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For groups

Hundreds of groups, from students to guests of honour and international corporations, visit the sea fortress every year. Suomenlinna certainly is a perfect location for a little escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. In just 15 minutes, a ferry or a waterbus will take you to a different world. Meetings, corporate recreational […]

Restaurants and cafés

The many cafés, restaurants and terraces of Suomenlinna are charming oases. There are plenty of options, from cafés and lunch restaurants to fine dining. All of the cafés and restaurants serve during the summer season and many of them also serve visitors during the winter season. In addition, the fortress has a brewery. The opening […]

Guided tours and groups

Guided walking tours Joining a guided tour is a great way to see the fortress. The tour takes you around the fortress islands through the centuries, presenting the main sights and the key events in the history of the fortress, offering interesting perspectives on the Finnish history and history of Northern Europe. The guided walking […]

Other services

In addition to guided walking tours, museums, restaurants and cafés, Suomenlinna features many other services for both visitors and Suomenlinna residents.

Visitor Centre

Suomenlinna is one of the most popular sights in Finland with around one million visitors yearly. Visitor Centre is open all year around and can be found at the pink Jetty Barracks building right by the HSL ferry quay. The staff at the Visitor Centre will gladly give you tips for your visit and provide […]

Plan your visit

This section offers instructions and materials for your visit to the fortress. Here you will find information on getting around at Suomenlinna and the Blue route that showcases the main sights of the fortress. It is also worthwhile taking a look at the maps in advance.

Getting around

Suomenlinna is meant to be seen on foot. Many of its roads are paved with cobblestones, so you need to wear comfortable walking shoes. Suomenlinna is a car-free zone where only service vehicles are allowed. There are no minibuses or trains, nor are there any bicycles for hire. All main sights are situated along the […]

How to get there

Suomenlinna is accessible only by water. A ferry service runs from the Market Square (Kauppatori) to Suomenlinna throughout the year. During summer and autumn, a water bus service to Suomenlinna is also available. The guest harbour in the middle of Suomenlinna caters to visitors arriving by their own boats. You can find the timetables in […]

Conference and banquet facilities

Suomenlinna provides beautiful historical surroundings for various kinds of events. Our facilities, equipped with modern technology, are available throughout the year and perfectly suitable for organising meetings and parties.

For visitors

The sea fortress, founded in 1748, is one of the most popular attractions in Finland with around one million visitors annually. The fortress is also a suburb of Helsinki with around 800 residents.