Helsinki Harbour

The port of Helsinki

The port of Helsinki opens onto the Baltic Sea, in the heart of the town turned towards the waters. The Helsinki audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this lively seafront, the point of departure towards the islands and the Suomenlinna fortress.

The seafront turned towards the Baltic

The port of Helsinki, by the Baltic Sea, is the maritime heart of the Finnish capital. Built on a peninsula and surrounded by an archipelago of islands, Helsinki has always been turned towards the sea, and its port plays an essential role in the life of the town. The South Harbour, facing the Market Square and lined with elegant buildings, is the liveliest: it is from there that the ferries and boats leave towards the neighbouring islands, notably the maritime fortress of Suomenlinna, listed as world heritage, as well as towards the countries bordering the Baltic. A place of life, commerce and leisure, the port embodies the deep link between Helsinki and the sea.

What to see

Here you enjoy the lively seafront, facing the Market Square and lined with elegant buildings, from where the ferries leave towards the islands, notably the Suomenlinna fortress, and the Baltic countries. The port embodies the link of Helsinki with the sea. It is a pleasant stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The port of Helsinki extends in the heart of the town, facing the Market Square, reachable on foot and by public transport. The quays are public spaces freely accessible; the ferries and boats towards the islands follow their own hours. The promenade is particularly pleasant in fine weather.

From where do the ferries leave at the port of Helsinki?

From the South Harbour, facing the Market Square, the ferries leave towards the neighbouring islands, notably the maritime fortress of Suomenlinna listed as world heritage, and towards the countries bordering the Baltic.

Where is the port of Helsinki?

In the heart of Helsinki, facing the Market Square, by the Baltic Sea, in Finland.