Attraction details:
Name: Suomelinna Fortress
Directions: Ferries run by the public transport operator HSK depart regularly from the Helsinki Market Square and are clearly marked. The ferry takes around 15-20 minutes each way and you can return on whatever ferry you like.
Admission fee: Entry to Suomelinna is free, so you only need to pay for your transport to and from the island. Entry to the island is covered by the HSK public transport system, so you don't need to pay extra to visit the island. If you don't have the public transport ticket, you can just buy a regular single ticket for 2.50 euros each way. The ticket is valid for around 1.5 hours from the time of purchase.
Rating: 3/5 stars
Originally constructed as a protection measure against Russian invasion, the Suomelinna fortress is now a fully-fledged city, with approximately 800 permanent residents who live and work on the island. There is a deep history to the land, with many examples of canons and other warcraft around for public viewing. The spot is popular with locals for picnics as a quiet getaway and cheap spot away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland. The entire island is quite small, and can be easily done in around 2 hours from tip to tip. There is a museum with free entry and Wi-Fi near the main quay for those who need it.
The nice views from the southern tip of Suomelinna island.
Travel tips:
- Be sure to visit the southernmost part of the island for the best views of the ocean.
- Note also that many of the island's attractions and only one of the island's museums is open during the winter months (approximately outside of late July and August).
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