Everything you need to know about living in Helsinki
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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
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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.
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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!
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The main Helsinki Tourist Information Office is located downtown at street address Aleksanterinkatu 24, but during the summer season Helsinki Helpers also assist tourists at the Pavilion info point near the Market Square, elsewhere in the city centre, and at service locations in Helsinki’s harbours. ℹ️ℹ️ℹ️ ... See MoreSee Less
Helsinki Tourist Information provides the best tips for enjoying summer in the city
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Helsinki Tourist Information is an excellent starting point for anyone visiting the city. The Tourist Information Office is located conveniently next to Senate Square and offers a wide range of servic...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
If you've ever considered learning a new skill or language in your free time, look no farther than the Adult Education Centre of Helsinki! Registration for the low-cost classes held throughout the city begins in August. ☀️☀️☀️ ... See MoreSee Less
Autumn program of Helsinki adult education center
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The autumn term of Helsingin työväenopisto offers thousands of courses, hundreds of lectures, and dozens of events. Find your favorites or try something new!0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Happy 474th birthday, Helsinki! Come and join in the fun today at events throughout the city. 🥂🥂 ... See MoreSee Less
Helsinki Day offers nearly 180 free events all over the city | Helsinki-päivä – Helsinki Day
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Helsinki’s birthday will be celebrated with a diverse, free programme on Wednesday, 12 June. Cultural centres will be organising live concerts, theatre, circus and a whole host of other experiences.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Next week Wednesday, Helsinki will celebrate its 🎂 474th birthday 🎂 with loads of fun activities throughout the city. Read the story below and join in the festivities! ... See MoreSee Less
Helsinki Day offers nearly 180 free events all over the city
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Helsinki’s birthday will be celebrated with a diverse, free programme on Wednesday, 12 June. Cultural centres will be organising live concerts, theatre, circus and a whole host of other experiences....0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Warmest congratulations to all new general upper secondary and vocational school graduates, as well as to every pupil and student embarking on their summer adventures! I wish you all a joyful and relaxing holiday with family and friends," says the City of Helsinki's Education Division Executive Director Satu Järvenkallas. ☀️☀️☀️ ... See MoreSee Less
The school year is coming to an end – congratulations to all graduates!
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The 2023–2024 school year is ending soon and we can start our well-deserved summer holiday. The next school year will start in August.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The Feast Helsinki food festival kicks off today, shining a spotlight on the city's local food scene. Special dishes will be on offer in Helsinki restaurants and cafes for the next three weeks! The story below contains a link to the full programme. 🍽🍷🍻🍓🥦
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Feast Helsinki serves up 100 sizzling events highlighting delicious food and beverages
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The first-ever Feast Helsinki food festival welcomes everyone to dive in and experience Helsinki’s diverse culinary scene. From 24 May to 16 June 2024, Finland’s capital will be the site of over 1...0 CommentsComment on Facebook