Helsinki

Information about Helsinki

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Helsinki, the capital of Finland, sits on the edge of the Baltic Sea, where modern design meets a rich sense of history. In summer, the city comes alive with long, light-filled days and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. You’ll find sleek architecture alongside charming old buildings, and plenty of islands and waterfront spots to explore or unwind by the water. Cafés spill onto sunny terraces, and the city’s museums, galleries, and outdoor events showcase its creative spirit. Warm and walkable, Helsinki is the perfect place to enjoy both culture and nature after and before the conference. Helsinki embodies sisu—a quiet determination and unshakable spirit that shines through its people, culture, and everyday life.

We will update this page until the conference with useful links regarding your stay in the city. For now, please visit VisitFinland and MyHelsinki for a comprehensive overview of what awaits you. 

 

Getting to Helsinki

Helsinki Airport

By Plane

Helsinki is easy to reach from anywhere in the world. Around 180 international flights arrive at Helsinki Airport each day: there are direct connections to Helsinki from more than 140 destinations globally. 

For more information please visit: Getting to Helsinki

 

By Boat 

If you travel by boat, there are daily ferry services to Helsinki 

All the ferry companies also offer the possibility to take a car with you. Information on the different passenger terminals can be found on the Port of Helsinki website. 

 

Getting to the Centre of Helsinki  

From Helsinki Airport, you can get to the city centre 

by commuter train: 

Commuter trains I and P are a fast and convenient way of travelling between the city centre and the airport. The journey takes approxiamately 30 minutes. From the train station at Helsinki Airport, you can walk directly to your terminal without going outside. You will need an ABC ticket to get to or from the airport. Single tickets and day tickets can be purchased using the HSL mobile app , machines, R-kiosks, and many other sales points throughout the city. Tickets other than a single adult’s fare bought through contactless credit card payment cannot be purchased onboard commuter trains or other public transport.  

by bus: 

Buses 415N, 431N, 562, 570, and 600 also operate between the airport and the city centre. To get to or from the airport, you will need an ABC ticket, which you can purchase from HSL ticket machines, HSL mobile app, or sales points like R-kiosk. 

by taxi: 

Taxi travel between Helsinki Airport and the city centre takes approximately 20 minutes and costs €40-45. 

 

From the harbours of Helsinki, you can get to the city centre by  

  • trams 7 and 9 (from Estonia arriving to West Terminal/Länsiterminaali)
  • trams 2 and 3 (from Sweden arriving to Olympic Terminal/Olympiaterminaali)
  • trams 4 and 5 (from Estonia or Sweden arriving to Katajanokka Terminal/Katajanokan terminaali) 
  • bus 90 to Vuorsaari metro station & change to the metro network (from Germany arriving to Hansa Terminal/Vuosaari Harbour)

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