Suomenlinna (Sveaborg) is a fortress built on six islands in front of the port of Helsinki. Suomenlinna is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and about …
Amazing little place to spend a few hours. It's like going back in time. Easy to get via ferry and keep in mind there are still residents there. Take a walk around and enjoy nature as well as some ar…Full review by absolutmeliss
Mar 23, 2025
This is a fantastic place to spend the day, offering stunning ocean views and historic architecture perfect for photos. You can explore several fortresses, though some areas are dark and have slipper…Full review by Marja H
Mar 17, 2025
We used a Helsinki card and took the ferry over to check out this mighty sea fort. The ferry ride alone is cool. We were glad it was sunny as it was cold and windy on the island. We enjoyed walking a…Full review by dinahJ2825FV
Is a 6 hour layover long enough to get to and from Suomenlinna?
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Dear friend,we were there when the weather wasn't really the finest,windy and rainy and cold. But that did not stop us from seeing this beauty. It might be enough if the weather is …
Dear friend,we were there when the weather wasn't really the finest,windy and rainy and cold. But that did not stop us from seeing this beauty. It might be enough if the weather is fine .Lots to walk and see. depends on how deeply you are going to be interested in the history. May skipp some parts but as long as you follow the directions you'll definetly have a great time . Beautiful things to discover. Need tobe cautios for the inhabitars there for respect.Enjoy your visit
How much is the Helsinki card? Do children under 2 year old need a ticket?
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The Helsinki card is 42 Euros per day per adult without transport, 49 Euros with transport, and 54 Euros with transport to/from the airport. Children under 7 go free.
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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How do I get to Suomenlinna?
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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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