Shore Excursions in Helsinki

Make the most of your time in Finland with a 4-hour, private Helsinki shore excursion from your cruise port. Get a personal overview and orientation of the vibrant city's historic center and cultural landmarks, with time to explore public squares, monuments and an iconic rock church. Board a small boat to the stunning Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, where you can walk high stone walls above crashing waves and jagged rocks.

While your cruise ship is in Helsinki, get to know Finland's capital on a 3.5-hour panoramic shore excursion. Admire the main landmarks and neoclassical architecture from an air-conditioned coach as you hear illuminating facts about the city's history and culture. Admire the City Hall, Presidential Palace, Uspenski Cathedral and more, and enjoy photo stops at Senate Square, the Sibelius Monument and when possible, the spectacular Temppeliaukio Church or 'Church of the Rock.' Stay on at bustling Market Square and return to ship independently, or enjoy a return transfer to port

While your cruise ship is in Helsinki, admire the key sights in one go from a double-decker, hop-on hop-off bus. Step aboard the open-top bus with your 24-hour ticket and sightsee at your own pace, in your own way. See top Helsinki attractions such as underground Temppeliaukio Church, nicknamed the Rock Church; as well as Senate Square, Helsinki Olympic Stadium and more. Learn about the sights from the informative audio commentary, and just hop on and off at any of the 18 stops to create your own flexible sightseeing itinerary. Free WiFi on-board is available for your comfort.

When your cruise ship docks, combine a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Helsinki with a visit to the Seurasaari Outdoor Museum. During this 5-hour shore excursion, get a thorough overview of both modern and historic Finnish architecture, life, and culture. Entrance fees and a coffee/tea at a local cafe included.

When your cruise visits Helsinki, discover the Finnish capital's highlights and enchanting town of Porvoo on a 6-hour shore excursion. During a panoramic coach tour, see Helsinki landmarks such as Finlandia Hall and Temppeliaukio Church; and stop for photos at the Sibelius Monument and Senate Square. Afterward, continue to pretty, 14th-century Porvoo. Take a walking tour of the Old Town to see its cathedral, wooden cottages and red-painted shore houses; visit a chocolate store; and enjoy free time to shop and stroll before returning to ship.

When your ship docks in Helsinki's port, enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this 2-hour private walking tour of Helsinki's Senate Square. Flexible start times and locations to fit your schedule.

Make the most of a day's cruise stop at Helsinki with a private city walking tour with your own guide to do the sights justice. This 3-hour shore excursion covers landmarks like Uspenski Cathedral, the Presidential Palace and Parliament; and includes a visit to the underground Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church), a Helsinki must-see. Plus, you can opt to stay on and shop at the stalls of Market Square before returning independently to your ship.

Maximise your time in port in Helsinki on this private 5-hour shore excursion. Admire landmarks such as Uspenski Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Church, and Senate Square on a panoramic bus tour, then enjoy a guided walking tour of the Seurasaari Open-Air Museum. Port pickup and drop-off is included.

With just one day in port in Helsinki, the most convenient way to take in the highlights is on a guided tour. This 5-hour shore excursion includes a panoramic bus tour, stopping at landmarks such as Uspenski Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Church, and Senate Square, followed by a guided tour of the Seurasaari Open-Air Museum. Port pickup and drop-off is included.

View the highlights of Helsinki and one of Finland's prettiest towns during your cruise stop at the Finnish capital. On a private 6-hour tour with an expert local guide, take a panoramic drive around Helsinki's historical center. Enjoy photo stops at Helsinki Cathedral on Senate Square and the Sibelius Monument, and see the rock-cut Temppeliaukio Church, City Hall and more. Later, visit the medieval town of Porvoo to admire its picturesque Town Hall Square, cathedral, old red riverside warehouses and delightful cobbled streets lined with craft and chocolate shops.

Once your cruise ship docks in Helsinki's port, get a thorough tour of the Finnish capital in just 3.5 hours. During this excursion via air-conditioned coach, tour the city center's most important landmarks, ending up at Central Station for some free time before returning to your ship on time. Opt to stay later in the city center if you like.