Eira Travel Guide
Helsinki


Popular places to visit

Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.

Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this culturally rich area.

Veikkaus Arena
Catch an event at Veikkaus Arena during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

Finlandia Hall
Attend an international music event and take a guided tour of this multipurpose Helsinki venue to learn about its significant architectural history.

Helsinki Zoo
Explore the planet’s wildest environments and discover the animals that live in this zoo, one of only a few in the world located on an island.
Things to do

Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki

A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library

The 1st Helsinki Free Tour - Since 2016

Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)
Top hotels in Eira

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Nice hotel the supervisor on duty helped me to change my room coz it was cold and on the corner noise from train station. She gave me a lovely room .all helpful
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Comfort Hotel Helsinki Airport
Super convenient to the hotel. The room was nice, on the smaller side. Breakfast is in the hotel next to Comfort, but eash enough to get to.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Marski by Scandic
Great hotel
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Great place fantastic view. Awesome service high recommended I will visit again.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Smart and cosy room and yet comfy. Conveniently located between airport and the city centre.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport
Beautiful hotel! Comfortable beds/linens! Excellent buffet for breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eira

Ullanlinna
When in Ullanlinna and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like South Harbour Olympia Terminal or Helsinki Olympia Terminal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kapteeninkatu Station or Neitsytpolku Station.

Punavuori
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Punavuori. Top attractions like Sinebrychoff Art Museum and Mikael Agricola Church are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Iso Roobertinkatu Station or Viiskulma Station to see more of the city.

Kaartinkaupunki
Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Kaartinkaupunki. You can visit top attractions like Design Museum and Statue of Havis Amanda, and jump on the metro at Kolmikulma Station or Etelaranta Station to see more of the city.

Kamppi
Travellers choose Kamppi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Tennispalatsi Finnkino Cinema.

Jatkasaari
While you're in Jatkasaari, take in top sights like West Harbour Terminal or Helsinki West Terminal, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saukonpaasi Tram Stop or Saukonkatu Tram Station.

Kluuvi
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Kluuvi. If sightseeing is on the list, Helsinki Central Library Oodi is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station to see more of the area.


