For travel trade
Helsinki for travel trade
You want to promote Helsinki and we want to help you do that. The capital of Finland has lots to offer for its visitors, and much of it is still undiscovered. Our team can help you uncover all of Helsinki’s secrets.
In Helsinki you don’t have to choose – you can have it all.
Let’s get started:
- Are you looking for transfer companies or DMCs? Find them here.
- If you are interested in FAM tours or Agent offers, please jump here.
- Is it images, videos and other Helsinki material you’re after? Visit Helsinki Material Bank.
- If you need information on Helsinki ports, handling agents and cruise tour operators, visit this section.
- Why Helsinki? Our top reasons are here.
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Helsinki Partners provides information, news, advice and assistance to tour operators and travel agents. We work closely with the travel trade to further develop the city and what it has to offer for its visitors. We can also help organise familiarisation tours for the travel trade and media. Each year Helsinki Partners presents the city to thousands of travel agents and tour operators who sell Helsinki as a travel destination.
Why Helsinki?
Awarded with ‘City of Design’ status by Unesco, Helsinki is a modern city that offers functional design, unique gastronomy and maritime appeal. The capital of Finland is filled with lively events all year round, but the peaceful archipelago and green forests are only a stone’s throw away, and can be easily reached by the efficient public transportation system. There are direct flights from over 135 cities globally and 60 airlines operate to Helsinki. Helsinki is a gateway to Asia, with over 80 direct flights to Asian destinations weekly. Below you can find seven good reasons to choose Helsinki. And if you’re interested in more reasons why Helsinki might be for you, we have you covered.
1. Sea all around you
In Helsinki, you can feel the presence of the sea everywhere. This is because the city has over a hundred kilometres of shoreline and around 300 islands in its archipelago.
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2. Friendly and helpful locals
Helsinki’s locals are extremely open and hospitable, and most speak English fluently, so don’t be afraid to ask us for advice. We’d love to tell you about Helsinki’s greatest secrets!
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3. Seasonal splendour
No matter what time of year you visit Helsinki, you will always experience something new. Summer, autumn, winter and spring all dress the city in different clothing and offer lots of unique experiences.
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4. Sauna culture
Being the capital of Finland, it should be no surprise that Helsinki has some great public saunas – both traditional neighbourhood saunas and brand new design saunas. There’s no better way to get to the heart of the Finnish identity!
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5. Flourishing food culture
Try delicious local food from fresh seasonal ingredients, treat yourself to a meal out in a Michelin-starred restaurant, attend one of the many popular food events or fall in love with one of the unique island restaurants!
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6. Design everywhere!
Finland’s world-renowned modern design heritage can be seen everywhere in Helsinki. Famous brands like Marimekko, Iittala, Artek and Arabia are a cool part of everyday life here. Discover the countless boutiques of the Design District!
© Jussi Hellsten
7. Vibrant urban feel
Enjoy white summer nights with endless events, feel the romantic Christmas season or let the variety of Helsinki’s museums surprise you.
© Jussi Hellsten
Our services for tour operators and travel agents
Familiarisation (FAM) tours to Helsinki
Do you want to experience Helsinki and learn more about what our city has to offer visitors? Our team is proud to present Helsinki to travel agents and tour operators who sell Helsinki as a travel destination. We plan the programmes for these visits together with representatives of Visit Finland and other partners such as airlines. We want you to experience Helsinki in the same way your clients will.
Helsinki Material Bank
The Helsinki Material Bank offers high quality images, raw video material, maps and brochures about Helsinki. You can even collate collections of different media together and share them using the ‘My Selection’ tool. No log-in is required, so you can download and share content in articles and on social media when marketing Helsinki, immediately and with ease.
Agent offer
Our Agent Offer gives you an excellent opportunity to find out why Helsinki is such a perfect city break destination for your clients. We can provide you with a Helsinki City Card to explore Helsinki’s major sights, public transportation and much more. Accommodation discounts are also available for travel trade professionals.
Get connected in Helsinki
In addition to our own services, we can connect you with the best travel trade professionals and sources of information in Helsinki. Here are a few examples of our contact networks.
Transfer companies in Helsinki
You can experience Helsinki on foot or by bus, even onboard a fifties tram.
Or why not discover Helsinki from the sea?
Whatever your choice, the below listed companies can help you when you want to book transfers for your groups.
Taxi and charter services, VIP transfers
Kovanen
Limousine Service
Taksikuljetus
Taksi Helsinki
Charter bus companies
Kovanen Companies Ltd.
Lehtimäen Liikenne Oy
Pohjolan Matka Group
Taksikuljetus
Tram transfers, private tram tours
Boat transfers & sightseeing by the sea
Aava Lines
IHA-Lines
JT-Line
Royal Line
Strömma
Bike tours
Happy Guide Helsinki, Bike Tours Helsinki
Natura Viva, Fatbike tours
Stops and parking places for tourist traffic in Helsinki
Accessibility and arrival to Helsinki
By air
Helsinki Airport consistently ranks among the best in the world and is situated just 19 kilometers from the city centre. Finavia provides complimentary and unlimited wireless access at Helsinki Airport. Transport time to the city centre is 27 minutes with a direct train connection (departs every 10 minutes). There is a regular airport bus running every 20 minutes between the airport and the city centre, and several local buses are also available. Taxis charge around 40 euros for the journey.
By sea
The Baltic Sea connects several Nordic cities together where Helsinki Ports and Cruise Companies operate daily departures to/from Estonia, Sweden, Germany, Poland, and Russia. For further details, see this map of cruise quays by the Port of Helsinki.
Hernesaari: Munkkisaari Quay (LHC and LHB)
Location: The Quay is located at the end of Hernesaari.
Distance from the city centre: 10 min by taxi, 15 min by bus and 30 min by walking.
Address: Hernematalankatu 6.
Tourist facilities: Tourist information and souvenirs at piers, free WiFi, telephone, restrooms, mobile app available.
Connections/Transport: Sightseeing buses, taxi, public transport (buses 14 and 17).
Katajanokka: Quay for cruises (ERA & ERB)
Location: The quay is located at the end of Katajanokka district.
Distance from the city centre: 10 min by taxi, 10 min by tram, 15 min by walking.
Address: Katajanokanranta.
Tourist facilities: Tourist information and restrooms at the pier.
Connection/Transport: Tram 4 or 5.
Katajanokka: Katajanokka Quay (EKL)
Location: The quay is located on west side of Katajanokka.
Distance from the city centre: 10 min by taxi, 10 by tram, 15 min by walking
Address: Katajanokan laituri 2.
Tourist facilities: Tourist information and restrooms at the pier.
Connection/Transport: Tram 4 or 5.
South Harbour: Olympia Quay (EO1)
Location: The quay is located in front of Olympia Terminal in the city centre.
Distance from the city centre: 5 min by taxi, 5 min by tram and 10 min by walking.
Address: Olympiaranta 1.
Tourist facilities: Tourist information at pier and the terminal has a money exchange, an ATM, luggage lockers, a trolley rental, a restaurant, kiosk.
Connection/Transport: Tram 2 and 3.
South Harbour: Pakkahuone Quay (EPL)
Location: Pakkahuone Quay is located in the city centre.
Distance from the city centre: 5 min by taxi, 5 min by tram and 10 min by walking.
Address: Eteläranta 7.
Tourist facilities: Tourist information at pier and the terminal has a money exchange, luggage lockers and a kiosk.
Connection/Transport: Tram 2.
By land
Daily services from Helsinki Central Railway Station to destinations domestically and to/from St.Petersburg and Moscow.
Destination management companies (DMC)
We have listed featured destination management companies for you on one page. They have the knowledge, expertise and resources to work in the design and implementation of your events, activities, tours, transportation and program logistics.
Confedent International
Confedent International is a leading destination management company and a professional congress organiser operating locally in the Finnish meetings market. The company is based in Helsinki.
Elämys DMC
Elämys Group is a privately owned DMC, PCO and Event Management Company with 25 years of experience worldwide. They create solutions from exotic incentives to demanding conferences.
Kon-Tiki Tours
Oy Kon-Tiki Tours Ltd is a privately owned tour operator and travel agency in Finland. They do tailor made tours for groups on request.
Kuoni Tumlare
Founded in Copenhagen in 1972, Tumlare has established a worldwide reputation for providing exceptional service quality and outstanding travel experiences.
Lahti Region Ltd.
Lahti Region Ltd. is a regional marketing and sales organisation and full-service DMC operating in the Lahti region and in Finnish Lakeland.
LOVEtoTravel
LOVEtoTravel is a company of destination professionals in Finland and Scandinavia. LOVEtoTravel offers services for individuals, VIPs, leisure, and incentive.
MySuomi
My Suomi Ltd organises study tours and special interest visits for foreign professionals, students and researchers in Finland and other Nordic countries.
Next Travel
Next Travel is well known for providing unique tours and incentive programs in Helsinki and the surrounding areas, as well as planning and organising professional events, meetings and congresses. They can tailor your travel itinerary to suit your needs down to the smallest detail.
One Travels DMC
One Travel DMC’s flexible agency tailors quality programs around the country, in all seasons from one day to multiple days. One Travels DMC is well known for providing unique tours and incentive programs in Helsinki and the surrounding areas, as well as planning and organising professional events, meetings and congresses.
The Travel Experience
The Travel Experience is a privately-owned award-winning DMC based in Helsinki. They handle a variety of incentive, conference, meeting, event, and group travel arrangements.
Viada.com
Viada.com is an online incoming travel agency registered in Finland. Their online reservation system offers excursions all around Finland and Lapland.
Handling agents and cruise tour operators
From ship clearances to incentive programs, and from incoming & outgoing tourist services to excursions and service packages, these operators will help you out in Helsinki.
Next Travel is well known for providing unique tours and incentive programs in Finland and Sweden, as well as in the surrounding areas, and up North in Lapland.
This family owned and operated incoming agency provides tailor-made special interest programs, a varied selection of shore excursions and specialises in sports travels.
Founded in Copenhagen in 1972, Tumlare has established a worldwide reputation for providing exceptional service quality and outstanding travel experiences. As one of Europe’s leading DMCs, Kuoni Tumlare has brought together some of the best professionals in the industry.
GAC is one of the world’s largest ship agencies with a long-standing reputation for quality service. Finland’s unique archipelago is home to many well-equipped ports, and is becoming an increasingly popular destination for cruise ships and superyachts. GAC’s local presence and global experience enables us to provide a comprehensive, customised service package round-the-clock for visitors cruising the beautiful Baltic.
C & C Port Agency Finland Oy Ltd. is an independent Finnish company solely dedicated to port agency representation and ship clearance. Established in 2001, C & C Port Agency Finland has earned its place as one of the leading and most esteemed port agency firms in the Finnish market.
Baltic Gateway Ab was established in 1995 in Poland, and provides a wide range of incoming and outgoing tourist services, for both groups and individual travelers.
Did you know?
MyHelsinki.fi is your local guide to Helsinki. Find info on restaurants, attractions, events, activities, nature and neighbourhoods in one place. We provide you with local recommendations you can trust.
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Contact info
If you’re interested in discovering all of Helsinki’s gems and promoting the city to your clients – please contact us via the form below. We’ll make sure to get back to you within a few working days.
Sanna Salonen
Senior Advisor, Travel Trade
Aino Mellais
Senior Advisor, Travel Trade
Inke Wäinölä
Advisor, Travel Trade
Leena Lassila
Director, Visitor Attraction
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