Otaniemi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Helsinki Zoo
Explore the planet’s wildest environments and discover the animals that live in this zoo, one of only a few in the world located on an island.
Kauppatori Market Square
Shop for locally made handicrafts, gourmet Finnish food, souvenirs and many more exceptional items in this famous market in the center of Helsinki.
Senate Square
Snap photos of the fascinating buildings surrounding this huge square, which is the cultural center of politics, religion and science in the city.
Activities
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
From Helsinki: Nuuksio National Park Hiking Tour with Food
Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)
Helsinki: Floating Experience in a Survival Suit
Helsinki: Small-Group Walking Tour with City Planner Guide
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Other neighbourhoods around Otaniemi
Lantinen District
Noted for its seaside views and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lantinen District. Top attractions like Vermon Arena and Seurasaari Open Air Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mäkkylä Station or Korppaanmaki Station to see more of the city.
Leppavaara
Discover Leppavaara, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in Leppavaara include Sello Shopping Centre and Vermon Arena, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Kilo Station.
Ruoholahti
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Ruoholahti. Top attractions like Ruoholahti Shopping Center and Dance House are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Salmisaari Station or Kaapelitehdas Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Taka-Toolo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Taka-Toolo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Korjaamo Cultural Factory, and catch the metro at Toolon Halli Station or Kansanelakelaitos Station to see more of the area.
Jatkasaari
While you're in Jatkasaari, take in top sights like West Harbour Terminal or Helsinki West Terminal, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saukonpaasi Tram Stop or Saukonkatu Tram Station.
Töölö
If you're spending time in Töölö, check out sights like Finnish National Opera or Sibelius Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Toolontori Station or Hesperian Puisto Station.