[2025 Helsinki Attraction] Travel Guide for SkyWheel Helsinki (Updated Oct)

#europeonbudget The Skywheel Helsinki is a delightful, year-round attraction that provides breathtaking panoramic views of the city. While the standard ride is a relatively brief 12 minutes, the comfort of the climate-controlled cabins and the stunning vistas make it a worthwhile addition to any Helsinki itinerary. It’s an accessible and enjoyable way to see major landmarks from a new angle, and its prime harbor location puts you right in the heart of the action. From your climate-controlled gondola, you'll see a tapestry of Helsinki's key features. To the south, the vast expanse of the Baltic Sea stretches out, dotted with ferries and smaller boats. To the east, the onion domes of the Uspenski Cathedral—a magnificent symbol of Helsinki's Russian heritage—gleam in the sun. The city's famous Market Square, Kauppatori, with its bustling stalls and colorful tents, appears like a miniature playset below you. Further inland, you can spot the iconic Helsinki Cathedral and the architectural elegance of the Senate Square.

As the title suggests, Helsinki is a stunning city that looks even more beautiful under the blue sky. Today, let me introduce you to a day spent near the harbor! ① Helsinki Cathedral (Photos 1–3) Helsinki Cathedral is the landmark of the city! Its pure white structure stands on a slightly elevated spot, making it prominent whether viewed up close or from afar. When you look up at the cathedral from nearby, you'll see statues of the 12 apostles lined up. Originally, it was called St. Nicholas Church⛪️. Taking photos of Helsinki Cathedral from various angles is highly recommended! You can enjoy different atmospheres depending on the perspective🙆. Personally, I love the view of the cathedral peeking through the streets. ② Senate Square (Photo 4) Right in front of Helsinki Cathedral lies Senate Square. It's quite spacious, with a statue of Russian Emperor Alexander II standing in the center. Truly a place to relax and unwind. Many people were sitting on the steps, enjoying their time leisurely😊. ③ View from the Ferry (Photo 5) To visit the Suomenlinna Fortress from Helsinki's harbor, you can take a small ferry. The view from the ferry is breathtaking. In the distance, you can see Helsinki Cathedral, creating a very romantic scene🤍. Since the ride only takes 15 minutes, make sure to grab a seat at the back of the ferry to enjoy the view of Helsinki's cityscape as it fades into the distance. ④ SkyWheel Helsinki (Photo 6) A Ferris wheel that offers a panoramic view of Helsinki🎡. You can even spot the Suomenlinna Fortress from afar! And here's a fun fact—one of the cabins is actually a private sauna🧖. Helsinki is synonymous with saunas! You can enjoy both the sauna and the cityscape with 4–5 people. It costs around 40,000 yen for 4 people, but it would surely make for a memorable experience😘. On a sunny day, be sure to spend your time near the harbor! ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ 📍: Helsinki, Finland 📸: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎

Helsinki is the capital of Finland. During this three-day, two-night trip, we mainly explored various attractions in the city, including the Helsinki Cathedral, the Helsinki Ferris Wheel, and Cafe Regatta! Walking through the streets of Helsinki is very pleasant and spacious. You can see the unique architecture of Helsinki, which is very distinctive! The Helsinki Cathedral features a large green dome and special white colonnades on all four sides! It is highly recommended to take a look! In addition, Cafe Regatta is known for having the best cinnamon rolls in the world. The cafe's environment is very stylish, with a predominant red theme! Enjoying delicious food while looking at the lake view makes life very desirable! The address is Merikannontie 8, 00260 Helsinki, Finland!