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 Finnish architecture |
Pohjoinen Hesperiankatu 13 B 17 Helsinki, Finland 00260 Finland +358 9 4777 300 www.archtours.com archtours@archtours.com |
If you are interested in Finnish design and architecture, take part in one or more of the architectural excursions organised by Arch-Tours. There are many alternatives to choose from, both regular tours and tailored excursions, available in Finnish, Swedish, English, French, German, Russian, Japanese, Italian and Spanish. There are four basic tours, two of which have commentary in English. Aalto Bus gives a four-hour tour of Alvar Aalto's architecture; this starts in front of the Finlandia Hall. The Urban and Historical Centre Tour is taken on foot; it starts at the Senate Square and takes about two hours. A wide variety of tailored tours are available, three of which focus on the work of Alvar Aalto. The other tours give varied views of the city. Modern Classics is an introduction to the greatest modern and contemporary architecture around the city, while the Annual Rings of Helsinki tour examines the different stages and styles connected with the expansion of Helsinki. Helsinki Urban Centre and Jugend Architecture concentrate on the city's historical buildings, and Culture and Restaurants is an introduction to the city's dining and social life through the ages. Arch-Tours also hosts architectural excursions to Tallinn and St. Petersburg. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 All you need to know about Helsinki |
19 Pohjoisesplanadi Helsinki, Southern Finland 00100 Finland +358 (0)9 169 3757 http://www.hel2.fi/Tourism/EN/... tourist.info@hel.fi |
Helsinki is more than a city in the land of the midnight sun. There are things to do in this vibrant metropolis no matter what the season, no matter the amount of sunshine or moonlight. The Helsinki City Tourist & Convention Bureau can provide you with information on activities ranging from Christmas fairs to ski team viewings. For information on upcoming events, visit their website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Activities for adventurers |
65 Kaislammentie Helsinki 02880 Finland +358 208 311 611 http://www.kaikuva.fi kai.pihlstrom@kaikuva.fi |
Kaikuva Oy offers a wide variety of activities for the adventureous people. Activities include skiing, hiking, paddling, trips with kicksleds and snowshoes and many other kinds. You can also take part in a survival course or a nature photography trip. These suit groups of people who know exactly what they want. For people with a more artistic bent of mind, Kaikuva offers art courses in the wild as well as courses in other crafts, such as whittling. As a bonus, Kaikuva has a lakeside sauna in which you can relax after a long day's hiking and enjoying nature. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tour the splendour of the palace |
1 Messuaukio Lönnrotinkatu 7 B Helsinki 00520 Finland +358 9 2288 1222 http://www.helsinkiexpert.fi guidebooking@helsinkiexpert.fi |
The Presidential Palace has been a private home, the Finnish residence of the Czar and the official residence of Finland's President. Now, it is the venue for numerous official functions, held in the Valtiosali (Hall of State) where glorious statues, golden and bronze hues and the dark parquet create a majestic setting for banquets. The Peilisali (Mirror Hall) is a more airy, silvery hall, the most memorable feature of which are the fabulous chandeliers. The Keltainen sali (Yellow Hall) is a famous salon. Its dark-wood furniture and luscious interior are the setting for intimate coffees during the Independence Day celebrations. Most functions are held on the second floor, which is what the guided tour focuses on. Tours are held by appointment on only a few days a week and last about 45 minutes. Each tour is held for two groups; check the website or call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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See the sights from a new perspective |
6 Meritullintori Helsinki 00170 Finland +358 9 6122 950 http://www.royalline.fi/englis... royal.line@royalline.fi |
If you're not content with taking the ordinary bus tour of the city, why not admire Helsinki's sights from a different perspective. The boat tours arranged by Royal Line let you enjoy the city by sea. Two such tours are available: the Traditional Helsinki by Sea tour taken onboard M/S Natalia, and the Helsinki Under the Bridges tour on M/S Katarina. These give visitors the special opportunity of exploring Helsinki's older districts, landmarks, monuments and buildings. The tours include beautiful churches, monuments, the coastline Helsinki's islands, and the magnificent Suomenlinna fortress. The tours take an hour-and-a-half, and are arranged several times a day during the summer. Commentary is given in English, Swedish and German. Ticket prices may or may not include meals, depending on what you ask from the tour operator. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fishing and small-scale safaris |
54 N 38 Finnoontie Helsinki 02280 Finland +358 9 803 8318 |
Sariusa Oy arranges fishing trips and small-scale safaris for small groups. While fishing you can enjoy the wonders of nature and marvel at the aspect of Helsinki that many tourists do not discover. The organisers will pick you up straight from whichever hotel you are staying in and also drop you off after the fishing trip, so they do not have to worry about anything and can concentrate on simply having fun. These fishing trips are a perfect way to spend a day in Helsinki and are great for becoming acquainted with nature. Finns feel very close to fish, fishing and water and after going to this trip you will be able to appreciate why Finland is known as the land of a thousand lakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
