Overview
This is a 2-Day Guided Tour package for you if you are staying in Helsinki for a few days.
On the first day morning, you will meet your guide at the Helsinki Central Railway Station and start the guided tour for Helsinki city highlights. You will visit most must-not-miss spots, and in the afternoon you will take a round-trip ferry to Suomenlinna, the sea fortress of Finland.
On the second day, you will meet the guide at bus station and take inter-city bus to Porvoo, the medieval town in the Southern Finland. You will have a guided tour in this lovely old town and some own free time to walk around. In the afternoon you will take the inter-city bus back to Helsinki and have a restful evening.
In this tour, you will receive a 2-day HSL ticket pass, you can use it to go anywhere in the Helsinki area freely by this pass.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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What's included
All Admission tickets
HSL Public Transportation 2-day ticket
Round trip bus ticket to Porvoo
Round-trip ferry and guided tour in Suomenlinna
Helsinki highlights guided tour by tram
English-speaking guide
Food and drink
Accommodation
Any personal expense
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
You will meet up your guide at the Main Entrance of the Central Railway Station (the entrance that has two pairs of statues holding spherical balls). Please be at the meeting points 5 minutes before the meeting time. If you have difficult finding our guide, please call.
End point
The tour will end up at Kauppatori, the Market Square. You may take a slow walk, visit each vender, and enjoy the atmosphere.
Good to know
Meeting points
- You will meet up your guide at the main entrance of the Central Railway Station (the entrance that has two pairs of statues holding spherical balls).
- Please be at the meeting points 5 minutes before the meeting time, thank you.
- Your guide will be with a sign of our logo. If you have difficult finding our guide, please call us.
What to expect
Day 1 Helsinki and Suomenlinna guided tour
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Helsinki Central Railway Station
15 min
As the Central Station of the capital of Finland, it is the busiest station and provides services to approximately 400,000 people each day, Your city tour by tram will start from here!
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Olympic Stadium (Olympiastadion)
15 min
Helsingin Olympiastadion just finished its renovation and re-opened to the public in 2020.
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Sibelius Park
15 min
You will visit the Sibelius Park to witness the inspirations and creativities of Sibelius, the Father of Finnish Music.
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Temppeliaukio Church
20 min Admission ticket included
The entrance fee of the Rock Church is included in this tour. Enter this amazing space, hear the story of its construction, and take some photos!
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Senate Square
10 min
Visit and learn about history
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Helsinki Cathedral
15 min
Visit and learn about history. PS, sometimes the Cathedral might not be entered due to the service.
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Esplanadi Park
15 min
Take a walk along this beautiful park locates in the most prosperous area of Helsinki
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Havis Amanda
5 min
Drop by at the little mermaid, i.e., the Amanda statue, and know more about her from stories told by your guide
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Old Market Hall
20 min
The Old Market Hall in Helsinki has served its customers since 1889. Merchants sell everything from cheese, fish, shellfish, vegetable, fruit and cakes to spices, coffee, and tea. They are also more than happy to help with any special orders.
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Sea Fortress Suomenlinna
1 hour Admission ticket included
Suomenlinna is well-known by its important military role as a sea fortress of Finland. You will go inside the heavy wall of the fortress, hear the histories, and feel the moments of old days here.
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Sea Fortress Suomenlinna
15 min
During the visit to Suomenlinna, you will drop by the Suomenlinna Church and hear the stories and facts of it from your guide.
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Kauppatori
15 min
Kauppatori means the "market square" in Finnish. After returning from Suomenlinna by ferry, this trip will end up here, and you may spend some own free time to visit each lovely vender at the Market Square and enjoy the rest of the day.
Day 2 Day tour to Porvoo
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Kamppi Shopping Centre
10 min
Kamppi Shopping Centre is a joint station that integrates a new underground bus terminal and a metro station underneath its main building, which serves as a complex shopping centre. Your trip will start in front of Starbucks at its E-level by meeting up your guide there.
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Porvoo
50 min
You will head to Porvoo by inter-city bus from Helsinki. It takes around 50 min to get there. Take a quick glance at this country from the bus window on your way there.
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Porvoo Old Town
2 hours
You will have an overall 3-hr guided tour in the Porvoo Old Town. It is the second oldest town in Finland. In addition to the popular spots, your guide will bring you walk deeply into this town to know more about the cultural, art, & historic aspects of this medieval town.
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Cathedral of Porvoo
20 min
Porvoo Cathedral took its present form at the end of the 15th century. It can accommodate 750 people and it can be reserved for baptisms, marriage ceremonies and funerals at the Parish Office.
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Porvoo Museum/Holm House
20 min
It is the oldest town hall in Finland. You will know the history of the Porvoo region, as well as traditional and industrial art. Albert Edelfelt, Ville Vallgren, Louis Sparre, A.W Finch and Saara Hopea.
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The Devil's Stairs
20 min
You will visit the Devil's Stairs in Porvoo and learn about its story behind.
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Porvoo Old Town
1 hour
After the guided tour, you will have some personal free moments. You may visit the lovely cafe or gallery that you just pass by, choose some souvenirs in local shops, or explore more about this old town with your own pace
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Helsinki
50 min
When time is up, your guide will bring you to the bus station and return to Helsinki. It will take another 50 min on the road. Take a rest when you are on the bus.
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Kamppi Shopping Centre
10 min
The bus will return to Kamppi, where this tour will end. You may enjoy some slow walk on the street on your way back to the accommodation. Have a restful evening!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Helsinki).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Eco-Friendly 2-Day Helsinki and Porvoo Guided Tour
Can I cancel Eco-Friendly 2-Day Helsinki and Porvoo Guided Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 days.
Where does it start?
You will meet up your guide at the Main Entrance of the Central Railway Station (the entrance that has two pairs of statues holding spherical balls).
What's included?
- All Admission tickets
- HSL Public Transportation 2-day ticket
- Round trip bus ticket to Porvoo
- Round-trip ferry and guided tour in Suomenlinna
- Helsinki highlights guided tour by tram
- English-speaking guide
What's not included?
- Food and drink
- Accommodation
- Any personal expense
Which places does it visit?
It visits Helsinki Central Railway Station, Olympic Stadium (Olympiastadion), Sibelius Park, Temppeliaukio Church, Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, Esplanadi Park, Havis Amanda.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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