Kaarela Travel Guide
Helsinki
Popular places to visit
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
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 Archipelago: Sightseeing Boat Tour
Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)
From Helsinki: Nuuksio National Park Half-Day Trip
Top hotels in Kaarela
Marski by Scandic
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Hobo Helsinki
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Radisson RED Helsinki
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kaarela
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.
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.
Aviapolis
While you're in Aviapolis, take in top sights like Finnish Aviation Museum or Jumbo Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema Station.
Keskinen District
The churches and live music are just a few things visitors like about Keskinen District. Helsinki City Library and Iittala Outlet Arabia are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Paavalin Kirkko Station or Makelanrinne Station to get around the larger area.
Veromies
When in Veromies and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Finnish Aviation Museum or Jumbo Shopping Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema 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.
Hotels Near Kaarela, Helsinki
- Haaga Hotels
- Lantinen District Hotels
- Pohjoinen Suurpiiri Hotels
- Pitajanmaki Hotels
- Myyrmaki Hotels
- Oulunkyla Hotels
- Etela-Kaarela Hotels
- Pakila Hotels
- Kannelmäki Hotels
- Malminkartano Hotels
- Konala Hotels
- Pirkkola Hotels
- Haltiala Hotels
- Reimarla Hotels
- Tuomarinkylä Hotels
- Lassila Hotels
- Hakuninmaa Hotels
- Maununneva Hotels
- Länsi-Pakila Hotels
- Kuninkaantammi Hotels