Overview of Helsinki

Overview of Helsinki

Finland’s capital, surrounded by its archipelago of small islands, offers quite striking architecture with various monuments (including the UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna fortress) and several museums. It is also a gateway to the country for arrivals by ferry (Poland, Estonia).

Key facts

• Type of place: main city.

• Tourist interest: ★★★ (recommended).

• Location:

• Latitude/longitude:

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : 13642.

• Population: 642,045 inhabitants (2017).

• Area: 213.75 km².

• Density:

• Altitude: sea level.

Tourism

Travel essentials

• Tourist interest: ★★★ (recommended).

• By air:

• Daily backpacker budget:

• Best for accommodation:

• Best for getting around:

• Best time for climate/crowds/prices:

• Website: https://www.myhelsinki.fi/en

Further information