Hietalahti Travel Guide
Helsinki
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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.
Finlandia Hall
Attend an international music event and take a guided tour of this multipurpose Helsinki venue to learn about its significant architectural history.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the acclaimed art galleries 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.
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.
Things to do
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket
Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Top hotels in Hietalahti
Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel, Helsinki
We really enjoyed our stay at the Seaside location. The room was comfortable and the buffet breakfast was excellent. The hotel is close to transit and the West Harbour Terminal. It’s our second time staying here and we enjoyed it as much as the first time!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Home Hotel Jugend
Courteous staff.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Aleksanteri Hotel, Helsinki
Great clean and quiet hotel. The staff were helpful and friendly and the city centre and marina are in walking distance.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Marski by Scandic
Great location, good size room
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
I love staying at this hotel anytime I come to Helsinki. The service is amazing, and the location right outside the central train station is unbeatable. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable, and the breakfast buffet has great selection. Most any place I wanted to go was a short walk, tram, or ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Nice Hotel. Quiet when above ground floor, nice corridors. Room was clean - but small. Disappointed that initially there was no table in the room, I had to commandeer one from the corridor. No fridge either, but staff were happy to store some items in their fridge for me. Lovely bed with spotless ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hietalahti
Punavuori
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Punavuori. Top attractions like Sinebrychoff Art Museum and Museum of Foreign Art are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Iso Roobertinkatu Station or Viiskulma Station to see more of the city.
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.
Kaartinkaupunki
Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Kaartinkaupunki. You can visit top attractions like Design Museum and Kauppatori Market Square, and jump on the metro at Kolmikulma Station or Etelaranta Station to see more of the city.
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.
Kluuvi
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Kluuvi. If sightseeing is on the list, Helsinki Central Library Oodi is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station to see more of the area.
Kaisaniemi
While visiting Kaisaniemi, you might make a stop by sights like Kaisaniemen Kasvitieteellinen Puutarha and Kaunissaari Island.
