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Tip-based Free Walking Tour of Helsinki - RED UMBRELLA TOURS

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DISCOVER HELSINKI on our FREE TO JOIN walking tour Multiple tours every day - check our booking times RUNNING SINCE 2017, this 2.5 hour shared group tour is the best introduction to this mysterious Nordic city of Helsinki. We will take you on a tour of the best places here, and show you a few out of the way places too - places that only locals know. Along the way, we will tell you about modern Helsinki and how our society functions - and our Architecture, Design, Culture, and the history of Finland. We will also give insider tips on where to visit after the tour, including the best places to eat, drink and visit - so that you can best optimize your stay. You are welcome to ask questions throughout the tour. The 3 euros that you pay are covering the platforms booking fee. Please show your appreciation through voluntary tips to the guide at the end of the tour - in Euros or by card. These tips help us to continue offering Free Tours in future. BOOK YOUR PLACE and see you soon!
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Departure Point

Hallituskatu 7, 00170 Helsinki, Finland 2024 Tours: The meeting place will be the Alexander II Statue, Senate Square. Just look for the Red Umbrella!

Return Details

Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 00100 Helsinki, Finland The tour ends outside our most modern and beautiful Library, Oodi Library.

  • Senate Square, Helsinki, Finland
    The statue of Tsar Alexander the 2nd in the center of the Senate Square, marks the start point of the tour. This is the most historical part of Helsinki, and some say the most beautiful - with it's Russian Neoclassic architecture. Here we can see the Helsinki Cathedral, the University of Helsinki, and a great viewpoint of the Senate Square for photos.
    15 minutes
  • Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki, Finland
    Following our visit to the Senate Square, our next stop is the White Helsinki Cathedral. Perhaps one of the most impressive buildings in Helsinki, it is also the most visited building. We will allow a little time to visit inside (providing there are no services or weddings), and we will allow time to take photos of this building so you have a souvenir to take home.
    15 minutes
  • The National Library of Finland, Helsinki, Finland
    National Library of Finland is nestled in the very heart of the Senate Square, and has an impressive interior. This treasure trove of knowledge and culture, houses manuscripts, rare books and exhibitions. We will allow time to visit inside, if the groups aren't too big, and if the library is open (on week days). Otherwise we have photos of the magnificent interior to show you!
    10 minutes
  • Snellmaninaukio, 00101 Helsinki, Finland
    Our next stop is the Bank of Finland - where all central monetary deposits in Finland are held. From here, we have a connection that links us to World War 2, where we will discuss Finlands relationship with its military neighbours, friends and adversaries - both old and new.
    15 minutes
  • Pohjoisranta 1, 00170 Helsinki, Finland
    Our next stop is the magnificent Relandersgrund Boat. This stop is more than just a boat, it has important historic connections to Helsinki's past. Great photo stop with views of Uspenski Cathedral, so get your cameras ready!
    5 minutes
  • Katajanokka, Helsinki, Finland
    One of the most beautiful hidden districts of Helsinki, Katajonokka is the home of Art Nouveau buildings, in true Finnish National Romantic style. In fact, here we have the 2nd largest collection of Art Nouveau Buildings in Europe (after Riga in Latvia)
    15 minutes
  • Kauppatori, Helsinki, Finland
    This Sauna stop has a great view of Kauppatori market stalls, our most central Sauna, and you can also take the boat to Suomenlinna from here. Follow our guides recommendations on places to visit after the tour.
    10 minutes
  • Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), Helsinki, Finland
    Completed in 1868, the grand Uspenski cathedral towers over Helsinki with it's beautiful golden domes, and ornate interior. (subject to opening times) we will visit the cathedral, and take you inside to see what this beautiful architecture has to offer.
    15 minutes
  • The Esplanadi Park, Helsinki, Finland
    Our next stop takes us through Esplanadi park - also known as the "living room of Helsinki". This park is at its best in the summer where you will find locals sitting and enjoying the sun, but even outside of summer we can show you some great cafe recommendations, and also give advice on where to see some of the best Finnish Design.
    10 minutes
  • Rautatientori, Helsinki, Finland
    From here will see the Central Railway Station - the place where you can take international trains around Finland, and the very heart of Helsinki. We can also take a stop next to the Ateneum National Art Gallery, which has beautiful Neoclassical Architecture.
    10 minutes
  • Oodi Central Library, Helsinki, Finland
    Our final and End Point of the tour will show you several buildings, one of which we can go inside. We won't tell you what this building is yet, as it is a surprise! This district houses our Modern Architecture, which started from the early 1990s, through to 2017. The end point of the tour has a very special Library, "Oodi", which is the perfect place to visit immediately after the tour. You will find here a cafe, toilets, and lots of fun things to explore.
    15 minutes
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note that a moderate level of fitness is required for walking tours - as there are steps to climb, and cobble stone sidewalks. We will be on our feet for around 2-2.5 hours in total.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
William F
03 Mar 2023
Osmo gave an excellent tour of the central sights of Helsinki with lots of insights into Finnish culture Thank you Would definitely recommend
jonotennis
20 Feb 2023
Osmo was a fantastically friendly & informative guide. Myself and friend learnt so much about Helsinki and the Finnish culture. Highly recommended.
220lianaf
11 Jan 2023
We booked the free tour with more than 1 month in advance. Today we were at the Havis Amanda Statue prior to the 11 am. We searched for the red umbrella, talked to the guide from a touristic red bus, waited in the statue. Nobody appeared. It is winter, but we were there. Disrespectful. I don’t recommend. The service is not reliable. Very bad!
This tour in Helsinki is organized by Red Umbrella Tours Helsinki

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