Where to Sail: the 3 Best Finland Ferry Trips

1.Day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn. Ferry included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $155Our pick

This 11-hour small-group trip takes you from Helsinki to Tallinn by round-trip ferry, with port transfers and a guided walk through the Upper and Lower Old Town. Guides such as Darja, Kareena, and Svetlana lead the visit, covering churches, castle views, city walls, and local stories before you get free time to eat and explore on your own.

“Great day in Tallinn. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and also helped us find a good place for lunch. She was very accommodating with taking pictures for us and it was great to have transfers to and from the ferry.”

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2.Helsinki & Suomenlinna: City Highlights Tour with Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $152Top rated

Start in central Helsinki with Oodi, the Olympic Stadium, Sibelius Monument, and two landmark cathedrals. Then take the ferry to Suomenlinna for a two-hour guided walk. Sergio is one guide associated with the tour. Expect a shared group of up to 21, hotel pickup at selected hotels, and a Market Square finish.

“Our tour guide, Sergio, was absolutely amazing! We were lucky enough to do two tours with him, and both were unforgettable. He brought Porvoo, the Helsinki area, and Suomenlinna Fortress to life with his stories and knowledge. We learned so much and had the best time—highly recommend! Pam and Robert from Minnesota, USA”

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3.Helsinki & Suomenlinna: City Highlights Tour with Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 20 reviews · 5h 30m · from $151Best value

Spend about five and a half hours exploring Helsinki with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, possibly Sergio, by air-conditioned van, on foot, and by ferry. Visit the Olympic Stadium, Sibelius Monument, Uspenski and Helsinki Cathedrals, Market Square, and Suomenlinna. Finnish tastings include salmiac, blueberry juice, and Karl Fazer chocolate.

“The tour was excellent, and Sergio, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable about the place. We enjoyed it very much. We were picked up from our hotel at the perfect time, and communication throughout was very easy. Unfortunately, we didn’t have cash on hand for tips at the time, but we truly appreciated the great service and would highly recommend this tour.”

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