Experience the World Design Capital for 2012

Treat yourself to a city break filled with adventure in Helsinki! The compact Finnish capital is filled to the brim with fantastic sights, fun events and exciting adventures.

Here are our top five reasons to visit Helsinki in 2012:

1. Helsinki is the World Design Capital for the year 2012, meaning that the entire city comes to life with plenty of events, exhibitions and innovative design.
2. When in Helsinki, we recommend squeezing in some design shopping. Finland has plenty of world-famous, quality design brands to explore, such as Marimekko clothing and accessories and Iittala tableware and decorative items.
3. The Suomenlinna Sea Fortress is a definite must-see during the summer. This historic little island is situated a mere 20-minute ferry ride from the city centre; it offers idyllic spots for picnics, great views across the Baltic Sea and plenty of sights for the history buff.
4. New Nordic Cuisine is making waves across the culinary world. Enjoy the fresh, seasonal tastes of Finland in one of Helsinki’s many excellent restaurants, or take a stroll around the Eat&Joy Maatilatori organic market in the city centre, enjoying the fresh ingredients on display.
5. Great connections to the rest of Finland. Finnair flies to several inspiring destinations, including Rovaniemi, Kittilä and Vaasa, where you can explore the lush Finnish lake district, experience the wilderness of the national parks or discover the arctic adventures of Lapland.

Discover the charm of Helsinki for yourself and find your own reasons to love the city in 2012. Make the most of our fast connections and book your flights to Helsinki today!