4 ways to have Finnish sauna in Helsinki

Saunas are a big part of Finnish culture as well as a big part of having a relaxing fun time.
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Each public sauna in Helsinki has its own character. Many locals have their absolute favourite sauna. Which one do you prefer?

For the urban explorer: Hermanni, Kotiharju and Uusi Sauna

Traditional public saunas can still be found in the heart of the city and are well worth trying just for the authentic Finnish sauna experience. They are the soul of Helsinki. For instance Kotiharju Sauna in the Kallio district is the last remaining wood-heated local sauna in the city where you can also enjoy a massage or try the ancient remedy of cupping. In addition to Kotiharju, Sauna Hermanni and Uusi Sauna are also popular local sauna.

Girl lying down on a table, facing the camera with their arms folded under their chin, whilst a lady washes them at Kotiharjun sauna.
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For children in the archipelago: Lonna's sauna

For those looking for a sauna by the sea, the public sauna on the island of Lonna provides a good setting. The log-framed sauna has loft saunas for men and women, which are heated by large disposable wooden heaters. In connection with the sauna, there is a large common cooling terrace with magnificent views of the archipelago. Open May-October.

On the right a small group of people are chilling outside of the Lonna sauna on Lonna island, a few trees at the back of the building, and the shoreline stretching into the distance to the left of the photo.
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For pampering: Helsinki Day Spa and Kämp Spa

Helsinki Day Spa and Kämp Spa are not traditional public saunas but they are suitable for a total pampering experience. Both establishments offer a wide range of facial and body treatments, including massages. 

Helsinki Day Spa lounge alue
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For the partygoer: Löyly

The hot new public sauna in Helsinki is Löyly at Hernesaarenranta on the southern tip of the peninsula. Löyly has attracted a lot of media attention around the world, not least for its amazing wooden architecture. As well as being a traditional sauna, it also houses a restaurant and nightclub. Since opening in 2016, Löyly has become the place to be seen with lots of space on its huge terraces from morning to night.

There are public saunas that you can visit at any time if there is space available, as well as private saunas that can be booked in advance, if you are a newbie remember to read up on appropriate sauna etiquette.

You can further read about the sauna experiences Helsinki has to offer!

Viewed from the opposite side of Löyly's terrace, partially overlooking the sea to the right, two people climb out of the water having dipped after sauna. Under an overcast sky, the rocky shore stretches to the Eiranranta shoreline in the distance.
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Each public sauna in Helsinki has its own character. Many locals have their absolute favourite sauna. Which one do you prefer?