📍 Transportation
Our course venues are located in the Helsinki & Espoo area and are easily accessible by public transport. Detailed information about the course location will be provided after registration.
We recommend downloading the HSL app, which allows you to check routes and schedules, buy tickets easily, get slightly lower fares compared to on-site purchases.
🔗 HSL Tips for Visitors:
www.hsl.fi/en/travelling/visitors
🔗 HSL app information:
www.hsl.fi/en/tickets-and-fares/hsl-app
Tickets can also be purchased from ticket machines and local convenience stores throughout the city.
Public transport in Helsinki is reliable, safe and easy to use, including metro, trains, trams, and buses.
🏨 Accommodation
We recommend staying in central Helsinki or near a metro station, which makes commuting to the course venue very easy.
Some popular hotel options:
- Scandic Simonkenttä
- Radisson Blu Plaza
- Radisson Blu Royal
- Hotel Helka
- Hotel Arthur
- Omena Hotel
Any hotel located near a metro line or train connection will work well.
If you are unsure, you are welcome to contact us before booking, and we can help you choose a convenient location.
For more affordable accommodation:
🔗 Forenom (apartments):
www.forenom.com
🔗 Airbnb:
www.airbnb.com
🌤️ Weather & What to Pack
We recommend bringing warm and comfortable clothing, as the weather in Helsinki can be quite unpredictable. In early May, it can still feel cold or surprisingly warm so it’s best to check the weather forecast before your trip.
Weather in Helsinki: https://en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi/weather/helsinki
Don’t forget to pack your swimwear if you would like to experience a traditional Finnish sauna and sea swimming. Don’t worry there are also heated pools available 😊
If a school visit is included in your course week, please note that outdoor shoes are not allowed inside Finnish schools. We recommend bringing indoor shoes or warm socks for your comfort.
🌿 Things to Do in Helsinki
Helsinki offers a unique mix of nature, design and Nordic lifestyle!
Here are some highlights:
Helsinki tourist information:
www.myhelsinki.fi/en
Oodi Library (library with modern architecture):
www.oodihelsinki.fi/en
Suomenlinna Island (UNESCO site):
www.suomenlinna.fi/en
Kaivopuisto Park & seaside cafe:
www.ursula.fi
Allas Sea Pool (sauna & swimming):
www.allasseapool.fi
Löyly (iconic seaside sauna & restaurant):
www.loylyhelsinki.fi/en
City of Helsinki:
www.hel.fi
🇪🇪 Day Trip to Tallinn - Estonia
Many visitors choose to take a day trip to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia.
⛴ Travel time: ~2 hours by ferry
📍 Departure: Helsinki city centre harbour (exact terminal depends on the ferry company)
You can book tickets here:
🔗 www.tallink.com
🔗 www.vikingline.com
🔗 www.eckeroline.fi
We recommend booking in advance, especially during busy seasons.
Tallinn offers a beautiful historic old town, cafes and a different cultural experience all in one day.
Tallinn Official Tourism Website:
https://visittallinn.ee/eng
💡 Useful Tips
- Helsinki is safe and easy to navigate
- Card payments are widely accepted everywhere
- English is spoken fluently
- Weather can change quickly, bring layers
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
