Relaxing in Helsinki

Escape from the hustle and bustle with these local relaxing spots in Helsinki. From peaceful parks to relaxing saunas, our Spotters have found the perfect spots to unwind in the city. Experience Löyly, the coolest sauna in Helsinki with stunning sea views, or enjoy a peaceful picnic in the hidden garden of Talvipuutarha. Explore these and many more local gems for a relaxing time in Helsinki.

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Kotiharjun Sauna

Authentic & social public sauna

"Kotiharjun Sauna" is a legendary yet perfectly ordinary sauna in Helsinki. Bring your beers with you, like a local, and enjoy socializing like a Finn!

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Joonas

Kervinen

Feb 14, 2025

Löyly

World's coolest sauna

"Löyly" in Helsinki has quickly become a worldwide phenomenon. It's a very Finnish spot, but at the same time, not! Sauna accompanied by sunshine!? But...!

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Markus

Veikkolainen

Feb 7, 2025

Vanhankaupunginkoski

Roots, nature and design

"Vanhankaupunginkoski" is the Old Town of Helsinki, but instead of old buildings, here you'll find beautiful nature and a lovely scenery...

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Joonas

Kervinen

Feb 7, 2025

Talvipuutarha

Picnic in a secret garden

"Talvipuutarha" (or 'winter garden') in Helsinki is a big greenhouse garden with three rooms. It's 120 years old and super cute, even for picnics!

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Janiina

Knuutinen

Feb 7, 2025

Töölönlahti Bay

Relax and unwind

"Töölönlahti Bay" Helsinki is my favorite place to unwind from the busy city. I love jogging around or relaxing by the banks or in the surrounding parks...

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Markus

Veikkolainen

Feb 7, 2025

Linnunlaulun silta

Trainspotting among villas

"Linnunlaulun silta" is my bridge in Helsinki where I go to observe the trains passing underneath. All trains to and from Helsinki pass under this place...

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Janiina

Knuutinen

Feb 7, 2025
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