Boat Trip & Guided Walking Tour from Helsinki to Suomenlinna Fortress

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Join a boat trip from Helsinki to Suomenlinna Fortress, with a guided walking tour of the island, to learn about Finland's fascinating history!

This trip departs from Helsinki, the capital and largest city of Finland. It is a vibrant urban city, located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, facing the Baltic Sea. On this boat trip, you'll experience the natural beauty of Helsinki!

The adventure begins at the starting point in Helsinki, where you'll board the ferry at Market Square. You'll be greeted on board the comfortable boat by the friendly crew. After a quick safety briefing, the boat will depart from Helsinki. Throughout the trip, food and drink will be available to purchase on board.

As you sail, you'll have breathtaking views of the Helsinki Archipelago. You can sit back and relax on the deck with a hot coffee or cold beer! When you arrive at the fortress island of Suomenlinna, you'll disembark the boat. An experienced guide will be waiting for you for an informative walking tour of the island.

Suomenlinna Fortress is one of Finland's most important cultural and historical landmarks. It was built in the 1700s and served as a key naval base. Today, the fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and must-see site when visiting Helsinki. The guide will take you on a tour around the island, presenting the main sights and talking about the key events in the fortress's history over centuries. You will also learn about the history of Finland and Northern Europe.

At the end of the walking tour, you have the option of exploring the island yourself, or taking the next ferry back to Market Square in Helsinki. The return ferry runs every 30 minutes, so you can enjoy the island at your own pace. You also have the option of taking a ferry to Lonna Island, a small nearby island known for its restaurant, which offers a variety of Finnish cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients. Once you have finished exploring the islands, you can take the ferry back to Helsinki.

Discover Finland's unique cultural and historical significance on a guided boat trip and walking tour from Helsinki to Suomenlinna Fortress!

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Practical information

For this activity, a boat will take you from Helsinki to Suomenlinna Fortress. Upon arrival, a guide will lead you on a walking tour of the fortress. You can take the return boat to Helsinki when you wish (departure every 30 minutes).

Course of events

- Arrive at the starting point in Helsinki

- Board the ferry and meet the crew

- The boat adventure begins!

- Travel along the Helsinki Archipelago (approximately 20-25 minutes)

- Arrive at Suomenlinna Fortress Island

- Walking tour of the island (approximately 1 hour)

- Free time to explore the island

- Optional ferry to Lonna Island

- Return ferry to the starting point in Helsinki (departs every 30 minutes)

Special terms

The ferry departs from Helsinki Market Square, Keisarinluoto Pier. Look for FRS Finland logos. Upon arrival at the fortress, the guide will be waiting for you in Suomenlinna Museum, located on the right-hand side of Tykistönlahti Pier (Artillery Bay).

Meeting point:
Keisarinluodonlaituri 1, Helsinki 00170, Uusimaa, Finland
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Guide
  • Return ferry ticket
  • Optional ferry to Lonna Island
Excluded
  • Food & drink (can be purchased on board)
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Wind/rainproof jacket
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat

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