Location: Helsinki
Top Things to do in Helsinki
Top Restaurants in Helsinki
The 10 Best Shopping in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sitting on the edge of the Baltic, the modern, cosmopolitan city of Helsinki is the World Design Capital for 2012. The beauty of the surrounding nature blends seamlessly with high-tech achievements and contemporary trends. Walking tours of the city center show layers of history, while modern architecture and cutting-edge style stake the city's claim to the future. Choose Helsinki during its endless summer days or get adventurous on crisp, snowy winter nights.
Restaurants in Helsinki
1. Gem vintage & 2nd hand
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Gem vintage & second hand is a shop in Kallio, Helsinki that sells items from mid-century up to today. We take pride in selecting quality vintage and second hand around the world for our customers. Come on over for unique and surprising clothing and accessories in the laid back environment of our small shop.
2. Annantalo Arts Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
3. Old Market Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,043 reviews
Reviewed By MikaelM786
The old original indoor market hall of Helsinki in the southern harbour in city center is a very beuatiful, historical buliding. Still in use as a market for various food, nice cafeterias. Delicious local and international fresh food and dishes, berries, vegetables, fruits, cheese, bread, fish, sandwiches, salads, ice cream etc. Nice and cool in summer time.
4. Galerie Forsblom
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By AriHelsinki - Helsinki, Finland
Always interesting artworks. This gallery offers world class contemporary art. Highly recommended. Finnish and international artists. Always selected with good taste.
5. Moomin Shop, Itis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
The Moomin Shop offers a wide range of Moomin products. We have Moomin clothing, cups, toys, books and all kind of gifts for everyone – and we always offer complimentary gift-wrapping! Come visit our Moomin Shop and experience the magic of the Moomins!
6. Hakaniemi Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,216 reviews
Reviewed By EJW3
Hakaniemi Market is set along the waterfront and features countless vendors selling fresh produce, fish and other local food, clothing, jewelry, local goods, and handmade crafts. During our visit, there was live music, the vendors and people were friendly and fun, the food was very good, the crafts and jewelry were unique and very nice, the prices were reasonable, and the atmosphere was relaxed and fun. Overall, we enjoyed strolling through the market.
7. Kauppatori
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,082 reviews
Reviewed By travelsbysss - Singapore, Singapore
Loved this place. Enjoyed browsing through the many food stalls - try the berries and also the fish dishes (salmon, herring, etc. with potatoes and vegetables). Had fun browsing through the handicrafts and souvenirs as well! And of course, many people relaxing by the seafront.
8. Stockmann Department Store
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 802 reviews
Founded in 1862, Stockmann is the largest department store in Scandinavia. Here you can find everything you need, for example delicious food, latest fashion, design and souvenirs. The flagship of the department store chain, located in the heart of Helsinki, offers more than 50,000 square meters of shopping space across ten floors. Stockmann is famous for its wide selection of products and excellent customer service. Besides the flagship store, you can feel the Stockmann spirit at five other Stockmann department stores in Finland: Tapiola, Itis and Jumbo in the metropolitan region, as well as in two other cities, Tampere and Turku.
Reviewed By Ghadeer2014 - Kuwait City, Kuwait
Visiting Stockmann, the largest department store in the Nordic countries, is a must on your visit to Helsinki. This is huge place with 10 floors. The selection is varied from luxury brands to everyday grocery. You could have a nice break at Fazer 8th Floor. SEE photos. SEE my review of Fazer 8th Floor
9. Hietalahti Market Square
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By 4rochellew - Leeds, United Kingdom
The market Square in Helsinki is a must if your a foodie! The fresh berries and vegetables were beautifully displayed. One food I tried at the market was Lihapiirakka, which is an everyday Finnish dish sold in supermarkets and often available ready to eat from fast food trailers. It is a form of savoury pie or turnover made from doughnut dough and filled with a mixture of minced meat and cooked rice then deep fried and coated in sugar. It's an acquired taste of course, very tasty, and ever so popular in Finland.
10. Forum Shopping Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By patticha511 - Washington DC, United States
This is a giant mall with two sections! You have to walk through the connecting bridge to get to the main mall. There are so many shops, both American brands and Scandinavian. There are also tax free options for tourists, and you can get your refund downtown at the Stockmann. There are also many restaurant options.
