Royal Line
Royal Line is a local family-run business that has cruising experience since 1945. Royal Line's traditions, expertise and service-minded attitude ensures an unique experience for every single passenger onboard. You can purchase the CityPass from the ticket booth at the Market Square or collect your tickets if you have already bought them online.
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Pohjoisranta 4
00120
Helsinki
The capital of Finland's main historical sights are experienced during the 1,5 hour Helsinki Sightseeing Cruise with an audio guide (available in 10 languages). The cruise departs from the famous Helsinki Market Square. Along the way, for example, the South Harbour, the beautiful Seaport, Jugend area called Eira, picturesque Kaivopuisto, architecture of Kruununhaka and lovely UNESCO World Heritage Site Suomenlinna are admired on a way. Onboard Sundeck Bar serves the passenger during the cruise. Sightseeing boat's large sundeck offers the best views of the city from the sea. The memorable cruise is guaranteed by the interesting stories about history of Finland, magnificent views from the sundeck and a professional crew. Welcome onboard!
Helsinki Sightseeing Cruise
Royal Line is a local family-run business that has cruising experience since 1945. Royal Line's traditions, expertise and service-minded attitude ensures an unique experience for every single passenger onboard.
The cruise departs from and returns to the Market Square, and during the one-hour journey you’ll enjoy views of the city’s scenic shoreline and evolving skyline. We will also pass by Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Relax in the ship’s warm indoor lounges while enjoying the traditional Christmas porridge included in the ticket, and take in the surrounding seascape and landmarks in the best possible way. Welcome onboard!
Opening time
Cruise operating from Market Square (pier between red sightseeing coloured flags)
TIMETABLE 2026
April
3-6 Apr (Fri-Mon Easter) at 11:00, 12:30, 14:00 & 15:30 (1 hour)
8 Apr (Wed) at 11:00, 12:30 & 14:00 (1 hour)
10-26 Apr (Fri-Sun) at 11:00, 12:30, 14:00 & 15:30 (1 hour)
30 Apr (Thu) at 12:00, 14:00 & 16:00 (1,5 hour)
May
1–31 May (Mon–Sun) at 12:00, 14:00 & 16:00
Additionally, 18–31 May (Mon–Sun) at 11:00, 13:00, 15:00 & 17:00 (no final cruise on Sundays)
June–October
1 Jun–13 Sep (Mon–Sun) at 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 & 17:00
14–27 Sep (Mon–Sun) at 12:00, 14:00 & 16:00
28 Sep–4 Oct (Mon–Sun) at 11:00, 12:30, 14:00 & 15:30 (duration 1 hour)
9-31 Oct (Fri-Sat) at 11:00, 12:30, 14:00 & 15:30 (duration 1 hour)
Note: On Midsummer’s Eve (19 June 2026), departure times differ.
Duration: 1.5 hours ( NOTE! April and October 1 hour)
Departure point: Market Square, Helsinki – Kolera Basin.
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Activities, Included in the Pass
Public price
Adult : €28.00Child : €14.00
Price with the pass
Adult : FreeChild : Free
Helsinki Dinner Cruise at 6:00 p.m
Royal Line's traditional Helsinki Dinner Cruise is a top thing to experience in Helsinki. During the memorable 2,5 hours long dinner cruise in the Eastern Archipelago of Helsinki tasty local cuisine made by the chefs are enjoyed onboard. Dinner is served at a buffet, and optional main course menu with dessert is also available. The ship’s fully alcohol licensed bar serves refreshing beverages, perectly compined with the menu. Departure at 18:00 pm from Helsinki Market Square. Book a table online and check the menu in advance.
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Opening time
Timetable
May Day Eve dinner cruise on April 30th at 19:00
2 May - 31 May
From Tuesday to Saturday at 6pm
1 - 20 June
From Monday to Saturday at 6pm
Exceptions on Midsummer Eve, Friday 19th June
21 June - 30 August
Daily at 6pm
31 August - 26 September
From Tuesday to Saturday at 6pm
The duration of the cruise is 2 hours 30 min.
The departure point is at Helsinki Market Square (Cholera Pool).
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Access by car
Access by train
Access by bus
Access on foot
Access by tram
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Thematic of the place
Activities, Food & Shopping, Discount
Public price
Adult : €60.00Child : €30.00
Price with the pass
Adult : €30.00Child : €15.00
Helsinki Dinner Cruise at 7:00 p.m
Royal Line's traditional Smuggler's Dinner Cruise is a top thing to experience in Helsinki. Between years 1919–1932 Prohibition Act led to previously unseen amounts of smuggling rectified spirits in the Finnish archipelago. During the cruise, stories will be heard about perhaps the most famous smuggler called Algoth Niska, as well as how the police and e.g. the customs vessel Nordvakten tried to prevent the sale and import of alcohol.
Opening time
Timetable 2026
22 May - 12 September
From Tuesday to Saturday at 7pm
Exceptions on Midsummer Eve, Friday 19th June
The duration of the cruise is 2 hours 30 min
The departure point is at Helsinki Market Square (Cholera Pool).
Stroller
Access by car
Access by train
Access by bus
Access by bike
Access on foot
Access by tram
Access by metro
Thematic of the place
Activities, Food & Shopping, Discount
Public price
Adult : €60.00Child : €30.00
Price with the pass
Adult : €30.00Child : €15.00