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• 24 hour access to City Tour Hop-on Hop-off buses
• 1.5 hour Royal Line cruise around the city
• Audio guide in 10 languages on the bus and the boat

Helsinki by bus and boat

Almost 75% of the city of Helsinki consists of sea, which makes seeing the city from the water a must-do activity when visiting. Combining it with a hop-on hop-off tour just makes sense as it makes for the perfect way to explore the city in all its glory.

City Tour Helsinki

The Helsinki hop on hop off bus tour offers over 20 stops throughout the city, making sure to bring you to all the best sights and attractions in the city. Your ticket is valid for 24 hours, which should give you plenty of time to explore the city and see all the sights you want to see. If you want to first orientate yourself in the city, you can just stay on board for a full tour, which takes about 1.5 hours depending on traffic.

The hop-on hop-off bus in Helsinki will take you from the eye-catching Helsinki Cathedral at Senate Square via Uspenski Cathedral via the Helsinki Art Museum to the Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church). The bus continues on to the Olympic Stadium and Botanic Garden, to reach the Linnanmäki amusement park, before heading south towards the National Museum, Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and the Kamppi Chapel of Silence.

Royal Line Sightseeing Cruise

The sightseeing cruise by Royal Line departs from the famous Market Square, from here the 1.5 hour tour takes you along the coast of the city with its Art Nouveau buildings at Eira, before heading out to the Baltic Sea and the many islands that are part of Helsinki. You’ll pass by smaller islands such as Tiirakari and Taulukari before heading to UNESCO World Heritage Site Suomenlinna, with its Inner bay, Sea Fortress and the King’s Gate.

The cruise will take you past historical neighbourhoods, churches, ports, icebreakers, summer cottages and saunas, all while you relax on board of Royal Line’s boat, with its large sundecks and comfortable interiors, and listen to the fun audio guide. There is even a café/bar on board where you can buy snacks and drinks.

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Ready to discover all of Helsinki with one simple combi ticket? We can’t wait to welcome you in Helsinki and help you see the Finnish capital from both the land and the sea.

• 24 hour City Tour Hop-on Hop-off bus ticket
• 1.5 hour Royal Line Sightseeing Cruise with seat on the sundeck
• Audio guide in 10 languages on both bus and boat
• Free Wi-Fi on the bus

List of bus stops: You can hop on and off at any of the following stops:

• Senate Square
• Havis Amanda (hop off here for the Royal Line Cruise)
• Skywheel Helsinki
• Olympia Terminal
• Kaivopuisto Park
• Compass square
• Hernesaari Cruise Terminal LHB/C (for cruise ships)
• Hernesaari Cruise Terminal LHD (for cruise ships)
• Löyly Sauna
• Hietalahti Market Hall
• Kamppi bus station
• Rock Church
• Sibelius Monument (out of service due to construction work)
• Tram Museum
• Olympic Stadium
• City Botanic Garden / Linnanmäki Amusement Park
• Parliament / National Museum
• Amos Rex / Lasipalatsi
• Esplanade / Design Museum
• Esplanade Park

Click here for the map to find the locations of all the stops , which are marked in the city with City Tour signs. 

Child ticket: 6-14 year olds 0-5 year old kids can join for free, with a 2 kids per adult limit

Cancellation is possible up to 24 hours in advance

Operating hours bus: 10:00 - 16:00 from stop 1, every 30 minutes

Operating hours boat: High season: every hour from 11:00 – 17:00 Low season: every two hours between 11:00 and 17:00

The boats are not wheelchair accessible

Please note: the buses don't operate between October and April.

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Helsinki Tourist Bus & Boat Tour

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On board the Helsinki sightseeing bus and boat you'll visit the capital of Finland by land and sea . For 24 or 48 hours you'll be able to move around the largest city in the country.

With this combined ticket for the tourist bus and boat, you can explore Helsinki at your own pace and see the most important sights of the city . And by moving around on both land and water, you'll be able to enjoy the Finnish capital from very different perspectives .

Tourist Bus

Helsinki's open-top sightseeing bus will take you to the most iconic sites in the city. Along the route, which has 22 stops you'll see the main attractions such as the Helsinki Cathedral , the Temppeliaukio Church , also known as the  Rock Church or the famous Market Square . As you see the sights an audio guide in English that will explain everything you need to know about the main monuments.

What's more, with your ticket for the tourist bus you'll enjoy important discounts on Helsinki's tourist attractions.

Tourist Boat

With your sightseeing boat pass, you'll enjoy Helsinki from the water on a one-hour cruise . It's a comfortable and relaxing way to discover the Finnish capital. Throughout the tour you'll learn about the history of this city thanks to the recorded commentary in English .

Timetables and Frequencies

The Helsinki Sightseeing Bus runs every day of the year, every 30 minutes between 10 am and 4 pm.

The Helsinki sightseeing boat departs Monday to Saturday from the Market Square ferry terminal every hour between 11 am and 5 pm.

How does it work?

Once you board the bus or tourist boat for the first time, your ticket will be activated. From that moment on, you can get on and off the bus as many times as you want during the following 24 or 48 hours . However, you'll only be able to board the boat once . 

If you board the boat or bus on a Monday at 12 pm, your 24-hour ticket, for example, t will be valid until 12 pm the following Tuesday.

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The activity takes place with recorded commentary in English and other languages.

Unlimited use of tour buses for 24 or 48 hours

1–hour boat trip

Recorded commentary in English on board

Wifi on board

When to book?

You can book up to the start time, as long as there are places remaining. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

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• Foster the growth of local communities.
• Preserve the integrity of local culture.
• Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
• Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
• Operate with honesty and transparency.
• Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

• No printing of documentation required.
• Promotes local employment.
• Has a gender equality policy.
• Has a carbon footprint offset policy.

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Helsinki: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Sightseeing Boat Tour

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• Inclusions & Exclusions

April to Sept: Daily

24 or 48 hours (depending on the option selected)

Cruise: 1.5 hours

Hop-on, Hop-off: April: 10:15am to 2:30pm / May to September: 10am to 4pm

Boat tour: April: 11am, 1pm, 3pm / May to September: 12pm, 2pm, 4pm 

Hop on the bus at any of the stops to start the tour.

Boat Tour: Market Square

Hop off the bus at any of the stops.

• Save money and discover Helsinki from both land and water with the same ticket
• Enjoy sightseeing at your own pace on a Helsinki hop-on, hop-off tour
• Hop on and off at any of the 22 stops to visit attractions of your choice
• Enjoy informative and entertaining audio commentary on the buses in multiple languages
• Enjoy a scenic cruise and sail past historical neighborhoods, fortresses and parks
• Take pictures on boat's sun deck while a sipping drink from ship's bar
• Both printed and smartphone vouchers accepted!

Discover the best of Helsinki on an action-packed hop-on, hop-off tour and enjoy sightseeing the fun, flexible and pocket-friendly way. Hop on and off at any of the 22 stops for 24 or 48 hours and visit attractions of your choice. Enjoy pre-recorded commentary on the buses in multiple languages and learn about the history, culture and attractions of the city of Helsinki!

The route covers the most popular neighborhoods, as well as important sights and museums like the Rock Church, Sibelius monument, Kaivopuisto & Eira areas. Not in the mood for hectic sightseeing? Just relax on the bus and enjoy a 1.5-hour drive around the city.

Some of the top attractions covered by the tour are:

• Skywheel Helsinki
• Allas Seapool
• Presidential Palace
• Rock Church
• Löyly Sauna & Restaurant
• Uspenski Cathedral
• Kaivopuisto Park, Seaside
• Lasipalatsi complex,
• Amos Rex Museum
• Kiasma museum

Also included is a 1.5-hour boat cruise that showcases the stunning beauty of the summer archipelago of Helsinki! Sail past the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, the Kaivopuisto Park, the historical neighborhoods of Kruununhaka and Katajanokka, churches, ports, icebreakers, summer cottages and saunas only on Royal Line's Historical Helsinki sightseeing cruise.

Inclusions & Exclusions

• 24/48 hours Hop On Hop Off tickets
• Multi-lingual commentary available in English, Russian, French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Finnish, German, Italian
• Staff on board
• Free Wi-fi on board 
• 1.5 hours cruise
• Admission to attractions, unless specified

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Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

Timings are subject to change. The updated map will be available on the bus.

Helsinki is a functioning city; weather, traffic, and events may occasionally cause disruption.

Due to the presidental visit in Helsinki bus tours can expect delays.

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Good tour of the city, some of the audio outputs didn’t work.

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Remembering the infamous Dave Matthews Band tour bus incident, 20 years later

More than 800 pounds of waste were dumped on a passing boat as a bus went over the kinzie street bridge, by lexi sutter • published august 7, 2024 • updated on august 8, 2024 at 6:43 am.

Thursday marks the 20 th anniversary of an unfortunate incident that happened only in Chicago when the driver of the Dave Matthews Band's tour bus dumped hundreds of pounds of human waste on a passing boat.

There’s a sticker on the Kinzie Street Bridge that’s a reminder of the messy mistake made on Aug. 8, 2004. Dozens of people aboard Chicago’s Little Lady were crossing under the bridge when the driver of a Dave Matthews Band tour bus dumped 800 pounds of human waste.

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The incident never should have happened, but the timing was especially terrible.

“I didn’t even have time to think, or react, my gag reflex just kicked in and I started throwing up,” said Lynn LaPlante .

LaPlante was not on the cruise but driving with her husband a few blocks behind the bus. Making matters worse, LaPlante was pregnant and extremely nauseous.

“All of the sudden it was like driving into a brick wall of smell. I don’t know how else to put it,” she said. “We didn’t see anything visually but when we got out of the car it was all along the side of our car and in the wheel wells, just like raw sewage, just covered.”

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The band’s bus driver eventually admitted to the dumping and was prosecuted. Though the musicians weren’t on the bus, they did try to right the wrong by giving $50,000 to the Chicago Park District and $50,000 to Friends of the Chicago River.

“It contributed to us being able to do the work to do to help people think about the river differently,” Friends of the Chicago River Executive Director Margaret Frisbie said. “There is nothing good that came out of that event because what happened to those people on the boat and is still scarring all these years later.”

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Several aboard Chicago’s First Lady cruises filed lawsuits because of the horror they experienced. The company isn’t commenting publicly out of respect for those people but did offer this statement:

“Our companies have provided acclaimed experiences on Chicago’s waterways for more than 87 years, and we choose to not let what took place that day diminish our contributions in showcasing the city we love with the world.”

As for Lynn, it’s a memory she laughs about. Even now, twenty years later.

“ We’re very divided right now. There’s not a lot we can agree on, it seems I think everyone can agree this is just a weird, funny, hilarious only in Chicago story.”

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Explore idyllic Railay Beach. Photo by Joshua Berida

In my opinion, Thailand’s southern region is like many of the Philippines’ beach and island destinations with their white (or golden) shores, turquoise-tinged waters, limestone formations, and tropical vibe.

One of the places you can visit when you visit the country is Krabi. This area offers all that you’re looking for in a tropical escapade, from chill beaches to delicious food to accommodation across the budget spectrum to nightlife. 

Getting a visa

Filipino passport holders can enter Thailand for up to 30 days visa-free. 

Get into Krabi

There are no direct flights from Manila to Krabi, you’ll have to go through a third country within Southeast Asia, or you can include it in a longer trip around Thailand. You can book a flight from Bangkok to Krabi. If you’re on a budget, you can book an overnight bus from Bangkok through this link and take the bus back to Bangkok after your trip.

Getting around Krabi

You won’t have a difficult time exploring Krabi and surrounding places to visit.

You can rent a motorbike to explore, prices start around Thai Baht (THB) 200-300+++ depending on the model. You can also take public transportation, which is your budget option, but you’ll have to be patient because of the schedule they follow and the interval between rides. You can take a bus or the Songthaew (like a van). You can also hire a tuktuk to get to your destination. Taxis and Grab are also available.

If you’re booking island hopping tours, you’ll ride either a long-tail boat or a speedboat.

Where to stay in Krabi?

Krabi is a big province that’s a popular beach destination. You’ll most likely be looking for accommodation in Krabi Town, Ao Nang, or Railay.

Krabi Province provides visitors with good value accommodation; you can get a good deal on a nice private room for less than THB 1200 or P2000. If you’re just looking for a bed to sleep in, you can find a bed in a hostel dorm for around THB 300 or P500. Railay and Ao Nang offer beachfront (or within walking distance of a beach) guesthouses, resorts, hostels, or hotels. Krabi Town offers similar types of accommodation without the beach. 

You can choose between Agoda or Booking.com (both are my go-to accommodation aggregator sites) to find a place to stay within your budget. You can also book directly with the hotel/hostel/resort if they have their own website.

Nightlife in Krabi

Like in many places in Thailand, you have options when it comes to nightlife in Krabi.

Most of the popular night spots are in Ao Nang and Railay, but you’ll still find some places if you’re staying in Krabi Town. Some of the places you can go to are Bamboo Bar (Ao Nang), Boogie Bar (Ao Nang), Chang Bar (Ao Nang), Tew Lay Bar (Railay), and Reggae Town Bar and Restaurant (Ao Nang) just to name a few. You’ll have a lot of choices because a lot of bars are often along the same street. 

This itinerary assumes you start with one full day.

You’ll most likely arrive in the morning if you took the overnight bus from Bangkok. You can head straight to your accommodation first and leave your things if you can’t check in yet. After resting and eating, you can visit Tiger Cave Temple. You can reach the latter using public transportation. Once at the temple, you can see a huge golden Buddha after climbing more than a thousand steps. You can also get overlooking views from the top. 

You can have lunch in one of the establishments at Ao Nang Beach. You can stay in Ao Nang and use it as your base instead of Krabi Town. If you’re staying in Krabi Town, you can easily reach Ao Nang Beach by booking a ride with Grab or taking public transportation. While in Krabi Town, you can take a picture with the crab statue in town, check out the night market, and take a leisurely stroll along the Pak Nam River. 

Day 2 

A trip to Southern Thailand would be incomplete without island-hopping. You have a variety of packages to choose from — whether you book online or get a tour with an agency somewhere in town.

The package I got included a trip to Tup Island, Poda Island, Railay Beach and Phra Nang Beach. Operators might offer different stops in their itinerary.

However, the highlights for me are Poda Island and the beaches in Railay and Phra Nang. The rock formations you’ll find at each stop are reminiscent of what you see on the beaches of Palawan. Phra Nang Cave is also interesting (you’ll find out why when you visit).

Turquoise waters and the powdery sand are also common descriptions you’ll think of during your trip. You’ll have a chill day sunbathing, swimming, or simply taking a stroll along the shore.

Day 3 

For this day, you’ll start early for another island hopping tour to Maya Bay, Bamboo Island, Pileh Lagoon, Koh Phi Phi Leh, Viking Cave, Koh Phi Phi Don, and Monkey Beach. Island hopping packages often mix these destinations in some form. 

The jewel of this trip is Maya Bay. If you’re old enough to know the movie with Leonardo DiCaprio, you’ll instantly recognize it. If not, it’s still an amazing sight to behold. The towering rock formations, fine white sand, and the cerulean waters will make you stop and stare. However, the government has implemented a cap on the number of visitors. Swimming is no longer allowed. Boats are also not allowed to dock.

Your guides will direct you to get to the beach. You’re allowed to go up to knee deep and no further than that. In the other stops, you’ll do a combination of swimming, snorkeling, exploring, taking photos, sunbathing, and eating. Don’t forget to bring THB 400 (adult) and THB 200 (child) in cash for the entrance fee. Maya Bay will be closed during the low season around August and September. 

*You have the option to spend a night or two in Koh Phi Phi instead of doing just a day trip from Krabi. There are regular boats that travel between Krabi Town and Koh Phi Phi. You’ll have to go to Klong Jilad Pier near Krabi Town, you can check schedules here or just show up at the pier as early as possible. You can also book a ticket through travel agencies in town. 

*Koh Phi Phi has a reputation as a party island. However, you can still find quite a few secluded places when you’re looking for accommodation away from the bars and nightly parties. If you’re looking for nightlife, most parties, clubs, and bars are around Tonsai and Loh Dalum.

Some of the most well-known night spots include Dubliner Irish Pub, Stones Bar and Resto, Stockholm Syndrome, Ibiza Beach Club, Slinky Beach Bar, Carlito’s Bar, and Phi Phi Reggae Bar. You can get drinks, eat, listen to live music, watch games (most likely soccer), DJs playing electronic and house music, fire shows, and dance the night away. Staying in Koh Phi Phi also allows you to visit the nearby islands such as Maya Bay at a slower pace. It’s also small enough to explore on foot.

You have some options for day four in Krabi, you can go on another island hopping tour, go rock climbing, chill at Railay and Phra Nang Beach, or kill time in Ao Nang.

Railay, Phra Nang, and Ao Nang are nice places to kill time after a hectic past few days’ touring and moving from place to place. You don’t need a tour to go to those places. There are boats from Krabi to Railay which you can check here , but you’ll have to go to Ao Nam Mao Pier in Ao Nang first. You can look for a place to stay near Ao Nang for convenience. You can also show up at the pier for schedules and just buy a ticket on the spot.

You can do Railay and Phra Nang Beach for a day because they’re near each other. It’s also convenient to go to Ao Nang Beach if you’re staying in Krabi Town. You can take the jeep-like songthaew to Ao Nang from Krabi or book with Grab. 

You can either go to another place in Thailand such as Phuket, Koh Samui, or return to Bangkok before your flight back to Manila. Depending on the time of your departure, you can buy souvenirs and/or eat at your favorite café or restaurant before leaving. 

How much will you spend?

Krabi (and pretty much most of Thailand) is an affordable destination. However, it’s not super cheap because a lot of Westerners visit. What’s cheap to them might not be cheap for Filipinos. You can still get good value accommodation and food because of the competition among establishments. A budget of up to THB 12,000 or roughly P20,000 for one person includes:

• Bed in a hostel’s dorm room or a budget room shared with at least one other person
• Budget meals with the occasional splurge
• Day tours listed above
• Use of public transportation
• Entrance fees
• Roundtrip overnight bus from Bangkok to Krabi

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Beautiful Canal Cruise Helsinki

Guided boat sightseeing tour.

• Experience the charming Degerö Canal
• Café/bar on board and large sun deck
• Free cancellation 24 h before departure

About this tour

Explore Helsinki's archipelago on the Beautiful Canal Cruise! Enjoy 1.5h tour with sights such as the Suomenlinna Fortress, Helsinki Zoo, icebreakers and the Degerö Canal. Multilingual commentary, café/bar onboard.

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Classic 1,5 h sightseeing cruise in Helsinki archipelago

Departure point:  Market Square, by the yellow flags. Please arrive 15 min. before departure time.

Highlights:  Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Degerö Canal & icebreakers

Good to know:  Audio commentary in 4 languages, written commentary in 12 languages. Choose seating on the sun deck or indoors. Café/bar onboard.

When the Degerö Canal is not accessible due to too low or high sea level, all sightseeing cruises follow the City Highlights Cruise  route.

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On this popular boat sightseeing tour you will get to see the beautiful archipelago and shorelines of Helsinki. From May to September our sightseeing boats take you daily to enjoy the refreshing sea air while experiencing Helsinki from a new point of view.

1,5 h cruise with famous Helsinki sights

During the cruise we pass by many famous sights, such as

• the historic Suomenlinna Sea Fortress
• the Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island
• the impressive fleet of icebreakers
• the picturesque Degerö Canal

Remember to watch your head when we sail under the Hevossalmi bridge! When the sea water level is high, we get so close that you can almost touch it. The bridge is a swing bridge, so don't worry, we wait for it to be opened if the water level gets too high.

Guided canal cruise in several languages

Along the way you will hear fascinating stories about the archipelago. Recorded commentary is available via loudspeakers in Finnish, English, German and Swedish. Written information is available also in Russian, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Estonian, Japanese and Chinese.

Café with beverages and snacks onboard

To make your cruise enjoyable, we always have friendly staff and experienced captains on board. Our ships’ cafes offer beverages and snacks. Check the menu here >> .

Choose your preferred seating

On our cruises you are always welcome to choose your seating freely. Whether you wish to enjoy the 360 degrees view on the sundeck or rather the cosy atmosphere in the café, the choice is yours (and changing your mind during the cruise is OK too!). In every case our pro tip is to wear layers and sun screen - that way you are prepared for any Finnish summer weather.

Book your tickets in advance online

The Beautiful Canal Cruise is perfect programme for families, friends and groups of all sizes. To ensure your seat on the cruise, get your ticket via the green "BOOK" button or, if you are traveling with a larger group, please contact our sales team for payment by invoice option. 

Fostering responsible tourism with our Beautiful Canal Cruise

To support our commitment to responsible tourism, we at Stromma have integrated eco-friendly practices to bolster the sustainability of our tours and services. Opting for forward-thinking solutions like interactive online maps, which replace traditional printed brochures, and choosing to showcase your pre-purchased tickets and vouchers on your mobile device screen instead of printing them, are just a couple of the ways you as our guest can actively contribute to a more positive impact.

For our dedication to sustainability we have been awarded with the Travelife Certified status. This reward extends to both our Beautiful Canal Cruise and the Helsinki Sightseeing brand. Come join us in exploring the stunning Helsinki archipelago!

Departures from Market Square, by the yellow flags. Season: May-September. Timetable available below.

In case of the Degerö canal not being accessible for our boats for example due to too low water level, the City Highlights Cruise acts as an alternative route.

Where does this boat tour start?

The departure point of the Beautiful Canal Cruise is located at the Market Square. Just look for the yellow flags with the text "SIGHTSEEING" on them.

Is the Beautiful Canal Cruise included in the Helsinki Card? Do I need to reserve a seat?

The Beautiful Canal Cruise boat tour is included in your Helsinki Card. You don't need to make any seat reservations. Please present your Helsinki Card at the departure point when boarding the boat.

How do I choose my tour language?

This sightseeing cruise has recorded commentary through loudspeakers in four languages: Finnish, English, Swedish and German. You don't have to choose a language. There are printed route maps with written commentary in 12 languages available in the boat's cafe.

Is the Beautiful Canal sightseeing cruise accessible?

- The Beautiful Canal Cruise is operated by a variety of vessels. Especially if you are a wheelchair user, please contact our sales department in advance to check the specific conditions on your preferred departure date and time. - With the EU Disability Card an adult assistant accompanies the card holder for free (the card holder pays normal price). Please present the card at the departure point to get the free ticket for the assistant. - There are seats both in the cafeteria/indoor area of the boat as well as on the sun deck - There are unisex toilets available on each of the boats. The toilets are located downstairs in the ship's cafe. The toilets are not wheelchair-accessible. - Children's prams and pushchairs are allowed on the boat. Please note that you will have to carry the pram/puschair a few steps up or down the stairs. - Assistance dogs are allowed on the boat - The cruise commentary is available through loudspeakers. Written route information is available in the ship's cafe in several languages. - The water level affects the accessibility conditions especially at the departure point and the conditions might change unexpectedly If you have any questions regarding accessibility on our tours, please contat our customer service at [email protected] or tel. +358 9 2288 1600.

Can I bring my (service) dog with me?

On our sightseeing cruises, dogs are allowed on the sun decks of the boats if they do not cause any inconvenience to other customers. Service and assistance dogs are always permitted also in the indoor areas.

Is there a café on the boat?

Yes, all our sightseeing boats have cafés onboard. You can purchase hot and cold drinks and sweet and savory snacks. The cafés are fully licensed.

Is there a WC/restroom on the boat?

Yes, all our sightseeing boats have WC/restroom in the boat's cafe.

Can I pay by credit card or by cash at the departure point or oboard the boat?

Yes, we accept both payments by major credit cards and by cash both at the departure point and in the café/bar onboard the boat. Please note that we accept only Euros (€) when paying by cash.

May I bring my own food or drinks onboard the boat?

We kindly ask guests to consider purchasing refreshments from our onboard cafes, where a variety of hot and cold drinks, as well as snacks, are available. Supporting our onboard services helps us maintain the quality and cleanliness of our vessels for everyone's enjoyment. Please be aware that our boats are licensed to serve alcoholic beverages. Therefore, in accordance with licensing regulations, guests are not permitted to bring their own alcoholic beverages onboard.

Are there any stops during the boat tour? Can I get off at the Suomenlinna Fortress?

This boat sightseeing tour starts and ends at the Market Square. There are no stops during the cruise.

Will the tour be cancelled if it rains?

No, the cruise is available also on bad weather. There are seats available indoors in the boat's café.

Is it possible to book the whole boat for my private event?

Absolutely! Charter cruises are available throughout the sailing season May-September. For arrangements, please contact our sales department: tel. +358 9 2288 1200 or [email protected]

Is there a parking near the departure point?

Parking options in the Market Square area are very limited. We recommend arriving on foot, by public transportation, or renting a city bike.

Season: May 1 - September 30, 2024 Daily departures from Market Square, by the yellow flags

Sep 2 - 8, 2024 Daily at 10:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 16:30 Sep 9, 2024 At 10:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30

Sep 10 - 12, 2024 Daily at 10:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 16:30

Sep 13 - Sep 14, 2024 Daily at 10:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, Saturdays also at 16:30

Sep 15 - Sep 30, 2024 Daily at 10:30, 12:30, 14:30, Saturdays also at 16:30 Extra departures on Sep 17, 21, 25 and 26 Departures on these dates at 10:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, Sat also at 16:30

The boat arrives to the pier ca. 30 min before departure time.

Click 'BOOK' and check the booking calendar to see the available departure dates. You'll see the departure times after you've chosen the date, how many persons and clicked 'Next'.

EXCEPTIONS ON ROUTES & TIMETABLES

Please note! Delays or changes on tour routes and timetables are possible due to public events, road works, etc. 

Hop On-Hop Off

• New route starting from September 2 , 2024 until the end of the season: due to road works in the city, stop 16 will move from the Olympic Stadium to National Opera. 
• Season extended: Hop On-Hop Off available daily until October 5 , 2024
• You will always find the closest bus & bus stop on our Hop On-Hop Off Live Map

Beautiful Canal Cruise

• No departure on  September 13 at 13:30
• Extra departures on September 17, 21, 25 and 26 at 13:30

City Highlights Cruise

• No departure on September 13 at 15:30
• Extra departures on September 17, 21, 25 and 26 at 11:30, 15:30 September 28 at 11:30

Pizza Cruise & Evening Cruise  

Helsinki Panorama Sightseeing

Beautiful Canal Cruise departure point:

Market Square departure point The departure point for the sightseeing cruises and evening cruises is at the Helsinki Market Square, Kolera-allas. The ticket kiosk is open May-Sep according to the cruise departure times. The departure point is indicated with yellow SIGHTSEEING flags. Read about Departure Points & Ticket Shops Address: Eteläranta, 00170 Helsinki

Cafeteria onboard

Indulge yourself with a hot or cold beverage or some tasty snacks. Our ships’ cafes are at your service! Check the menu here!

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