The Suomenlinna Sea Fortress is a cultural treasure. Its construction began in the mid-18th century. Welcome to Suomenlinna! The Governing Body of …
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Apr 16, 2025
This is a wonderful spot to spend the day, with breathtaking ocean views and historic architecture that’s perfect for photos. You can wander through several old fortresses—just be cautious, as some p…Full review by Marja H
Apr 1, 2025
Got a beautiful day and it was a very interesting trip. Regular Ferry across and cheap too.(Covered by Band A on the ticketing system) Interesting historical trio with stunning views. Blue walk rout…Full review by phylsmith2204
Mar 30, 2025
A fantastic blend of history, nature and scenic beauty - just a 20 minute ferry ride from Helsinki’s Market Square. The island has a tranquil yet historic feel, making it ideal for both leisurely str…Full review by sarahdS4350DE
Is a 6 hour layover long enough to get to and from Suomenlinna?
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Well tobe honest A whole day could be best to make an enjoyment of allbut we were limited in time and had to see as much as possible in a couple of hours. 6 Hours could be …
Well tobe honest A whole day could be best to make an enjoyment of allbut we were limited in time and had to see as much as possible in a couple of hours. 6 Hours could be fair enough to see the most significant parts...besides if you are doing it these days would be great..we were there in may 2022 and it was extremely windy...though had a great time. Check the map of the fortrees islan and decide on your most valuable interests ..mark them and go ahead..enjoy it.
How much is the Helsinki card? Do children under 2 year old need a ticket?
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We did not buy a Helsinki card. We only bought the ferry ticket and the admission to the fortress. I would think a 2 year old would be free, but again we did not have any children with …
We did not buy a Helsinki card. We only bought the ferry ticket and the admission to the fortress. I would think a 2 year old would be free, but again we did not have any children with us so we didn't look at a child's price.
I'll be visiting in early September (somewhere between 9-12 Sept). I checked online that sun sets around 20:00, would it be a good timing (in the sense that I get to stroll around and take pictures) for me to visit the island from 17:00-19:00?
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I agree with Arbie56, particularly about the ferries and the museums. The marked walks are certainly good too.
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The Helsinki City Transport ferry operates throughout the year to Suomenlinna. The ferry journey takes about 15 minutes. During the summer season, you can also get to Suomenlinna...
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