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Urban street art is very popular in Helsinki and this walking tour covers a good portion of it. With a small group, walk through the colorful area with over 50 pieces that have been painted on walls, staircases, bridges, and more by both Finnish and international artists. Your guide provides information about each piece and helps you discover a different part of Helsinki.

Immerse yourself in Finland’s history and culture on this tour to the charming town of Porvoo. Make the most of your time on your trip and skip the need to plan logistics with hassle-free roundtrip transportation from Helsinki or Vantaa. Avoid crowded group tours and enjoy a more personalized experience with a maximum tour size of 6 people.

Explore the highlights of Helsinki at your own pace by opting for a hop-on hop-off bus tour. Available in 24-hours, you can explore the city in your own time, with the flexibility to disembark at over 20 stops. These include Senate Square, the Rock Church, and the Market Square, with audio commentary throughout.

Would you like to explore Helsinki like a local? Keep on reading! Forget those crowded and impersonal touristy tours and join this walking tour to experience Helsinki in a fun and informative way. All the tours are be led by me, Jonna, a local helsinkian and the founder of Rento Helsinki Tours. You’ll get to explore Helsinki’s sights at an easy-going pace and learn about the country’s history, culture, and society. You’ll get to ask all of your questions, and as the group size is limited to 8, you’ll get more interaction with your guide. You’ll hear stories that only a person born and raised in Finland would know about. After the tour, you’ll know why is there a statue of a Russian Czar in the most famous square of Helsinki? Is Finland really the happiest country in the world? When do Finns gather in the market square to swim in a fountain? What’s the “unicorn block”? Is Finnish that difficult to learn? Join this tour to get a real idea of Helsinki, instead of the touristic one!

Our Crime walk in the heart of Helsinki is a exciting and awarded tour for true crime lovers. We tour the authentic crime scenes and dive into the criminal history of Helsinki. Who assassinated the diplomat? What was the story of a naked office manager? What did the police write on the cover of the cigarette box before he died? And what did Lee Harvey Oswald in Helsinki? Many strange and mysterious crimes have occurred in Helsinki: police murder, dictator's assassination, the mysterious death of a prostitute, etc.

We begin the day with a relaxing drive to Tampere. There, you'll visit the world’s only Moomin Museum, followed by a short stop at one or two local landmarks, like the Cathedral or city viewpoint — depending on your interest. After that, we drive back to Helsinki for a walking tour through real places from Tove Jansson’s life — including her childhood park, her art studio, and statues made by her father. The day ends at the Moomin Shop in Helsinki, where you can find books, gifts, and souvenirs.

Get a comprehensive overview of Helsinki without the rush of a large group on this private walking tour. Visit landmarks and highlights such as the Kiasma Modern Art Museum, Uspenski Russian Cathedral, the Chapel of Silence, Esplanadi, and others. Your guide fills you in on Helsinki's history and present-day modern life in the city as you walk.

This is a luxurious alternative to crowded group tours that helps you save time and get a more personalized service. Set off in a private vehicle with a driver to take you on a route that helps you understand more about the history of Finland. See a shortlist of key Helsinki landmarks—such as Helsinki Cathedral, Esplanade Park, Uspenski Cathedral, and Sibelius Park—then, visit the picturesque medieval Old Town of Porvoo.

This private summer tour takes you from Helsinki to Moomin World, Naantali, and the medieval city of Turku, Finland’s former capital and oldest city. We start with a drive to Naantali, a charming seaside town with colorful wooden houses. You’ll visit Moomin World, a real-life island inspired by Tove Jansson’s books. After that, enjoy a walk through Old Naantali, known for its peaceful 15th-century church and beautiful seaside paths. Then we continue to Turku, where you’ll visit the impressive Turku Castle, a real medieval fortress with towers, tunnels, and old stories. You’ll also see the Turku Cathedral, one of Finland’s most important churches. If the timing is right, we can stop at the Medieval Market, where people dress in old clothes, play music, and sell handmade goods - just like in the Middle Ages. ‍