Helsinki, Finland Cruises

Helsinki, Finland Cruise Port

You’ll be cruising to Helsinki during the bright summer months, where you won’t be saying, “Why am I only seeing tourists?” because you’ll be seeing the locals. Since Helsinki’s winters are so cold and dark, summertime is a chance for the locals to get out. These are happy quirky people, known for a modern style with a touch of whimsy. If you have time, you’ll definitely want to devote an hour or so just to people watching – it goes great with an al fresco lunch. Listed below are some of our most highly recommended experiences for Helsinki, Finland:

• Learn about Finland and her ties to Russia at the National Museum of Finland. Here you’ll get a great history lesson.
   
• Head to Market Square where you’ll be able to shop for knick knacks and locally produced goods. This is also a great people watching spot.
   
• The Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and the Design Museum offer a perspective on the local aesthetic. Visit these museums to view some mind-bending buildings and art.
   
• Head to Korkeasaari to visit Helsinki’s zoo. There are a plethora of interesting animals and water buses leave from Market Square every 30 minutes.