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- Anne Irene NOslo, Norway119 contributionsExcellent tram network; clean and comfortable.
Download the HSL-app before arriving in Helsinki; buy the ABC card for the number of fays of your stay to enjoy worry-free (train) travel from the airport all the way into the city center, and thereafter use of trams, busses, the Metro and even the ferry to Suomenlinna Fortress.Written 25 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Rajesh K KBengaluru, India1,901 contributionsTook the Silja Serenade cruise from Helsinki to Stockholm. Cruise commenced at 5 pm and reached Stockholm at 10 am local time the next day - exactly on time! Boarding/disembarking was a bit of a mess - everyone was waiting to get on or off, so some rush. Also, the escalator in Helsinki stopped working for a while and the only lift was packed!
We entered the ship on Level 7 - The Promenade. There were staff to help guide us to our respective floors/decks. We had booked A-Class cabins, which were on Level 10. Sufficient lifts inside the ship. The cabins were tiny but had sea-facing windows. The bathroom was also tiny, especially the shower. There are no amenities other than soap from wall dispensers. Decent internet within the cabins. There was some civil work happening on the deck above, which they stopped only at 7 pm and again started at 9 the next morning. This was disturbing - why can't they do this work when no passengers are on board? The rooms were simple - 2 foldable beds, sheets, and a thin good-for-nothing pillow. Water from the tap only.
The rest of the ship was pretty amazing! The top deck, 12, offered excellent views and pictures. Rather windy though! It also had a bar, if one fancied a drink. Level 7, the Promenade, was where all the bars/restaurants/shops were. Plenty of them! The ship also had a duty-free store on Level 6 with a great selection. Also, a casino and some live shows.
I was a bit apprehensive of motion sickness, but there was next to no motion at all! Pretty smooth sailing! The ship was well-maintained. There was a Grande Buffet hall on Level 6, for dinner and breakfast. Good options but rather crowded. Free, unlimited beer and wine. I had the beer, which was just so-so. Food was good.
All in all, a pleasant cruise.Written 29 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - RaeCallington, UK22 contributionsWe took the ferry from Helsinki to Stockholm and it was such a bargain price to have a small cabin to ourselves we saved a bunch on flights/hotel. It was a bit of a jolty ride at times, and I did wake up at around 3.50am when we reached the Åland Islands because of that, but I don't regret it because I went on deck and got some beautiful pictures of the archipelago and the sunset. The several hours before reaching Stockholm were filled with so many beautiful islands and houses on the lake to see so highly recommend getting a coffee and sitting on deck 2 hours before arrival. Food and drink was predictably expensive, but not too bad. There was onboard entertainment but we didn't attend. There's a duty free style shop that's quite extensive also. The bar at the back sun deck was great, but the benches all along the side were also wonderful for sight seeing. Definitely the recommended way to enter Stockholm.Written 3 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Anonymous855Trabuco Canyon, California1,810 contributionsEasy boarding and returning from the island. Very clean and comfortable and fast. I felt the day ticket was a good value.Written 7 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Harri VKotka, Finland14 contributionsHelsinki Metro - or the subway - is very easy to use. Just buy your ticket from a ticket machine or the HSL mobile application before entering the escalator. Metro stations are marked with orange marks and a white letter M on them.
Koivusaari metro station is the world's only undersea metro station and it has the second longest escalator (76 meters) in Finland.
Helsinki Metro connects Helsinki and Espoo. There are beautiful sculptures and other artworks in many metro stations, especially in Espoo metro stations. It is an interesting art tour to travel by metro and stop at every station.
Written 2 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Stephanie SBournemouth, UK14 contributionsThis train is very good to go on. It doesn’t go to Russia anymore I don’t think because of sanctions but if you ever go on this train it’s very good. The seats are comfortable and a lot of them have tables so you can sit and do work on a laptop or eat. You can also charge your phone, laptop, iPad, whatever because there are charger outlets next to the seats. You also have free wifi on the train.Written 10 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MarkusHelsinki, Finland16 contributionsThis is by far the easiest airport train system I have ever used anywhere. Very clean, fast and cheap also. You can get directly from the airport to the train platform in a few minutes by following the signs that lead to the underground station. HSL tickets are also sold on the station's platforms.
PLEASE NOTE that if you want to go from the airport to the center of Helsinki, you must choose the ABC ticket. The ticket can also be used on metro, ferries, commuter trains, trams and buses.Written 25 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ajit M1 contributionExcellent ambience and food. Staff was very cordial, special mention for Sam who was very helpful. Shall visit again and recommend this lounge for sure.Written 29 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ian CLondon, UK23,656 contributionsWe were staying a short walk away from Market Square, so it was an easy walk for us to the dock area to catch the ferry for the short 20/25 minute or so journey across to the fortress, with one interim stop in each direction.
The ferry was efficient - arriving and leaving on time with two decks, one covered and one open, which is best in good weather as it gives you good views as you travel. On our way back, the weather became more windy, so upstairs was for the hardy explorers.
They also serve a limited range of refreshments for you to buy for your journey.Written 15 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Zeva2010World819 contributionsThe agency sent out what seemed was a blast email cancelling my trip. No personalisation or anything, no explanation despite taking full payment days before.
I had to ask them why, they explained the ferry broke down and required repairs. I had to quickly scramble accommodation and activities for Helsinki as I hadn't expected to stay in Helsinki at all.Written 4 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SundncrWashington DC, DC1,129 contributionsThis was a great option to see the landscape of Finland during the day. I took the train from Lappland, Rovaniemi, to Helsinki. It takes around the whole day to reach Helsinki. The train was very well served by Finnish Railways with good seating, a nice onboard dining experience, and views. I chose a whole roomette with two seats and it was worth it for the privacy it offered. The service on board was courteous and prompt. Train stared and reached on time too.Written 18 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JariJKKouvola, Finland7,042 contributionsAava Lines offers many different sea voyages. You can choose a very short boat transfer from Merisatama (N.B. this dock isn't at Kauppatori Market Square) to Uunisaari (Restaurant Uunisaari) and Liuskaluoto/Liuskasaari (Restaurant Skiffer and HSS Restaurant) or longer archipelago cruises. I especially love cruising to Pentala Archipelago Museum (read separate Tripadvisor reviews, departure points in Suomenoja, Suinonsalmi, Soukka/Klobben, Laurinlahti and Kivenlahti, Espoo) or outer islands (Stora Herrö, Rövaren and Gåsgrund). They have special transfers for bikers, too. Charter cruises from Kauppatori and Hakaniemi are also available but they are very expensive, e.g. round trip to Helsinki Biennial for 1-20 people 750 euros.Written 12 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Vijay Kumar SinghGurugram (Gurgaon), India48 contributionsExcellent, Fantastic, Fabulous, Outstanding Services , I just completed my Trip 7 N 8D ( Finland Trip ) Lapland , Helsinki… my Trip experience with JeeTravels is one of the finest Trip with any travel agencies I took till now , Before I took Iceland tour From arctic
adventures , Makemytrip Singapore and Malaysia, Few other tours private operators , but when I shared my experience best of best is with JeeTravels, These Girls are outstanding, I am very thankful to Ms. Priyanka And Ms. Kalpita ! I always got Responses within 10 minutes max , all packages was well prepared outstanding , I did Reindeer Safari in Kakslauttanen Resorts Forest its was one of the best experience must do in morning time ( tips for fellow travellers ) I was staying in Kakslauttanen 2 nights 2 days , I will suggest traveller if possible stay one extra nights what a amazing place , must stay West Village of Resorts ! The hotels all they booked was fantastic and best and very central in Helsinki…JeeTravels teams are very supportive they always help you , I will give 5 star ⭐️ because that is highest … see you next time for Full Norway trip …Thanks for help ! And Yes If you like Indian foods only like me then tell them in advance 😊… must book trip with JeeTravels … excellent team , Extraordinary Services.. Thank you once again Ms. Priyanka and Ms. Kalpita .Written 25 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ellen1 contributionIt was a great experience from hotel collection through to drop off. Really enjoyed the high quality guide, good and location. Highly recommended.Written 12 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
