Designs of Helsinki: Architectural Highlights

4.5 hours | Helsinki | H E L - 2 5 5
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Points of Interest

  • Temppeliaukio (Rock Church)
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Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Helsinki is renowned as a "city of architecture," and you'll see some of its most marvelous landmarks on this highlights adventure. Begin with a panoramic drive that takes you past the shipyard along the coastal road to Embassy Park, the marketplace, Senate Square and the elegant Lutheran Cathedral. See the Uspenski Cathedral and the icebreakers docked in the harbor. Travel down Mannerheim Street for the Parliament House, the National Museum, and the Finlandia Hall Concert & Convention Center designed by architect Alvar Aalto. Pass the Kiasma Contemporary Art Museum, designed by American architect Steven Holl, the Olympic Stadium used for the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, and the Opera House. Step inside the Temppeliaukio Rock Church, blasted into solid rock. Then it's on to Hvitträsk, former home of Finnish architect Eero Saarinen. Explore the home and grounds. Hvitträsk is now an exhibition center for Finnish arts and crafts. Return to port.

Special Notes:

Terrain at Senate Square includes cobblestones. It is a 400-yard walk uphill from the coach parking to the Rock Church. In the event that a special function is being held here, an inside visit will not be possible.The Order of sites may vary.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from the pier to Senate Square for a visit.

  • Transport type: Motorcoach
  • Travel time: 00:15
  • Time at site: 00:15
  • Free time at site: 5
  • Inside visit: No
  • Air conditioned: No
  • Walking distance: 50
  • Wheelchair accessible: Yes
  • Restroom available: No
  • Shopping available: Yes
  • Photo/video restrictions: No
  • Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Drive to Hvittrask for guided tour and free time

  • Transport type: Motorcoach
  • Travel time: 01:00
  • Time at site: 01:00
  • Free time at site: 30
  • Inside visit: Yes
  • Air conditioned: No
  • Walking distance: 400
  • Steps: 35
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Restroom available: Yes
  • Shopping available: Yes
  • Photo/video restrictions: No
  • Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Drive back to the city to the Rock Church coach park and walk to the church(15 minutes) for a visit

  • Transport type: Motorcoach
  • Travel time: 01:00
  • Time at site: 00:15
  • Free time at site: 5
  • Inside visit: Yes
  • Air conditioned: No
  • Walking distance: 800
  • Wheelchair accessible: Yes
  • Restroom available: No
  • Shopping available: No
  • Photo/video restrictions: No
  • Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Enjoy a 15 minute walk back to the motorcoach adn drive through teh city back to the ship

  • Transport type: Motorcoach
  • Travel time: 00:45