Helsinki, Finland
Helsinki | Finland
Prior to visiting Helsinki late March, early April many friends and family members were baffled at our desire to travel further north for a few days as usually this time of year everyone is craving sunshine and warmth! Although we still crave that (as I type this it is snow/blowing outside!), the days spent in Helsinki proved to be bright, sunny, and totally enjoyable.
Below I have linked a few neat places that we checked out and are highly recommendable if you find yourself in the Finnish capital.
TO SEE / TO DO
> See the White Cathedral. Tuomiokirkko (Cathedral)
> Walk by the Sibelius Monument, a monument erected for the famous Finnish Composer.
> Take the ferry to Suomenlinna
> Visit the Rock Church / Temppeliaukio Church
> Walk through the beautiful, Hietaniemi Cemetery
> Get your sauna on at Löyly
> Go swimming outdoors in the sea pool at Allas
CAFES / RESTAURANTS
> KUUMA. Cosy cafe where the green smoothie, avocado toast, and coffee are aplenty.
> YES YES YES. A great veggie place with mocktails, naan, and live music. Not certain if they have live music each day but they had a lovely D.J. singing. The decor and environment is colorful and inspiring.
> DATE + KALE. If you are wanting a bowl or a juice, a smoothie or even a beauty bite this place is for you. Co-owned by Anni Kravi who is the queen of making delicious and beautiful plant-based pørridge (she even wrote this awesome book), DATE + KALE is an extension of her creativity and smarts.
> The Cock. A must-try! From the eclectic menu to the difference between the ground and basement floors, we thoroughly enjoyed our experience at The Cock.
> GIWA. The finest South Korean food in Helsinki. You can try the traditional Bibimbap dish in a dolsot (stone pot) which keeps the dish warm the entire time you are eating. It was delish!
> Roots. If you venture towards the Kallio neighborhood this is a great cafe to check out. It was recommended to us by my friend, I, who lives down the street from it and even met us there for a cup of coffee.
> Cafe Regatta. The cosiest cafe right on the water. The day we were there, we walked right up - from the water! Yeah, it was frozen over so we took the scenic, scenic route. It was fun!
Green smoothie + yogurt, KUUMA
If you are visiting Helsinki maybe these suggestions will point you in the right direction, however, I hope you will find a few neat places of your own!
Hasta pronto :)
