Helsinki Zoo

Head to the water and experience a canal cruise on your visit to Helsinki. Admire the most beautiful shorelines of the city and see many of its top attractions from the comfort of your boat. You’ll pass by the historic Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress, the Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island, the impressive fleet of icebreakers, and stunning Degerö Canal. On this boat ride you’ll also hear about Helsinki’s fascinating history from commentary that’s provided during the cruise. There will also be information booklets available in 8 other languages. Purchase a refreshing drink, a beer, a glass of sparkling wine, or a cup of coffee, or a pastry in the boat’s cafeteria to enjoy during the cruise.

Frs Finland brings you to the fortress island of Suomenlinna which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the number 1 must see tourist attraction of Finland with its historical sea fortress and lovely museums and restaurants. Vessels leave from Helsinki Market Square, next to the Korkeasaari zoo ferry. Watch out for our Frs Finland-signs and choose the priority queue. Please note: there is only one queue available at the islands. Many flexible departures per day and snacks and drinks available for purchase onboard. Enjoy a cup of coffee or cold beer on our sun deck and let yourself be pampered by our friendly staff. The duration of the ferry ride is about 20-25 minutes and there are several departures per hour. Exact schedule available at https://www.frs-finland.fi/suomenlinna-lonna/ - Maximum departure frequency from the Market Square and the island: 30 minutes. In addition the restaurant island of Lonna can be visited with the same ferry. Our waterbus has a cafe, WC, indoor and outdoor spaces onboard. FRS Finland is dedicated to sustainability standards. We are certified with Eco Compass and we own Sustainable Travel Finland label.

Get introduced to the urban shorelines of Helsinki on the City Highlights tour. See summer terraces, beach cafés, and beautiful parks during the cruise. Admire both old and new city architecture. Pass by the many residential areas and districts of Helsinki by boat. The route includes popular sights like Suomenlinna, Korkeasaari Zoo and the ice breakers. Along the route, see interesting urban areas like Kaivopuisto park and the classy harbor area of Merisatama. View the city’s diverse architecture like the Jugend buildings of Eira as well as the modern residential districts of Kruunuvuorenranta and Kalasatama. Learn about these sights from recorded commentary via loudspeakers in Finnish, English, German and Swedish. You can buy coffee, ice cream or a Finnish pulla (sweet bun) from the boat café. Enjoy the sea breeze and amazing views on a large sun deck or get cozy inside and admire the views through the boat's big windows.

Admire the main attractions of Finland's crown jewel on the Historical Helsinki route. Don't miss a beat as your boat weaves through the waterways of the Helsinki archipelago. Bask in the natural beauty, amazing architecture, and clean air of this Scandinavian gem. Depart from one of Helsinki's most famous sights, Market Square, and head out to sea. See famous Unesco World Heritage Sites such as the Fortress of Suomenlinna, as well as the Finnish ice breakers and Korkeasaari Zoo. Listen as your guide tells you stories about many of the most sought-after areas of the city. Enjoy both natural and man-made phenomena during this maritime experience. Enjoy views of the most beautiful neighborhoods of Helsinki, including Eira, Katajanokka, and Kruununhaka. Listen to historical tales of local lore from your guide about all the various hot spots, before the journey ends where it began, at Market Square.

Explore Helsinki according to your own interests and schedule with a 24 or 48-hour ticket for the open-air, hop-on and hop-off sightseeing bus. Take a full loop of the route in just 90 minutes to get an orientation of the city, or jump off at any of the stops to explore the attractions that interest you the most. Drive past the Sibelius Monument, and the imposing Rock Church (Temppeliaukio Church). Jump off at the Flea Market or Market Square, and see the buildings built for the 1952 Summer Olympics, including the Olympic Stadium. Your full price ticket entitles you to discounts at participating partners, including cafés, restaurants and shops. Free Wi-Fi is available on-board the bus so you can keep up-to-date with your friends and family back home and make them jealous with social media updates of your experience. In the event of bad weather, the roof of the bus can be swiftly retracted to protect you from the rain. Free rain ponchos are also provided. You can start your tour from any stop along the route. Add on an optional cruise from the Cruise Terminal, and get a different perspective of the city from the water. Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Stops: 1. Senate Square/ Helsinki City Museum 2. Old Market Hall 3. Olympia Terminal (Silja Line) / Mannerheim Museum 4. Cafe Ursula/ Kaivopuisto Park 5. Compass Square 6. Eira 7. Hernesaari Cruise Terminal LHD (stop in use only on certain cruise ship days) 8. Hernesaari Cruise Terminal LHB & LHC 9. Löyly 10. Flea Market/ Bulevardi/ Sinebrychoff Art Museum 11. Swedish Theatre / Design Museum / Museum of Finnish Architecture 12. Market Square / Sightseeing Cruises 13. Sokos / Kiasma / Helsinki Music Centre / Amos Rex / Central Railway Station 14. Temppeliaukio Church / Ham Helsinki Art Museum / Finnish Museum of Natural History 15. Sibelius Monument 16. Olympic Stadium / Tahto   17. Linnanmaki Amusement Park / Sea Life Helsinki 18. Linnunlaulu / Helsinki City Theatre 19. Hakaniemi Market Square and Market Hall

Discover Helsinki in an easy and economical way. The Helsinki Card is the key to a unique Helsinki experience for the individual traveler. With the Helsinki Card Region, you will save time, money, and energy. It gives you free entry to the city's main sights, museums, and public transport in zones ABC, including the airport train – along with a wide variety of discounts and bonuses. With the Helsinki Card Region you can choose from 24-hour, 48-hour, or 72-hour validity. All of the following are free with the Helsinki Card: • Entry to the city’s major sights and museums - Amos Rex - Ateneum Art Museum - Architecture and Design Museum - Ehrensvärd Museum in Suomenlinna (May-Aug) - Exhibition Centre WeeGee - The Finnish Museum of Photography - HAM Helsinki Art Museum - Hotel and Restaurant Museum - Military Museum's Manege in Suomenlinna - Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma - The Museum of Technology - Sinebrychoff Art Museum - Sports Culture Center TAHTO - Suomenlinna Museum - Submarine Vesikko in Suomenlinna (May-Sep) - Tamminiemi - Theatre Museum - Villa Hakasalmi - Haltia- The Finnish Nature Centre - Kamppi Chapel - Temppeliaukio Church • Travel on public transport within Helsinki - zones ABC, including also the Airport train and public ferry to Suomenlinna • Tours: - Beautiful Canal Cruise (May - September)  - City Highlight Cruise (May - September) - Free 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour (May - September) - Evening Cruise (free deck seat) - Guided tour of Suomenlinna (in winter season Fri & Sat) - Panorama sightseeing tour by bus (October - April) • Discounts in restaurants, cruise to Tallinn and other attractions, such as Helsinki Zoo, SkyWheel Helsinki and Flying Cinema

Embark on a mesmerizing sightseeing cruise from Helsinki Market Square and marvel at the city's archipelago and the iconic Suomenlinna fortress from the tranquil expanse of the sea. Choose to explore Suomenlinna's rich history on foot or hop over to the charming island of Lonna for its renowned restaurants, the cruise's flexible schedule ensures your journey is tailored to suit your preferences. Hop off onto the islands and return with your boat using your same ticket, or stay on the ferry to enjoy round boat cruise. With departures on average every 30 minutes, enjoy the freedom to plan your return at your leisure, making it convenient to fully experience both Suomenlinna and Lonna in a single excursion. Embark on this memorable journey where sightseeing meets relaxation, offering an ideal way to discover Helsinki’s maritime gems.

Combine 2 beautiful sightseeing experiences and see the best of Helsinki by land and water. Board a canal boat to journey along the charming waterways of Helsinki and pass sights such as the Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress, Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island and Degerö Canal. Along the way, learn the city's fascinating history from the recorded commentary played over loudspeakers in Finnish, English, Swedish, and German. Written information is also available in Swedish, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Estonian, Japanese and Chinese.  In addition, discover the top sights of Helsinki on land as you board the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus and travel past attractions such as the Sibelius Monument and Temppeliaukio Church, known as the "Church in the Rock" as it is built directly into solid rock. Benefit from 19 stops along the carefully planned route, including Senate Square, the Sibelius Monument and Market Square, the departure point for the Beautiful Canal Cruise and the site of the SkyWheel Helsinki. Your ticket is valid for 24 hours. Listen to the audio commentary (available in 11 different languages) through individual, single-use headsets. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi to post your adventures on social media as you travel. In the event of bad weather, the roof of the bus can be quickly installed to protect you from the rain.

Combine two beautiful sightseeing experiences and enjoy the best of Helsinki on land and at sea. The package includes the Beautiful Canal Cruise and Hop On-Hop Off Bus Sightseeing Tour. On the Beautiful Canal Cruise, you will get to see the most beautiful shorelines in Helsinki and many fabulous sights, including the historic Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress, Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island, the impressive fleet of icebreakers, and, of course, Degerö Canal. Along the way, you will also hear about Helsinki’s fascinating history. To make your cruise enjoyable, always have friendly staff and experienced captains on board. Your ship's cafe will offer beverages and snacks. The Hop On-Hop Off Bus Sightseeing Tour will take you to the top sights of Helsinki, such as the Sibelius monument and Rock Church. The route is carefully chosen with 19 stops along the route. The ticket is valid 48-hours and will entitle you to discounts for top attractions. The tour is guided in 11 different languages through individual, single-used headsets.  To make your ride comfortable, have free Wi-Fi on the buses, fun and friendly staff, and experienced drivers. In bad weather, the bus roof can be installed quickly to protect you from the rain.

This tour is a combination of the Helsinki Hop On-Hop Off Bus tour and Helsinki City Highlights Cruise Start the Hop On-Hop Off bus tour at the Senate Square. Your Hop On-Hop Off ticket is valid 24 hours. Hop on the sightseeing bus and enjoy the tour introducing all the top sights of Helsinki. The Hop On Hop Off bus tour includes 19 stops along the route, such as the Temppeliaukio Church in the Rock, Olympic Stadium, Old Market Hall, and Linnanmäki Amusement Park. You can hop on and off the bus as many times as you like. The tour is guided in 11 different languages through individual headsets. Helsinki City Highlights Cruise starts at the Market Square, by the yellow flags. our introduces you to the urban shorelines of Helsinki and during the tour you will see beach cafés, beautiful parks and popular sights like Suomenlinna and Korkeasaari Zoo. Recorded commentary via loudspeakers in Finnish, English, German and Swedish. Enjoy the refreshments of the boat café during the cruise.