Helsinki Architecture Tour: Explore Architectural Wonders with a City Planner

Discover the architectural wonders of Helsinki on a guided tour with a city planner. Explore neoclassical, Art Nouveau, modernist, and contemporary styles in a compact city center.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Senate Square - .
  • Helsinki Cathedral - .
  • The National Library of Finland - .
  • Jugendsali - .
  • Pohjola Insurance Building - .
  • The Esplanadi Park - .
  • Academic Bookstore (Akateeminen Kirjakauppa) - .
  • Rautatalo - .
  • Helsinki Central Railway Station - .
  • Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma - .
  • **Helsinki…
What's Included
  • Local expert guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Helsinki is a treasure trove for those passionate about architecture. It’s a rare urban landscape that boasts such an abundance of architectural styles as Helsinki does; from neoclassical and gothic revival, through its unparalleled collection of Art Nouveau and Jugendstil, to Nordic classicism, modernism, functionalism, and even contemporary styles all…

Location
Aleksanterinkatu 9
Aleksanterinkatu
Meeting point address: Aleksanterinkatu 9B, 00100, Helsinki. The meeting point is the corner of Aleksanterinkatu street and Kluuvikatu street, in front of Aleksanterinkatu no 9B, Nanso Clothing Store (outside). Guide will be waiting for you at this point.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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V6544cdsamanthas
Aug 13, 2025
An excellent way to understand Helsinki and Finland! - Fantastic tour! My friend and I learned so much about Finnish history through architecture and the design of the city, through the ages. Emek is incredibly knowledgeable and skillfully fielded a variety of questions. You can tell that he’s very passionate about his subject matter and we’re grateful that he was able to share what he knows with us. I highly recommend spending a few hours in Helsinki on this tour - you’ll develop a greater appreciation of the city through this experience.
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Hanschristianknudsen
Aug 13, 2025
Helsinki's history, urban planning and funny stories - "Super cool tur. Mr. Ataman knows everything you need to know about Finland, Helsinki, the relationship with Russia, the dramatic history, etc. Do not hesitate to participate"
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Mingwen_c
Aug 6, 2025
Most rewarding local tour experiences we've had! - This was hands down one of the most rewarding local tour experiences we've had! Emek brought incredible insight into Finland’s history, politics, and economy, giving us a much deeper appreciation for the country. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore Helsinki through a local lens!
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Culture39422017218
Jul 24, 2025
More than just an architectural tour - Emek not only showed us exciting buildings in the city during three hours, but also gave us exciting insights into Finnish language and history as well as everyday life. A visit to the new city library was the crowning achievement. Highly recommended and also bookable as a private tour.
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951margoa
Jun 10, 2025
Excellent Walking guided tour - We all learned a great deal about Finnish culture and the incredible buildings in Helsinki. Emek was a wonderful tour guide, responding to our many comparisons with Chicago architecture and sharing his love and understanding of an incredible city. Wish we had booked more time with him!
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Lghouse
May 8, 2025
Enthusiastic Helsinki Architecture Tour - Our guide, Emek, gave us an excellent, in-depth overview of select Helsinki buildings. He wove Finland’s historical, architectural and cultural background into his tour. We would highly recommend taking Emek’s tour for his insight and enthusiasm!
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Diane_d
May 4, 2025
Architecture Tour - One of the best tours I’ve ever attended. The guide’s knowledge of architecture and Helsinki is excellent. My sister and I enjoyed the trip very much. You are missing out if you don’t book this tour! Helsinki has amazing architecture.
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Jamesyj3718sd
Apr 23, 2025
Excellent Tour! - Engaging tour of key buildings representing Finnish architectural styles with historical context. My Finnish spouse loved it and came away with new understanding of what she thought she knew of Helsinki’s history and development as a capital city. Highly recommended!
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Claudiabf6503yv
Apr 15, 2025
Super guided tour in Helsinki! - The tour was amazing! We learned a lot of things, laughed a lot and enjoyed a wonderful time. Emek is what I call a super guide! The tour was very interesting and time flew way too quickly!
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Jamie_v
Jun 10, 2025
Great tour - Emek was a great tour guide with SO much knowledge! He can literally answer any question you have about the city and Finland.
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From $56
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).