Helsinki Sightseeing Cruise

ActivitiesIncluded in the Pass

A Magical Christmas Porridge Cruise Among Helsinki’s Main Sights

Experience an unforgettable winter-season (November–January) sightseeing cruise on Helsinki’s beautiful waters as we explore the city from the sea.

Helsinki Sightseeing Cruise is available with audio guidance (in 10 languages).

Here’s how to get to Sightseeing Cruise from Stop 2 on the Hop On Hop Off bus:

  1. Hop off at Stop 2 (Market Square) on the Hop On Hop Off bus.

  2. Walk to the nearby Market Square (Kauppatori), which is about a 2-minute walk from Stop 2.

  3. At Market Square, find the red-colored flags at the pier. The Helsinki Sightseeing Cruise departs from the area between these flags.

  4. Show you CityPass and board the boat. The journey typically takes about 1.5 hours, and the boat ride offers lovely views of the Helsinki archipelago.

Enjoy your sightseeing cruise!

Adult €27.00 Child €13.50 Free with the Pass!

Contact

Eteläesplanadi
00130 Helsinki

+358207118333
info@royalline.fi
https://royalline.fi

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 2025

April

25.-30.4.2025 Fri-Wed at 12, 14 & 16

May

1.5.-1.6.2025 Mon-Sun at 12, 14 & 16

Additionally, 19.5.-1.6.2025 Mon-Sun at 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm & 5 pm (no last cruise on Sundays)

June - October

2.6.-14.9.2025 Mon-Sun at 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17

15.9.-28.9.2025 Mon-Sun at 12, 14, 16

29.9.-5.10.2025 Mon-Sun 11 am, 12.30 pm, 2 pm, 3.30 pm (duration 1 hour)

10.-12.10 & 17.-19.10. & 24.-26.10.2025 Fri-Sun at 11, 12.30, 14, 15.30 (duration 1 hour)

On Midsummer's Eve, June 20, 2025, there will be exceptions to departure times.

Duration: 1.5 hours (October 1 hour)

Winter season from November to March is closed

Accessibility

  • Stroller

Access conditions

  • Access by bike
  • Access by bus
  • Access by car
  • Access by metro
  • Access by train
  • Access by tram
  • Access on foot

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.

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!