Discover the highlights of Helsinki on this popular 1 hour 45 minute audio-guided bus tour, thoughtfully designed for the winter season. Whether you're visiting for the first time or just short on time, this tour offers a relaxed and informative way to experience the city's most iconic sights, all from the warmth of a modern sightseeing bus.
Departing daily from the centrally located Senate Square, the tour takes you past Helsinki's most famous landmarks, including the historical city center, Market Square, Kaivopuisto Park, the Olympic Stadium, and the impressive Sibelius Monument. As the bus continues along Mannerheimintie, Helsinki's main boulevard, you'll see cultural and architectural gems such as the Opera House, Finlandia Hall, the National Museum, Parliament House, the Music Centre, and the Central Library Oodi.
Along the way, the bus makes two short photostops at carefully selected locations:
- Löyly, a striking wooden design sauna and restaurant with a scenic sea view
- Sibelius Monument, one of Helsinki's most beloved landmarks dedicated to the famous Finnish composer
The Helsinki Panorama Tour is a stess-free experience. The tour bus waits for you at each photostop, so you can step out, take photos, and rejoin the same vehicle to continue your journey. Just check the departure time with the driver before leaving the bus. As the bus remains with you throughout the tour, there's no waiting for the arrival of next bus or worrying about schedules - you'll return to the Senate Square in 1 hour and 45 minutes after the departure!
The tour features audio commentary in 11 languages, complete with sound effects that bring Helsinki's history and culture to life. A single-use set of earphones is included with your ticket. The available tour languages include Chinese, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish.
For your convenience, the bus is equipped with free onboard Wi-Fi and a live map to follow the route in real time.
If you have a Helsinki Card, the Panorama Sightseeing tour is included. Simply show your valid card when boarding. No separate reservation is needed.