Everything you need to know about living in Helsinki
First Steps Checklist
Have you just relocated to Helsinki? We’ve put together a handy checklist of the things you need to consider.
Featured links
- International House Helsinki
A one-stop shop for newcomer registration
- MyHelsinki
Great for tourists, MyHelsinki is your go-to guide for how to spend time in the city
- Helsinki-info
Our multilingual staff can answer all of your questions
- City of Helsinki website
The city's main website is your window to municipal operations
- InfoFinland
Useful everyday information in 12 languages
- Business Helsinki
Free startup and business advisory services
Has love led you to Helsinki?
Join our group for recently-arrived partners and spouses to expand your professional network, learn about Finland and make new friends. Forge your own path in your new hometown.
Are you new in Helsinki?
The City of Helsinki’s new event series helps you settle in and enjoy the Helsinki area. We explain the local culture, share everyday tips, and provide career and entrepreneurship advice. Come join us!
A photo contest asking residents to share their own images and experiences of Grey Helsinki has been launched on the City of Helsinki's social media channels. Those who participate stand a chance to win one of four Allas Sea Pool gift cards! 💦💦💦 ... See MoreSee Less
Embrace the Grey: Send us your photos of Helsinki during the early winter season
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Helsinki will soon be experiencing the darkest and most overcast months of the year. Many events will be held against the monochromatic city backdrop in the next few weeks to bring good cheer. The urb...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
We've put together a great list of activities for kids who are looking for something do on their school holiday this week. 🍂🍁🍄 Maybe there is something that will interest you? ... See MoreSee Less
Helsinki to offer plenty of activities for children and young people during autumn break
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As previously, autumn break will be held from 14 to 20 October in Helsinki. During the week, young people and families with children can participate in dozens of events, most of which are free of char...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The City of Helsinki would like to hear what you think about the city's health and social services. 👩🔬🩺🩻💉 What do you think of our digital services? What is important to you when visiting one of our service locations? Please share your thoughts with us today; the survey is available in several languages! ... See MoreSee Less
Tell us what matters to you in Helsinki’s health and social services – take part in our resident survey
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We would like to hear how you think the health and social services of the City of Helsinki should be developed. What is your view on digital services? What is important to you when visiting one of our...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
What could be better than combining great music 🎶 and Helsinki's wonderful libraries! 📚 Don't miss this terrific opportunity to experience the best of both! 💚💚💚 ... See MoreSee Less
UMO Helsinki Jazz Orchestra’s small ensembles tour Helsinki’s libraries for the first time
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Jazz will be playing at Helsinki’s libraries from 24 to 26 September 2024 as Finland’s only professional orchestra specializing in jazz music, UMO Helsinki Jazz Orchestra, goes on a library tour w...1 CommentComment on Facebook
What a fantastic blend of great music and the charm of Helsinki's libraries! This is an amazing opportunity to celebrate creativity and community. Can’t wait to enjoy the best of both worlds! Warm greetings from Village Vision Care-NGO!
In honour of European Mobility Week, the City of Helsinki will be providing no-cost bicycle maintenance services this Friday 11.00-17.00 at Kansalaistori, the plaza in front of the Oodi Central Library. 🚴♀️🚴🚴♂️ ... See MoreSee Less
Helsinki to provide bicycle maintenance free of charge on the Friday of Mobility Week, 20 September
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Join us in celebrating the annual European Mobility Week during 16–22 September! The week culminates in Helsinki on Friday, 20 September, when the City will provide simple bicycle maintenance servic...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Hey residents of Helsinki! Let us know what you think could be done to improve traffic safety in our wonderful capital! 🚗🚌🚛🛴🚲🏍🚃 Find a link to the English-language survey at the end of the attached story. ... See MoreSee Less
Helsinki aims to improve traffic safety – share your opinions on hazard spots
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The City of Helsinki’s goal is to improve traffic safety. Part of the work includes surveying the experiences of city residents on traffic safety. Share your own experiences and the hazards you face...0 CommentsComment on Facebook