Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore Helsinki with stops at key sites like Senate Square and the Cathedral, the unique Art Nouveau architecture in Katajanokka, and a cultural oasis, the Allas Sea Pool.
After, our guide will lead us into the heart of Helsinki’s culinary scene at the Old Market Hall to sample local specialties.
We’ll wrap up with Esplanadi Park, making this a perfect blend of history and flavor!
INCLUDED in the tour:
- Key CITY sights: Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, City Hall, Market Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Old Market Hall, Esplanadi Park
- FOOD tasting: local fish and smoked Reindeer meat, traditional rye bread, local pastry, Caviar delicacies, Blue Chocolate, non-alcoholic drinks
FOOD TASTINGS are subject to change based on availability and the season.
LUNCH is not provided on this tour.
Please, make sure to inform us about any ALLERGIES in advance.
PRIVATE TOURS ONLY: Feel free to request a flexible starting time.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On December-February, due to icy and snowy this tour is not recommended for those in wheelchairs or parents with strollers.
What To Expect
Senate Square
Here we will learn about Senate Square, the Government Palace, the University of Helsinki, and the Sederholm House.
Helsinki Cathedral
Helsinki Cathedral is an iconic symbol of the capital. Visitors can explore it for a fee.
Options
Shared Christmas tour
Special: In addition to delicacies from Lapland, warm Christmas drinks, and sweet Christmas pastries will help you to stay warm. Christmas menu sample: Delicacies from Lapland, warm Christmas drinks, and Christmas pastries Christmas edition
PRIVATE tour with Black Caviar
Tastings menu sample: Local fish delicacies, Black caviar, smoked Reindeer meat, traditional rye bread, local pastry, and blue chocolate Route and meeting point: We can customise the tour's route according to your specific wishes. The starting point can be from your hotel in city centre Flexible starting time: We can make any starting time between 10:00 am and 03:00 pm. The transfer vehicle can be purchased for customers on-site
Shared small group tour
Food&drink tastings sample: local fish, smoked Reindeer meat, traditional bread, local pastry, Caviar delicacies, Blue Chocolate, non-alcoholic drinks
What‘s Included
Non-alcohol drinks
Professional local guiding service
Local taxes
TASTING menu sample: Salmon canapés, Smocked reindeer, Fish delicacies, Bread cheese, Soft drink, Traditional bread and pastry, Local Chocolate
Local beer/cider be added for extra cost
Lunch is not needed, if you had breakfast before the tour.
Gratuities
The admission to the cathedrals can be purchased on sight
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
97 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exceptional Historical and Food Tour
Shaundra L,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My small family and I had a private tour with Larisa Doty and it was spectacular. She was very patient with me, even though I was having some walking issues. The tour not only included great food but a lot of Helsinki history. The variety of food was vast ranging from fresh local strawberries to two different types of caviar, including black caviar, and reindeer. I highly recommend this tour!
Great tour!
Caitlyn A,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I absolutely loved this tour with Larisa. It was a great mix of overall city/history information and the food tasting. All of the food provided was so good (and genuinely local!) and really well thought out. I would definitely recommend and would for sure do another tour with her in the future.
Larisa is great and so is the tour
Jonathon B,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This walking / food tour was great! Larisa was our guide and she gave us a great Helsinki experience. We walked the city and saw historic sites. The food offerings were a great sampling of Finnish foods including reindeer, bear, elk, caviar, herring and salmon. Our guide took us to local chocolate and licorice shops in the city center. This is an easy and efficient way to see Helsinki.
Fun and Interesting Intro to Helsinki
Amanda F,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great introduction to Helsinki. I learned a lot of local history and tried delicious foods that I wouldn’t have found on my own. Who would have thought I’d like reindeer enough to buy some to take home? There were also plenty of food options for less adventurous eaters. Lara was an excellent guide - knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. If possible, I recommend doing this one of your first days in the city because it’s a great way to get a feel for where things are and ideas for where to eat later.
A walk around town
jason r,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wear some comfortable shoes and if you get cold easy a jacket. Hope you get a guide like mine that knows a lot about the architecture
Great Tour!
Elizabeth F,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lara was an amazing guide! She shared lots of history about the locations and the food. The tour was a great way to orient myself to the city and help plan additional activities. Great experience! Totally recommend!
Excellent way to see the major tourist sights in Helsinki
richard b,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent way to see the major tourist sights in Helsinki and try some of the local food. We felt there was plenty of food to eat- but we are not fussy! Lara was lovely and very knowledgeable. We think these tours are worth the cost- this tour very much equivalent to others we’ve taken in New York, Iceland and krakow.
Helsinki food tour
margaret p,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lara was a very knowledgeable guide. The tour balanced historical information about Helsinki with an interesting range of food. It was a great way to orientate myself in a new city.
Fabulous food tour in historic Helsinki
Nancy S,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lara combined a deep history of Helsinki with a fun food tour…..sausages, cheese, pastries, and hot lingonberry juice. While we sampled delicacies the rich history of this part of the world came alive. She is a superb guide.
This tour was well worth...
Elaina S,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was well worth braving the cold weather. I had a great time with our small group learning about Helsinki and tasting its specialties.
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