Helsinki is a unique and diverse city, where traditional Eastern exotica meets contemporary Scandinavian style. Helsinki is also a youthful and relaxed city where cosmopoli- tan lifestyle exists in perfect harmony with nature. This second-most northern capital city in the world is full of unique experiences and friendly people who speak good English. Finland’s capital offers lots to see, do and experience for cruise visitors of all ages. Most sights and attractions are within walking distance and getting around is easy. MAP & DISCOUNTS INCLUDED MUST SEE ATTRACTIONS Temppeliaukio Church Museum of Contemporary Quarried out of the natural bed- Art, Kiasma The Helsinki Cathedral and rock, Temppeliaukio Church is one Kiasma presents three major new the Senate Square of Helsinki’s most popular tourist exhibitions every year alongside The beautiful and historically signif- attractions. numerous smaller projects. The icant Helsinki Cathedral is for many programme includes exhibitions of the symbol of Helsinki. The Senate Finnish and international art and Square and its surroundings form thematic group exhibitions. a unique and cohesive example of Neoclassical architecture. Uspenski cathedral Completed in 1868 in the Kataja- nokka district of Helsinki, Uspenski is the largest Orthodox cathedral in The National Museum of Finland Olympic Stadium & Stadium Tower Western Europe. The redbrick edi- The museum’s main exhibitions The Olympic Stadium is one of the ½FHFRPELQHV(DVWHUQDQG:HVWHUQ present Finnish life from prehis- most famous landmarks in Helsin- LQ¾XHQFHV toric times to the present. ki. The stadium tower is 72 metres high and offers a spectacular view over Helsinki. MARITIME ATTRACTIONS Suomenlinna The Sibelius Monument Suomenlinna is one of the world’s The monument of the world fa- largest historical maritime for- mous Finnish composer Jean Si- tresses and a UNESCO World Her- belius (1865-1957) can be found itage Site. With its museums, res- in the Sibelius Park. taurants and events, the islands of Suomenlinna offer a unique experience for visitors of all ages throughout the year. TOP MUSEUMS Ateneum Art Museum Lonna Island is an island located Ateneum is the most popular between the Market Square and museum in Finland. The collec- Suomenlinna and is a nice place tions include Finnish art, such as for a picnic or a cup of coffee in a many national treasures, as well as cosy café. In the summertime the Western art. L-ferries to Suomenlinna stop at the island. Seurasaari CULINARY MUST TASTE SHOPPING Seurasaari is a popular museum is- Market Halls Tori Quarter - Torikorttelit land. The wooden buildings at the Helsinki’s market halls sell tradi- The Tori Quarter between the Mar- Open-Air Museum represent Finn- tional delicacies and local spe- ket Square and the Senate Square ish building traditions from the cialties. They offer a great way to dates back to the 1700s. Handi- 18th to the 20th centuries. discover local food culture and the crafts, Finnish design brands, eco traditional way of shopping. design and much more. • Old Market Hall • Hakaniemi Market Hall • Hietalahti Market Hall DESIGN Esplanade The Design District The leading Finnish design brands The Design District is a home to and the most stylish international around 200 designer shops, inte- EUDQGV KDYH WKHLU ¾DJVKLS VWRUHV rior decorating studios, antique DORQJ WKH (VSODQDGH <RXµOO ½QG dealers, clothing and jewellery Cafés top Finnish brands, such as Ma- boutiques, galleries, museums and Did you know that Finns drink rimekko, Iittala, Arabia and Artek. restaurants. more coffee per person than any- where else in the world? It’s no surprise then that cosy cafés can be found on nearly every street corner. And nearly all of them have wireless networks. Aleksanterinkatu The main shopping street offers The Design Museum good shopping opportunities. Here The Design District is also home to \RXFDQ½QG6WRFNPDQQWKHELJ- the Design Museum, which hosts gest department store in Scandi- exhibitions on the history of Finn- navia. ish design and current trends. The Market Square Helsinki’s most international and famous market sells handicrafts and souvenirs. Have a cup of cof- fee and taste local delicacies! Kamppi chapel $½QHH[DPSOHRI)LQQLVKZRRGHQ architecture, this futuristic chapel is a place for quiet meditation amidst the hustle and bustle of the city centre. TOP ATTRACTIONS ON THE MAP i Tourist Information CRUISE SHIP QUAYS 1. The Senate Square and 10. Museum of Finnish 18. Kunsthalle Helsinki 3C 1. Hernesaari B Quay (LHB) 2G the Cathedral 5D Architecture 5E 19. Olympic Stadium 3A 2. Hernesaari C Quay (LHC) 2H 2. The Market Square and 11. Kamppi Chapel of Silence 4D 20. Linnanmäki Amusement Park 4A 3. Melkki Quay (LMA) 1H Sightseeing cruises 5D 12. Ateneum Art Museum 4D 21. Sibelius Monument 2A 4. Katajanokka Cruise Quay 3. Tori Quarters 5D 13. Helsinki Music Center 3C 22. Seurasaari Island 1A (ERA&ERB) 7E 4. The Esplanade Park 5D 14. Museum of Contemporary Art 23. The Abattoir, “Teurastamo” 6A 5. Katajanokka Quay (EKL) 6E 5. Suomenlinna Sea Fortress 8H Kiasma 4C 24. Kankurin Tupa 1-2H, 4H 6. Pakkahuone Quay (EPL) 5E 6. Uspenski Cathedral 6D 15. The National Museum of 25. Best Western Premier 7. Olympic Quay (E01) 6E-F 7. Stockmann Department Finland 3C Katajanokka 7E Store and Hard Rock Café 16. Finnish Museum of 26. Angry Birds Shop 3D Helsinki 4D Natural History 3C 27. Galerie Forsblom 4D 8. Helsinki Design District 4E 17. The Temppeliaukio 28. Finnish Nature Center Haltia 1A 9. Design Museum 4E “Rock” Church 2-3C 29. Icebreakers 7D RECOMMENDED WALKING ROUTES From HERNESAARI QUAYS to Shopping route (ca 3,1 km; 1,8 miles) From MELKKI QUAY (LMA) to the city centre DESIGN the city centre (LHC and LHB) is the quickest route to city centre. Shopping route (ca 3,1 km; 1,8 miles) is the SHOPPING Design route (ca 3,2 km; 1,8 Attractions: Hietalahti Market Hall, quickest route to the city centre. Attractions: SEASIDE miles): Walk through the Design several shopping opportunities on Hietalahti Market Hall, several shopping op- 'LVWULFWDQG½QGGHVLJQFDIpV Bulevardi. portunities on Bulevardi. boutiques and shops on your way Seaside route (ca 5,2 km; 3 miles ): Seaside route (ca 6,2 km; 3,7 miles ): Experi- to the city centre. Attractions: Experience Helsinki’s unique Kaivopu- ence Helsinki’s unique Kaivopuisto park and Design Museum and Museum of LVWR3DUNDQG½QGVHYHUDOFDIpV ½QGVHYHUDOFDIpV$WWUDFWLRQV.DLYRSXLVWR Finnish Architecture Attractions: Kaivopuisto Park, Market Park, Market Square, Esplanade Park Square, Esplanade Park 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 22 28 19 20 23 A 21 B 15 13 C 17 18 14 16 1 12 11 29 26 D 7 3 24 i 6 4 27 2 25 5 4 9 10 6 E 8 7 F G i 1 3 24 i H 2 24 5 ***Helsinki Cruise Network Recommends ***Helsinki Cruise Network Recommends*** © Voitto Niemelä © Voitto BEST WESTERN PREMIER THE FINNISH NATURE LINNANMÄKI AMUSEMENT Hotel KatajanokkaIXO½OOVWKHH[- CENTRE HALTIA PARK - THE MOST FUN PART pectations of travelers looking for a unique experience. Inside the old Haltia is an impressive modern OF HELSINKI brick walls, a fascinating world of exhibition and event centre on the A day out at Linnanmäki is full of new contrasts opens up - a modern ho- fringes of Nuuksio National Park. tel built in a historic prison setting. experiences, shared fun and excite- The wooden ecologically designed Restaurant Jailbird in the ground ment. The amusement park games, ¾RRULVDUHOD[HGDQGFRV\UHVWDXUDQW building fascinates with its enthrall- SEA LIFE and diverse programme serving a la carte and special menus. ing visualization on the Finnish Na- ensure that there’s fun for the whole The terrace and park are open in the ture from the Baltic archipelagoes family, even between rides. Quality summertime. Visit also the old cells. to the fells of Arctic Lapland. There restaurant services, the Panorama Only a stone’s throw from the Senate are restaurant services with delica- tower (free entry) and irresistible Square and it is on your way if your cies of Finnish cuisine in Haltia and amusement park atmosphere make ship is docked at Katajanokka Pier. a daily bus connection from Helsinki Linnanmäki a great place to visit for in summer. Haltia is located only 40 friends, couples and tourists. BEST WESTERN PREMIER min from the city centre. Hotel Katajanokka Welcome to Linnanmäki! Free entrance Merikasarminkatu 1 www.haltia.com to the park and to 11 rides for small ZZZEZNDWDMDQRNND½ children. ZZZOLQQDQPDNL½HQ GALERIE FORSBLOM VISIT LOHJA AND DNA PREPAID CARDS Galerie Forsblom is one of the lead- TYTYRI MINE MUSEUM ing galleries in Northern Europe. Buy data package and surf the web In Lohja you may visit in exotic and Through 20 exhibitions per year, without roaming fees! Get DNA amazing Tytyri Mine Museum - 110 Galerie Forsblom alternates impor- Prepaid Cards for 7,90€ or DNA underground! You will see a true min- tant shows by major international Dataprepaid 1Gt for 9,90€ from the ing atmosphere in the cool and damp contemporary artists and Finnish tal- Tourist Informations: tunnels of the mine. A light installa- HQWV°FRQ½UPHGRUHPHUJLQJ7KH tion at the edge of an underground Melkki Cruise Quay gallery moved in 2011 to a major pit, 100 metres deep and wide, will (Tyynenmerenkatu 8), new gallery space in central Helsinki, make your 2 hour experience at Tytyri open when cruise ship arrives designed by Gluckman Mayner complete. It’s about 50 minutes drive Architects, New York. Hernesaari Cruise Quay from Helsinki to Lohja. (Hernematalankatu 6), Lönnrotinkatu 5 / Yrjönkatu 22 open when cruise ship arrives Tue-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 11am-4pm, Guided tours daily during June 22nd Sun 12-4pm, Mon closed - August 10th, 12noon and 2pm.