Helsinki Enchantment - Cityscapes & Countryside

Explore modern and traditional aspects of Helsinki and come away with a remarkably complete overview of the capital city. For a historical perspective, you will pause at the monument to beloved Finnish composer Jean Sibelius and at the stadium used during the 1952 Olympic Games, a landmark of national pride. You will get a look at Helsinki’s vision for the future at the Oodi Central Library, whose avant-garde design boasts a striking undulating shape that celebrates Finland having one of the world’s highest literacy rates. A tasting of Finnish seasonal delicacies in the Lapinlahti steeped in fascinating history and rejuvenated as a cultural center. Similarly, free time in Old Market Hall will offer a glimpse into the past as it has been a hub for locally sourced foods since the late 19th century. Still, no venue is more historical than Senate Square, which several iconic buildings have framed for more than 200 years.

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.