Helsinki Canals Boat Tour

4.8
(10 Reviews)

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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Experience Highlights

Discover one of the most iconic faces of the city with this boat tour of Helsinki's canals. Aboard a comfortable sightseeing boat, you'll cruise along the canals on a relaxing cruise lasting approximately 1.5 hours.

You'll find out more about the different points of the itinerary thanks to the audio guide commentary on board, in addition to the written tourist information at your disposal. For added convenience, the boat also has free Wi-Fi .

  • See some of the city 's main tourist attractions from the water.
  • Listen to fascinating facts about Helsinki's history as you cruise along the water
  • Choose to enjoy the ride from the indoor cabin or from the open-air upper deck.

What’s included

  • Boat tour of Helsinki's canals of about 1.5 hours
  • Wi-Fi connection on board
  • Audio guide on board
  • Written tourist information

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Step by Step

This boat tour of Helsinki's canals will take you to see some of the main sights of the city and its islands from a different perspective. You will learn more about the history of Helsinki thanks to the interesting commentary of the audio guide on board.

In addition, you'll have plenty of other written tourist information at your disposal so you won't miss out on what the city has to offer. During this relaxing ride of approximately 1.5 hours, you will sail close to the main tourist attractions of the area:

  • Korkeasaari Island, where the Helsinki Zoo is located.
  • Sights such as Hevossalmi Strait, Villinki Island or Vartiosaari Island
  • The Suomenlinna sea fortress, a huge 18th century building that stretches along several smaller islands, and its military base.
  • The Degerö Canal, built in the late 19th century to provide easier passage to one of Helsinki's inner archipelagos.

You will have time to take some spectacular souvenir photos as the cruise progresses. It is up to you whether you prefer to enjoy the ride from the inside cabin or from the upper deck of the ship. For added convenience, Wi-Fi is available on board throughout the cruise.

Reviews

4.8
· 10 Reviews
  • M
    M.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The cruise has breathtaking views, perfect for the whole family.
  • A
    A.
    4
    (0 Reviews)
    Overall, this cruise was a wonderful way to explore Helsinki and its surroundings from a unique perspective. I highly recommend this activity to those who want to relax, learn about the history of the city and enjoy breathtaking views.
  • C
    C.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    Being able to enjoy a drink from the bar on board added a special touch to the experience. I felt very relaxed as I savoured my drink and enjoyed the ever-changing scenery.
  • A
    A.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    During the cruise, we also passed places like Korkeasaari Zoo and Katajanokka Island. It was exciting to see these sites from the water and capture some memorable photos.
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