Cruise Through Helsinki - Discover, Dine & Relax

Unwind on a sunset boat ride with stories on your phone and the comfort of an onboard bar.

• Starting point: Market Square
• Everything you get: Set out on an audio-guided evening boat tour along Helsinki's coastline, taking in the beautiful views of the city from the water. Relax with access to the onboard cafeteria bar, and follow the route with a multilingual audio guide that plays through your own device and headphones as you glide along.
• Sights covered: Helsinki's coastline and surrounding sea views
• Why choose this: Choose this if you want easy sightseeing without having to juggle timetables, routes, or multiple tickets.

Inclusions #

• Evening cruise along Helsinki's coastline

• Access to the onboard cafeteria bar

• Smartphone-based multilingual audio guide (headphones required)

• Sundeck seating

Exclusions #

• Drinks from the onboard cafeteria bar

• Headphones for the audio guide

What to bring

• Headphones: Bring your own wired or wireless headphones to use the smartphone audio guide.
• Weather-appropriate clothing: Dress warmly and in layers as it can feel breezy on the water, even in the evening.

What’s not allowed

• Complimentary drinks: Do not expect free drinks as all beverages from the cafeteria bar must be purchased.

Additional information

• Boarding point: Board the cruise at Market Square in central Helsinki.
• Audio guide use: You can access the audio guide on your smartphone, and headphones are required to listen.
• Seating option: Sundeck seating is available only if you select the relevant option when booking.

Helsinki sightseeing cruise with sundeck seating and commentary, plus views of modern and historic waterfront.

• Starting point: Market Square
• Everything you get: Enjoy a scenic sightseeing cruise along the city shoreline, with a seat on the largest sundeck in town. Hear live commentary in English and Finnish over the loudspeakers, or listen in 20+ languages with an audio guide.
• Sights covered: Harborfront skyline, modern waterfront districts, historic quarters, and surrounding island views.
• Why choose this: Get a clear first look at the city from the water so you can spot areas that interest you and plan the rest of your day with ease.

Inclusions #

• 90 minute sightseeing cruise in Helsinki

• Seating on the biggest sun deck of sightseeing cruise ships in town

• Commentary in English and Finnish from loudspeakers

• Narration in 28 languages available on a downloadable app for your smartphone

• Free Wifi onboard

Exclusions #

• Refreshments and snacks (available for purchase at the onboard bar)

Additional information

• Arrival time: Please arrive at the departure point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
• Cruise duration: The sightseeing cruise lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
• Food and drinks: You can buy refreshments and snacks at the onboard bar during the cruise.
• Language options: You will hear live commentary in English and Finnish from loudspeakers, and narration in 28 languages via a smartphone app.
• Wifi onboard: You can use the free Wifi onboard to download and use the narration app during the cruise.
• Sundeck seating: Your ticket includes seating on the biggest sun deck of sightseeing cruise ships in town.

High-speed RIB ride around Helsinki's archipelago with views of Finland's large icebreaker ships.

• Starting point: Kanavaranta 4, Helsinki
• Everything you get: Take a guided RIB boat tour that zips across the water as your guide shows you Helsinki's city shoreline and outer islands. Stay warm in the provided whole body floatation suit or jacket and feel secure with the included life jacket and goggles for safety.
• Why choose this: Works well when you want sightseeing that fits between plans, giving you a short shot of excitement without tying up an entire morning or afternoon.

Inclusions #

• Guided RIB boat tour

• Tour of city and outer islands

• Use of whole-body floatation suit or floatation jacket

• Use of life jacket and goggles

What to bring

• Footwear: Wear comfortable shoes as you will stay seated in the boat for the entire tour.
• Weather note: Dress appropriately as the tour will operate in rain or shine.

What’s not allowed

• Luggage: Do not bring luggage or large bags on this tour.
• Alcohol and drugs: Do not consume or carry alcohol or drugs during the tour.

Accessibility

• Not for mobility issues: This tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.

Additional information

• Tour operation: The tour will operate rain or shine, so it will not be canceled for light weather changes.
• Onboard movement: You will stay in the boat for the entire tour and will not disembark during the experience.
• Minimum guests: This tour requires a minimum of 2 passengers to operate, so single bookings may be rebooked or refunded.
• Guide language: A German live guide is occasionally available, but availability is not guaranteed on every departure.
• Cancellation policy: You can cancel for free up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

Savor a private 2-hour sightseeing sailing on an eco-conscious vessel with a welcome glass on board.

• Starting point: Market Square
• Everything you get: Settle into an exclusive private cruise with indoor and outdoor seating for a 2-hour sail past Helsinki's skyline and nearby islands. Enjoy a glass of champagne per guest, with minimal emissions and reduced printed materials.
• Sights covered: Helsinki city skyline, the surrounding archipelago, and historic islands.
• Why choose this: Best when you want a calm time on the water with just your own party, without commentary, fixed routes, or multiple stops to rush through.

Inclusions #

• 2-hour cruise through the Helsinki archipelago

• A glass of champagne per guest

• Iconic Helsinki skyline and island views

• Comfortable, private vessel with indoor and outdoor seating

• Environmentally responsible operation, minimal emissions, and reduced printed materials

• Additional drinks and catering available on request

What to bring

• Sunscreen: Bring sunscreen to protect your skin while enjoying the outdoor deck.
• Clothing: Wear weather-appropriate clothing for changing conditions on the water.

What’s not allowed

• High heels: Do not wear high-heeled shoes on board for safety reasons.
• Alcohol and drugs: Do not bring or consume your own alcohol or drugs on board.
• Under 18s: Children under 18 years are not permitted on this cruise.

Additional information

• Cruise type: Enjoy a relaxing 2-hour private champagne cruise through the Helsinki archipelago.
• Vessel seating: You can choose between indoor and outdoor seating on the vessel.
• Audience: This experience is ideal for couples, friends, or small groups seeking an exclusive outing.
• Environmental focus: The cruise operates with minimal emissions and reduced printed materials.
• Cancellation policy: You can cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
• Extras: Additional drinks and catering are available upon request before your cruise.

Spend a day across the Baltic with return sailings sorted, leaving you free to plan your time.

• Everything you get: Enjoy a round trip by ferry between Helsinki and Tallinn with entry on board at your booked departure times and seating included. Sail across the Baltic, then spend up to 10 hours in Helsinki exploring its sights, shops, cafes, and markets at your own pace.
• Why choose this: Makes a side trip to another capital easy and good value, since you pay only for transport without added costs for guides, commentary, or tours.
• Options: Choose early or later departures and 6.5, 9.5, or 12.5 hours in Tallinn, as per your preference.

Inclusions #

• Round-trip ferry ticket from Helsinki to Tallinn and back (entry on board at set booked times and seating)

• Up to 6.5/9.5/12.5 hours in Tallinn (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Guided tour

• Food and drinks

• Alcoholic drinks

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Transportation to and from attractions

What to bring

• Passport or ID: Bring a valid passport or ID card as it is required for travel.
• Travel voucher: Carry the Tallink Silja Line voucher you receive after booking.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: The ferry is wheelchair accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.

Additional information

• Travel documents: You will receive a Tallink Silja Line voucher with reservation and security numbers after booking.
• Email check: Check your spam or junk folder if you do not see the Tallink voucher in your inbox.
• Check-in deadline: Passenger registration closes 30 minutes before the ship’s departure time.
• Late arrival: Late arrivals will not be registered and must purchase a new ticket to travel.
• Departure from Tallinn: The ship departs from D-Terminal of the Tallinn Port at Uus-Sadama 24.
• Departure from Helsinki: The ship departs from Länsisatama West Harbour, Terminal 2 in Helsinki.
• Crossing time: The ferry crossing between Helsinki and Tallinn takes approximately 2 hours.
• Round-trip timing: You will have up to 10 hours in Helsinki before your return ferry.
• Ticket type: Your ticket includes entry on board at set booked times with seating included.

Explore Helsinki at your own pace with flexible routes and rich audio stories in multiple languages.

• Unlimited bus rides for 24 hours: Use your bus ticket to hop on and off all day, with frequent service in summer for maximum benefits
• Drop-offs near key Helsinki sights: Stay on for a full loop to get an overview of the city or hop off whenever something catches your eye, then rejoin without navigating between stops.
• Perks & amenities: Multilingual audio commentary, free onboard WiFi, and an English Helsinki map.

Inclusions #

• Bus tour ticket

• Onboard audio commentary in 10 languages

• Onboard Wi-Fi

• Individual earphones

• Welcome to Helsinki maps in English

• Hop-on hop-off during full season from May till the end of September

• Reduced schedule with limited flexibility from October to April

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: The buses are wheelchair accessible for folding wheelchairs only.

What’s not allowed

• Non-folding wheelchairs: Do not bring non-folding wheelchairs on this tour.
• Non-folding strollers: Do not bring non-folding strollers on board.
• Electric wheelchairs: Do not bring electric wheelchairs, as they are not permitted.

Additional information

• Stop 1 timings: Listed departure times apply only to Stop number 1.
• Winter schedule: From October to the end of April, only 2 departures run per operational day.
• Winter departures: From October to April, buses depart at 10:40am and 1pm on operating days.
• Winter flexibility: Hop-on hop-off flexibility is restricted during the winter schedule.
• Summer frequency 2026: From May 2nd 2026 to September 30th 2026, buses run every 30–40 minutes between 10am and 4pm.
• Tour duration: The audioguided bus tour operates twice daily and lasts about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
• Add-ons note: Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

What to bring

• Passport/ID: Carry a valid passport or EU/EEA ID for travel between Finland and Estonia.
• Comfortable clothing: Dress comfortably for walking on cobbled streets.
• Weather gear: Bring layers or weather-appropriate clothing as conditions can vary.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags: Do not bring large bags, as they are not allowed on the tour.

Additional information

• Departure point: Arrive at West Harbour, Terminal 2, Helsinki for your ferry departure.
• Arrival time: Reach the terminal by 8am to complete boarding in time.
• Free time: Enjoy some free time in Tallinn in addition to the guided Old Town tour.

Inclusions #

• Round-trip ferry tickets from Helsinki to Tallinn

• Guided tour of Tallinn Old Town

• Transfers from the port to the Old Town and back in Tallinn

• Free time to explore

Exclusions #

• Meals and drinks

• Personal expenses such as shopping or additional activities

See city highlights by bus, plus enjoy the scenic sightseeing cruise with audio guides and island views included.

• Starting point: Hop on at bus stop 1 in central Helsinki and board your archipelago cruise at Market Square.
• Everything you get: Ride an audio-guided hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus, using flexible stops to get off at the sights you choose. Then join an audio-guided archipelago cruise for coastal and island views, both tickets included.
• Sights covered: Central Helsinki highlights on the bus tour; waterfront districts, harbor views, and the island-dotted Helsinki archipelago on the cruise.
• Why choose this combo: Reduce planning stress as one prebooked pass handles your city transport and sightseeing logistics during your time in Helsinki.

Inclusions #

• Flexible hop-on hop-off stops

• Audio-guided hop-on hop-off bus tour

• Audio-guided archipelago sightseeing cruise

Exclusions #

• Attractions entrance fees

What to bring

• Clothing: Wear warm clothing and sunscreen to stay comfortable in changing weather.

Additional information

• Bus departures: The hop-on hop-off bus departs from stop 1 every 30 to 40 minutes.
• Cruise departures: The archipelago cruise departs daily from Market Square at 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm.
• Combo use: This combined ticket lets you explore by bus first, then continue with a scenic archipelago cruise.
• Cancellation policy: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
• Add-ons: Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

Glide along the shoreline under five landmark spans with sundeck seating and an audio guide.

• Starting point: Market Square
• Everything you get: Settle into your sundeck seat as the boat follows a route beneath five bridges, including Finland's longest bridge, with views of the old and new residential area of Helsinki. Use the app audio narration while waterfront neighborhoods and the icebreaker fleet drift past.
• Sights covered: Finland's longest bridge, five bridges in central waterways, Kruunuvuorenranta, Kalasatama, Kulosaaari, Kruununhaka, Katajanokka, and the Finnish icebreaker fleet.
• Why choose this: Choose this for a calm inner waterway circuit that shows everyday shoreline life without the time or planning of a longer excursion.

Inclusions #

• Cruise ticket entitles for sundeck seat

• Views of Finland's longest bridge

• Route under five Helsinki bridges

• Sights of Suomenlinna World Heritage Site

• Audio narration access through an app

Exclusions #

• Food and beverages paid separately

What to bring

• Warm clothing: Wear warm layers as it can be windy and cool out on the water.
• Sun protection: Apply sunscreen and bring extra if you plan to sit on the sundeck.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: Not suitable for wheelchair users on this cruise.

Additional information

• Onboard café-bar: The cafeteria and bar remain open for food and drinks throughout the whole tour.