Bars on the move: "Things are changing!"
Nightlife by liia (08 January 2003)
In the true spirit of trends, nothing remains the same for extented periods of time. Thus many old favorites on Uudenmaankatu are closing their doors as new nightlife shows up elsewhere in the city. As an example, a group of bars have opened near th...more
Seurasaari: "Old buildings and rocky beaches"
Attractions by mihuhtal (06 September 2001)
Just a couple of kilometers from the center of Helsinki, there's a small island which hosts an open-air museum. There are 85 old farmhouses and cottages (from 18th to 20th century) from different provinces all over Finland. Although it's quite fun to...more
Artotheque in the Richardinkatu Library: "Rent a painting"
Shopping by mihuhtal (29 August 2001)
If you plan to stay in Helsinki for a couple of months and are looking for some art to cover the sterile white walls in your student flat, you can go to the Richardinkatu Library which hosts Taidelainaamo (artotheque). Artotheque is a service provide...more
Kiseleff's Bazaar: "Unique presents"
Shopping by mihuhtal (29 August 2001)
In one of the Empire buildings by the Senate Square (i.e. the square of the Lutheran Cathedral), you can find one of the best kept secrets in Helsinki, Kiseleff's Bazaar. The bazaar is occupied by small stands selling handicrafts and souvenirs on two...more
Linnanmäki Amusement Park: "Best views"
Attractions by mihuhtal (08 August 2001)
If you want to see Helsinki from air, go to the Linnanmäki Amusement Park and line up to one of its attractions, such as Space Shot or Vuoristorata (Mountain Rail). Since Linnanmäki is located on a hill close to the center of Helsinki, you can see fa...more
In the true spirit of trends, nothing remains the same for extented periods of time. Thus many old favorites on Uudenmaankatu are closing their doors as new nightlife shows up elsewhere in the city. As an example, a group of bars have opened near th...
If you plan to stay in Helsinki for a couple of months and are looking for some art to cover the sterile white walls in your student flat, you can go to the Richardinkatu Library which hosts Taidelainaamo (artotheque). Artotheque is a service provide...