Helsinki, Finland's capital, is one of Europe's most interesting and enjoyable cities. Many first-time visitors associate Finland with extreme cold, but the summers—especially in the south—can be ...

Our city guides are written by the people who know the places best. In this case, our Helsinki correspondent lets you in on a few of the Finnish capital’s best-kept secrets. Helsinki is a city that ...

Sitting at the 60th parallel north, Helsinki, Finland anchors the northernmost major metropolitan region in the entire world. During summer months, its temperate weather and long, sunny days are a ...

When visiting Helsinki you can’t help but notice how fiercely independent and proud the Finns are—in addition to how amazing Finnish sauna is; and how tasty reindeer is; and how quirky and friendly ...

HELSINKI, Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a record-breaking edition that attracted more than half a million visits, Helsinki Biennial returns in summer 2027, inviting visitors to discover ...

Helsinki grew up around its busy harbor, overlooked by the gleaming white Lutheran Cathedral. (Photo by Rick Steves) The Swedes built Suomenlinna in the mid-1700s to counter Russia's rising power.

Saunas are at the heart of Finnish culture. To celebrate the launch of our latest book, Monocle Films selects the hottest places to work up a sweat. Available now at The Monocle Shop.