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Plastered grey, the Suomenlinna church is one of the oldest shrines in Helsinki. It greets those arriving from the sea by transmitting the H code with its Gustavian style tower, to indicate Helsinki. The onion domed church, originally built as an orthodox garrison church, was converted into a Lutheran church in the 1920s when the country had become independent. A lighthouse serving ship and air traffic still operates in the church tower.
The main museum of Suomenlinna showcases the history of the sea fortress from the 18th century to the present day of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Vesikko is a restored Finnish submarine from the 1930s and 1940s.
You can get to know the colourful phases of Finnish military history in the exhibitions of the Military Museum located in Suomenlinna.
Restaurant Walhalla is a gourmet restaurant located on the historic grounds on the fortified southern edge of the Kustaanmiekka isle at Suomenlinna.
Restaurant Särkänlinna is one of Helsinki's most beloved summer restaurants.
Restaurant Suomenlinnan Panimo (Suomenlinna Brewery) is located just a 15 minutes ferry trip away from Helsinki's Market Place. Just beside the main dock of Suomenlinna. A unique restaurant and brewery at Suomenlinna sea fortress with handcrafted beers and delicious food. The menu is influenced by the Russian and Swedish history in Suomenlinna with focus on fresh, Finnish ingredients.
Lonna is a charming little island situated between Helsinki's bustling Market Square and the Suomenlinna Fortress Island.
Cafe Piper, a wooden-villa café at Suomenlinna, is known for its outstanding location in the flowering Piper's Park.
Hostel Suomenlinna is located at the Unesco world heritage site Suomenlinna, just a 15min ferry ride from the Market square.
