Suomenlinna
UNESCO World Heritage sea fortress spread across several islands, reached by ferry.
Helsinki Card
Top attractions free of charge · Suomenlinna, museums & public transport included
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The Helsinki Card is the sightseeing pass for Helsinki. With one pass you visit the top attractions free of charge - from Suomenlinna to the Ateneum - travel by bus, tram and metro, and join a city sightseeing tour. Available for 24 or 48 hours.
- Instant confirmation by email
- Public transport included
- Voucher to present on arrival
Helsinki Card
All benefits at a glance
With the Helsinki Card you explore Helsinki for one fixed price - top sights, public transport and tours all in one pass.
Free entry to top attractions
Free entry once to 30+ museums and sights, from Suomenlinna and the Ateneum to the Design Museum.
Public transport included
Free travel on bus, tram, metro, local train and the Suomenlinna ferry across the HSL network, for the full validity period.
Sightseeing tours included
In summer the Hop-on Hop-off bus, in winter the Panorama bus tour, plus boat cruises and discounts on further activities.
How it works
Helsinki Card in 4 steps
With the Helsinki Card you explore Helsinki at your own pace - free entry to the sights, public transport included, and tours, all in one pass.
- 1
Book online
Choose your validity (24 or 48 hours) on Tiqets and book securely online. You receive your voucher instantly by email. - 2
Collect the card
In Helsinki, exchange your voucher for the physical Helsinki Card, for example at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or in the city centre. - 3
Activate the card
Validity starts only on first use at an attraction or on public transport - so you choose the moment. - 4
Explore Helsinki
Show the card at the entrance or hold it to the HSL card reader on public transport. More details on the How it works page.
Highlights
Free with the Helsinki Card
With the Helsinki Card you visit 30+ attractions once at no extra cost. A selection:
Ateneum Art Museum
Finland's National Gallery with art from the 18th century to the modern era.
Kiasma
Museum of Contemporary Art in the heart of the city.
National Museum of Finland
The history of Finland from prehistoric times to the present day.
Korkeasaari Zoo
Helsinki's island zoo - one of the most northerly zoos in the world.
Design Museum
Finnish design from the classic era to the present day.
Plus public transport included, and 30+ further attractions and tours. View all attractions.
Please note: the provider may change the programme at short notice — the binding list is the one shown when you book.
Public Transport
Use public transport in Helsinki with ease on the Helsinki Card - simply show your card and travel.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Helsinki Card
The most important questions about the Helsinki Card. All answers are on the FAQ page. Note: when you buy you receive a voucher that you exchange for the physical card in Helsinki.
What is included in the Helsinki Card?+
The Helsinki Card gives you free entry once to 30+ sights and museums, sightseeing tours (Hop-on Hop-off bus in summer, Panorama bus tour in winter) and discounts. It also includes unlimited public transport. More on the FAQ page.
How do I get the card after buying?+
You receive a voucher by email that you exchange for the physical Helsinki Card in Helsinki, for example at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or in the city centre. The digital card is delivered directly by email. Details on the FAQ page.
When does validity start?+
The validity of 24 or 48 hours starts only on first use, whether at an attraction or on public transport. If you activate a 48-hour card on Wednesday at 14:00, it is valid until Friday at 14:00.
Is public transport included?+
Yes. The Helsinki Card is valid across the HSL public transport network - on bus, tram, metro, local train and the Suomenlinna ferry. More on the public transport page.
Can I cancel?+
Unactivated cards can be cancelled within the stated period via your booking channel. Once the card has been activated or collected, no refund is possible. The cancellation terms on your voucher are authoritative.
Ready for Helsinki?
Get the Helsinki Card, collect it in Helsinki and visit 30+ attractions free of charge.