Helsinki Highlights

Helsinki, a city of bold architecture and monuments, offers fascinating views. From palaces to market squares, you’ll see intriguing design styles: notably the white mass of the Lutheran Cathedral of St Nicholas in Senate Square. You will see the Presidential Palace, the colourful Market Square and the beautiful Kaivopuisto Park.

Just as arresting is the stainless steel Sibelius Monument, dedicated to the musical vision of Jean Sibelius and designed to resemble a sound wave of pipes. You’re sure to have an opinion about its appearance. It stirred a huge debate among the Finnish public when it was first unveiled.