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Helsinki Tram Tour: Public Transportation Exploration with a City Planner
4.9
34 Ratings
Helsinki
Explore Helsinki like a local on a tram tour with a city planner. Discover hidden locations, impressive architecture, and enjoy an authentic experience with public transportation.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Senate Square - .
- Kaivopuisto - A picturesque urban park where we will check the views to the archipelago
- Huvilakatu - One of the most colourful streets of Helsinki with urban villas from late 19th-early 20th century
- Iso Roobertinkatu - A busy street full of life (cafes, restaurants, second hand shops, bars) in the middle of the design district.
- Johannes Church - The largest stone church in Finland opened in 1891.
- Design Museum - Design Museum is one of the oldest museums in the world devoted to design and showcases the best examples of Finnish design from 1870 to the present day
- Mannerheimintie - The main boulevard and the backbone of city centre Helsinki
- Baana - Baana is bicycle and pedestrian path that was created on a former railway site
- Kansalaistori - A popular square in the city centre surrounded by public buildings and used for events, festivals, protests and marches
- Central Library Oodi - Central Library Oodi is one of the most important public buildings in Helsinki which provides a large variety of services in a non-commercial urban public space that is open to everybody.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Public tour
- 24-hour local transportation ticket
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Helsinki’s trams are a standout feature, boasting of a history that goes back to 1891 and making them one of the oldest operational tram networks globally. In the heart of the city, trams are the preferred mode of public transport for residents. Helsinki is a city where everything operates smoothly, and public transport is no different. The efficiency of its public transport is renowned, recognised not just in Europe but globally. Embark on this journey to explore diverse areas of this splendid city, experiencing it as a local would by utilising the famed tram system. Discover Helsinki through local transportation for an unhurried, genuine experience, uncovering hidden spots that might not feature on typical tour routes. These include secret parks, beaches, attractive cafes, flea markets, breathtaking vistas and, of course, the stunning architecture. Plus, you’ll retain your day ticket for public transit, which stays valid for 24 hours.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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
4.9
(34 Ratings)
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Dawnjohnpow
Jul 4, 2024
Tram/ walking tour - best tour I have ever been on - Amazing. Best tour I have ever been on. So much info packed into a short time in a fun and interactive manner Loved that he discussed issues in a respectful manner while giving us information on the present day situation. The modern library is a must see and he is so excited to show it off.
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733milissar
Jun 21, 2024
Helsinki Tram Tour - Unique Way to Get to Know Helsinki - We thoroughly enjoyed the tram tour of Helsinki. The tour gave us a unique perspective on the city, showing us a wide variety of locations via the city’s trams. Our guide, Emek, provided a breadth of knowledge of Helsinki’s transportation, history and culture. We left feeling we knew Helsinki that much better and were equipped to navigate the city on our own for the rest of our stay. Thanks, Emek, for a wonderful experience!
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Michael_r
Jun 15, 2024
Do it! - I’d do it again! Great overview of Helskini and the day to day lives of locals. Highly recommended tour!
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Tourist310449
Jun 2, 2024
5-star architectural, cultural and historical introduction to Helsinki by a pro - Emek exceeded our expectations. He shared his knowledge about Finnish/Russian/Swedish history and culture; provided interesting anecdotes that underscored several points me made and answered every question we raised. It was fun to share urban issues we experienced in San Francisco and how Helsinki solved or avoided the same issues through better planning and policies. He delivered a tour from the point of view of an architect and urban planner that included some of the architectural and historical highlights of Finland, not a generic check-the-box tourist tour. He even provided some restaurant recommendations and the best vintage shops. We can’t recommend Emek enough. 5+ stars
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Tourist310449
May 27, 2024
Excellent architectural/historical tour by an architect/urban planner that was fun and super informative. - Emek exceeded our expectations. He shared his knowledge about Finnish/Russian/Swedish history and culture; provided interesting anecdotes that underscored several points he made and answered every question we raised. It was fun to share urban issues we experienced in San Francisco and how Helsinki solved or avoided the same issues through better planning. He delivered a tour from the point of view of an architect and urban planner that included some of the architectural highlights of Finland, not a generic check-the-box tourist tour. He even responded to our questions about restaurant recommendations and the best vintage shops. We can't recommend him enough! 5 stars+!!
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157redas
May 24, 2024
Amazing tour - The tour was excellent and tour guide was so knowledgable and friendly. Everyone felt so great like friends. It was nice to explore different places and get to know some history.
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Philct4738iy
Apr 11, 2024
Helsinki Tram Tour with a City Planner - I’m a City Planning Commissioner with over 15 years experience. Emek made my eyes water with his knowledge of Helsinki history and current planning and policy making. Highly educated, highly experienced. Besides contributing to the City as a professional he does these tours for fun! We lucked out finding him. Highly recommended!!!
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Angie
Oct 22, 2023
Interesting and informative tour. - Great tour guide, Emek. Knowledgeable and relaxed approach. Easy to understand with lots of interesting information about the locations on the tour and about Helsinki and Finland.
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Meander54550493139
Sep 29, 2023
Excellently guided tram tour in Helsinki - Helsinki was the last stop on our travel itinerary. The guided tram tour by Emek in Helsinki was one of the best experiences. A very knowledgeable guide, who did not pass on a single question. The additional information on the Finnish culture was very helpful to better understand why certain things the way they are in Finland. Definitely recommendable.
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376johne376
Sep 21, 2023
Fantastic tour - highly recommended - Fantastic tour — highly recommended. Emek has a perfectly planned walk to show historical and cultural sites around Helsinki. What sets his tour apart is to weave in the historical significance of the buildings on the tour. And he’s quite adept at delving into a lot of different topics. Plus he keeps his tours small so it has a nice intimate feel.
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