Otaniemi Travel Guide
Helsinki
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.
Veikkaus Arena
Catch an event at Veikkaus Arena during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Helsinki Ice Hall
Catch an event at Helsinki Ice Hall during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this culturally rich area.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket
Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)
Top hotels in Otaniemi
Marski by Scandic
Room was clean, great selection of breakfast buffet and nice hotel staff.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Very centrally located hotel. Staff was very nice and the breakfast, while not included in my room price was worth it. The bed was very comfortable as were the -pillows which often complain about.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Smart and cosy room and yet comfy. Conveniently located between airport and the city centre.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Comfort Hotel Helsinki Airport
Perfect, convenient and cosssssyyyyyy!!! Rooms are modern, clean and warm with heated flooring in the bathroom. Breakfast is delicious - full buffet! You won’t regret it!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Noli Katajanokka
The room was clean and staff was attentive to answer our questions. The facility has many things you can enjoy and has a nice interior overall. 3 minutes walk to the tram and closeby groceries stores.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Very nice room. Clean and spacious. Staff very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Otaniemi
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 Mäkkylä Station.
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 Finlandia Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Toolontori Station or Hesperian Puisto Station.
Kamppi
Travellers choose Kamppi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Tennispalatsi Finnkino Cinema.
Pasila
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Pasila. Mall of Tripla is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Pasilan asema Tram Stop or Esterinportti Station to see more of the city.
