kaivopuisto

Valkosaari is a small island just outside Eteläsatama, the south harbour. The big white wooden pavilion with its green roof was designed by the architects Estlander and Settergren in 1900. Today the pavilion houses the summer restaurant NJK. The yacht club Nyländska Jaktklubben, NJK, operates the berth. There's also a guest harbour.

The connection boat in summer operates from the Valkosaari quay just past the Olympic terminal.

The Olympic terminal with a regular passenger ship service to Stockholm (Sweden), is located at the South Harbour. The terminal services include luggage lockers, an ATM, a restaurant, kiosk and a Tallink Silja service point.

Villa Kleineh, also known as the House of Adlercreutz, is an old villa in the Kaivopuisto park area. It was originally built for accomodating guests of the Ullanlinna bath in the 1830's. Nowadays it is the oldest remaining villa in the Kaivopuisto park and the residence of the ambassador of the Netherlands.

The Ursa Astronomical Associaton Observatory is located in Kaivopuisto Park.

Saaristo's white Art Nouveau style villa, built in 1899, is one of Helsinki's most imposing and traditional restaurants. It is located on a small island "Luoto - Klippan" near Kaivopuisto only 2 minutes boat ride away.

Restaurant Saaristo's menu offers delicacies of the Scandinavian cuisine. During crayfish season, starting at the end of July, Saaristo is also one of the most popular venues in town for Finnish crayfish parties.

Restaurant's historical milieu as well as central and beautiful location by the sea offer unique surroundings from romantic dinners to private parties of up to 500 persons.

Connection boat from the Saaristo-pier, next to the Olympic terminal.

The villa-type restaurant, located on the small island of Valkosaari, was built in 1900. It is one of the most popular locations for festivities during the summer season, as well as one of the most popular crayfish restaurants in town - and a wonderful setting for a tasty meal. The tall, spacious hall is surrounded by a bright covered veranda with large windows and a view of the Market Square and Katajannokka.

During restaurant opening hours it is also possible to enjoy a glass on the outdoor terrace without ferry charge. Dinner is also possible to enjoy outdoors.

The connection ferry departs from Valkosaari pier (Ehrenströmintie 13) behind the Olympic terminal. The price of the ferry ticket is added to the restaurant bill.

Mannerheim Museum is the home of Baron G. Mannerheim, Marshal of Finland.

Helsinki's oldest and best known park is surrounded by embassies and villas. The nearby sea, rock cliffs and green lawns offer many opportunities to relax and enjoy the outdoors. During winter, if the snow situation permits, the park is popular for sledding. At the highest point of the park is the Ursa Observatory. There are also several cafées and restaurants along the shore and on the islands.