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.
Finlandia Hall
Attend an international music event and take a guided tour of this multipurpose Helsinki venue to learn about its significant architectural history.
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.
Kauppatori Market Square
Shop for locally made handicrafts, gourmet Finnish food, souvenirs and many more exceptional items in this famous market in the center of Helsinki.
Senate Square
Snap photos of the fascinating buildings surrounding this huge square, which is the cultural center of politics, religion and science in the city.
Things to do
The 1st Helsinki Free Tour - Since 2016
From Helsinki: Porvoo Guided Day Trip with Transportation
Top hotels in Eira
Marski by Scandic
Great location, good size room
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
The hotel is at an excellent location. The art museum is directly opposite. All the main attractions are walkable, I stayed in the new wing. It was modern and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. The only down side is that the room doors all slam shuts. So you hear a loud bang every time someone ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Nice Hotel. Quiet when above ground floor, nice corridors. Room was clean - but small. Disappointed that initially there was no table in the room, I had to commandeer one from the corridor. No fridge either, but staff were happy to store some items in their fridge for me. Lovely bed with spotless ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Beautiful hotel, comfortable bed and amazing View of Helsinki, we recommend 👌
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Nice building- large rooms
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel, Helsinki
We really enjoyed our stay at the Seaside location. The room was comfortable and the buffet breakfast was excellent. The hotel is close to transit and the West Harbour Terminal. It’s our second time staying here and we enjoyed it as much as the first time!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Eira
Punavuori
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Punavuori. Top attractions like Sinebrychoff Art Museum and Museum of Foreign Art are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Iso Roobertinkatu Station or Viiskulma Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Kauppatori Market Square, 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.
Eira
- Helsinki Cathedral
- Finlandia Hall
- Veikkaus Arena
- Helsinki Ice Hall
- Mall of Tripla
- Kauppatori Market Square
- Jumbo Shopping Center
- Senate Square
- Helsinki Zoo
- Nuuksio National Park
- Hakaniemi Market Square
- Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
- Uspenski Cathedral
- Presidential Palace
- Helsinki Outlet
- Esplanadi
