Arriving to town 

…by plane

The Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 20 km from the city center. To reach downtown Helsinki, you’ve got three good options.

A taxi from the airport to the hotels in the centre will cost around 45 euros. A Finnair city bus or public transport bus number 615, both costing under 7 euros, will ultimately take you to the Railway Station – but if you’re staying at Cumulus Hakaniemi, you can actually hop off just at the doorstep of your hotel at Hakaniemi.

On the easy side, there’s also the newly opened Airport train service that actually is a circle line. So no matter how tired or disoriented you are after your flight, just look for a train and hop in, and it’s guaranteed to take you to town for a 5,5 euro ticket you can buy from the ticket sales carriage.

…by ferry

For a fan of the Baltics and Scandinavia, here are some good news. There are daily ferry services to Helsinki both from Estonia and Sweden. See Tallink Silja Line, Viking Line or Eckerö Line for alternatives.

From Länsisatama port, trams number 6T and 9 will take you to the Railway Station. From Katajanokka Terminal, take tram number 4, and Olympia Terminal, tram number 2 to centre.

…by train

Helsinki Central Railway Station is the last stop to any train coming south from anywhere in Finland. And also right in the center of Helsinki. So no hustle here, if you’re planning a little Tour de Finland before joining us at EARS – just sit back and enjoy the ride. For time tables and routes, see VR.

Getting around 

The city center is conveniently compact, so you can basically walk anywhere. To fulfill needs for small-scale adventure, you can also have a go with the praised city bikes, released on the streets just this summer!

Trams are also a convenient way of getting around, and there are a couple good routes for easy sightseeing, too. Hop on tram number 2 or 3 and sit back for an hour or so of views on the city!

Finnish 101

Hello – Moi
Thank you – Kiitos
See you – Nähdään
Cheer – Kippis
Where can I find a sauna? – Mistä löydän saunan?

Photo: Flickr Creative Commons Mariano Mantel/ CC BY-NC 2.0

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For location: Cumulus Hakaniemi

The convenient Cumulus Hakaniemi is located just 1 km from the city center and next to the trendy Kallio neighbourhood. For an easy walk to town, excellent public transport to the airport and the city, and easy access to Modern Sky Festival Helsinki venue Ääniwalli, this is definitely a good pick!

Cumulus Hakaniemi
Siltasaarenkatu 14, Helsinki

For class: Hotel Helka

Packed with Alvar Aalto and Artek design classics, the Helka Hotel housed in a 1920s building is an easy going classic at its best. Located right in the center of Helsinki, Helka is close to everything: main attractions, city buzz, culture, parks and museums.

Hotel Helka
Pohjoinen Rautatiekatu 23, Helsinki

 For a little extra: Klaus K

For an uniquely Finnish experience, have a go with Klaus K. A member of Design Hotels, Klaus K is inspired by Finland’s national epic Kalevala and its nature but definitely not in the most traditional way. Next to it’s modern feel and excellent kitchen, Klaus K also serves great scenery over the city rooftops.

Klaus K
Bulevardi 2-4

For tradition: Seurahuone 

Hotel Seurahuone Helsinki is a high class, tasteful hotel in the heart of Helsinki. Historically over 180 years old Seurahuone is one of the most traditional hotels in Finland.

Hotel Seurahuone Helsinki
Kaivokatu 12, Helsinki

For trendy vibes: Lilla Roberts

The trendy, boutique-style hotel Lilla Roberts is located in the heart of Helsinki’s design district and is only a few minutes-walk away from the city center. And your best pick, if it’s the old Jugend-style surroundings, good access to public parks and some marine vibes you’re after in your free time!

Lilla Roberts
Pieni Roobertinkatu 1-3, Helsinki

Photo: Flickr – Jeff E / CC BY 2.0

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Pasila Studios is located in the Pasila district at Radiokatu 5a, Helsinki. Pasila is the upcoming second city centre of Helsinki and is located only 2-minute train ride from the Central Railway Station. Further info on the easiest ways to Pasila to follow shortly!

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