Top Activities on the Ground in Helsinki

Experience a typical Finnish day during this half-day tour that involves a hike through Sipoonkorpi National Park and time in a smoke sauna. Join a small group for a hike through the wilderness and along forested trails. Enjoy a campfire barbecue lunch with drink and dessert while overlooking the lake, then head to a smoke sauna to unwind after your adventure.

Admire Helsinki and her islands from the water on a relaxing 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise. Hop aboard a comfortable sightseeing boat, settle on deck or inside the cozy cabin, and absorb the key sights of Helsinki’s shorelines and surrounding archipelagos of beautiful islands. Cruise by top Helsinki attractions such as the mighty UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress; see Finland’s fleet of gigantic icebreaker ships; sail into the scenic Degerö Canal, and hear all about Helsinki’s eventful past from the informative onboard commentary. Free WiFi is available on-board for your comfort.

The Best Way to Discover Helsinki: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a cup of Finnish coffee and a korvapuusti (cinnamon bun) at the Market Square or admire the seaside views and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Cultural Context: Read the history and legends of each site as you explore. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Finnish National Theater, Ateneum, Helsinki Cathedral, Market Square, Vanha Kauppahalli (Old Market Hall), The Shipwrecked, Design Museum, St. John’s Cathedral, Old Church, and the 3 Smiths Statue.

Finland is surrounded by hundreds of small islands, which can be difficult to explore on your own. Join this small-group, half-day tour and explore the Finnish Archipelago for a brief respite from Helsinki’s busy streets. Hike a forest trail, explore the landscape, spot native flora and fauna, and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch with a beautiful coastal view.

Helsinki becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Helsinki Cathedral, Senaatintori, Art Museum Ateneum and Three Smiths Statue. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Helsinki.

Escape the city without the hassle of arranging transport, and explore one of Finland's top natural attractions in the company of a biologist guide who provides depth to your experience. In a small group, travel by commuter train and local bus into the heart of Nuuksio National Park where you embark upon a hike through the hilly landscape, through forest, and past small lakes.

Make the most of your time in Finland by hiking through either the Nuuksio or Sipoonkorppi National Park—without the worry of getting lost—during a half-day trip from Helsinki. Benefit from the undivided attention of your guide, who will tailor the hike to your fitness level and, depending on the season, take the chance to forage for mushrooms and berries or try snowshoeing.

This is a great pick for nature lovers visiting Finland. Swap Helsinki for a day trip to a stunning national park. First get there with ease, as transportation from Helsinki is included. Then, enjoy a guided hike with a professional wilderness guide to show you the off-the-beaten-path highlights of the winter forest. Along the way, look out for animal trails, and stop for a tasty lunch around a fire.

Discover the beauty of Nuuksio National Park on a relaxing afternoon walk. This easygoing tour is a great intro to one of Finland’s most beloved national parks. Ideal for those who’ve spent the morning exploring the city, or simply enjoyed a slow start to the day, this relaxing afternoon tour offers the perfect balance of calm, nature, and cultural insight. First, walk 3 km through old-growth Taiga forest as your guide shares insights into Finnish nature, wildlife, and traditions. Midway, pause at a scenic lakeside for a cozy campfire break. Grill your Finnish sausage, enjoy a sweet bun, and sip blueberry juice. After relaxing by the fire, we return through the woods. You’ll head back to the city refreshed and recharged. Highlights - Explore Nuuksio National Park on an afternoon tour - Grill your own sausage over an open campfire - Learn nature and traditions from a local guide - Easy 3 km forest walk for all fitness levels - Hassle-free trip with transfers from Helsinki

Nature lovers will cherish this opportunity to experience the beauty and tranquility of Finland’s Taiga forest. The full-day excursion includes a guided hike through Liesjärvi National Park along with a traditional Finnish lunch with drink and dessert cooked and eaten beside a lake. Hassle-free roundtrip transfer from central Helsinki makes it easy to get out of the city to experience this stunning natural habitat.

Finns are famous for being independent: so this experience is built for travelers who want freedom, not a fixed group tour. Pick up your bike/e‑bike in Huopalahti, put your phone in the holder, open Google Maps, and ride at your own pace. Easy logistics: Huopalahti is about 8–10 minutes by commuter train from Helsinki Central Station, and it’s also easy to reach from the airport train line. Choose a simple rental for city sightseeing, or follow our self‑guided route to Keskuspuisto (Central Park) and Seurasaari for forests, seaside paths, and local hidden corners—plus BBQ and sauna options. Available year‑round: experience Helsinki in summer light or snowy winter landscapes. We’ll send clear route instructions and local tips, and you’ll also have access to our custom AI assistant for quick suggestions.

Discover the best parts of Finnish culture with a local for an experience you won’t be able to find anywhere else. Join your guide and a small group for a bike ride through one of Helsinki’s many parks to soak up the views, then refuel with a delicious barbecue. Wrap up your day with a relaxing stint in the sauna, a traditional Finnish pastime and the perfect way to unwind.

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey amidst nature's playground? We offer an unforgettable experience that will ignite your sense of adventure like never before. With a wide array of thrilling activities, Treetop Adventure Huippu caters to both the young and young at heart. Our state-of-the-art high ropes courses are designed to challenge your limits, test your agility, and boost your confidence. Swing through the treetops, conquer daring obstacles, and feel the rush of adrenaline coursing through your veins. But that's not all! At Seikkailupuisto Huippu, we believe in creating memories that last a lifetime. Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and engage in friendly competition at our exhilarating adventure games. From exhilarating high-ropes courses to beautiful adventure minigolf, there's something for everyone. Safety is our utmost priority. Located amidst stunning natural beauty, we invite you to explore, discover, and create unforgettable memories.

Experience the pleasure of foraging for your own sweet berries in Finland’s boreal forest. This small-group excursion from Helsinki will take you into Liesjärvi National Park, where your guide will show you how to forage for wild Finnish foods such as blueberries, lingonberries, or strawberries. You’ll also enjoy a Finnish-style lunch cooked over a lakeside campfire.

Leave Helsinki behind for a few hours and experience the Finnish forest the way locals do — walking quiet trails, breathing clean air, and stopping by an open fire in Nuuksio National Park. This is an easy guided hike, made for travelers who want nature without a difficult expedition. Your guide leads the route through forest paths, lakeside scenery, and peaceful spots away from the city, so you can simply enjoy the surroundings without planning anything yourself. The campfire stop is the main moment of the experience. You will sit by the fire, grill Finnish-style sausages, and take in the silence of the forest — simple, local, and very Finnish. Book this if you want more than another city tour: a real nature break from Helsinki, a relaxed hike, and an outdoor meal by the fire in one of Finland’s best-known national parks.

To protect Saint Petersburg, using their knowledge and combat experience gained while defending Port Arthur, from 1914 to 1918 the Russians with the support of many local contractors, designed, engineered, and constructed the WWI Land Fortifications which extended inland the defensive walls of the Suomenlinna. The tour guide is a professional historian and anthropologist who has been studying and researching in Finland since 1999.

Experience the beauty of Finland on a sustainable one-day electric motorcycle adventure starting from the eco-conscious Kalasatama district in Helsinki. Navigate through the picturesque Route 110, stopping at the quaint Bemböle Coffeehouse, a historic wooden cottage perfect for a coffee break. Explore the wonders of Nuuksio National Park, where you'll recharge at the Haltia Nature Centre, enjoy local Finnish cuisine, and discover exhibitions on nature and sustainability. After lunch, ride along serene gravel roads to Lake Haukkalampi and hike to a stunning viewpoint overlooking the lush woods and tranquil lakes.

Explore Nuuksio National Park on a guided hike with a certified wilderness guide. Enjoy a private experience with hotel pickup from the Helsinki area. Refuel with an open-fire lunch of sausages, soup, sweet buns, and berry juice. Hike through beautiful forest trails and take in the natural scenery.

This is the perfect activity for couples, best friends and teams of 2-6 persons. Explore this beautiful island while you solve this murder case.