Helsinki: Katajanokka, the Art Nouveau district in the heart of Helsinki, with Doro
ID: GYG855145-1350573
Category:
Country: Finland
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Let's discover Katajanokka, a very special district in the heart of Helsinki. Art Nouveau streets, Orthodox cathedral, icebreakers, anectodes... I have a surprising visit in store for you.
Walking tour of Katajanokka, with me (Doro) and in French - Let's discover the treasures of this stunning island in the heart of Helsinki. The sumptuous Orthodox cathedral, like a jewel with golden bulbs, seems to welcome us with reverence. Can you spot the unusual details on the facades of the Art Nouveau buildings? Black gold and green gold in Katajanokka? And that candy-pink building, the Palais de la Monnaie, really? And let's not forget to say hello to the friendly mascot of Luotsikatu Street, one of Finland's most beautiful streets. Have you heard of Alvar Aalto and his ugly sugar cube? And that cross shape in the middle of the island map, could it be a... And no, it's not the location of a treasure! But that's all for now: we'll see you soon for this enriching visit in good spirits!
Highlights
- A small-group tour in a good mood
- An unusual residential area on the edge of Helsinki's tourist heartland
- The birth of Art Nouveau architecture in Helsinki
- Europe's largest Orthodox cathedral outside Russia
- The home port of Finland's icebreakers
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We'll be walking about 4 kilometers, and there will be steps along the way.
We'll enter Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral if it's open during our visit.
We'll meet at the end of the Esplanade, at the Havis Amanda statue, just before reaching the Place du Marché. You won't have any trouble spotting me: there probably won't be many of us around the statue, and I'll have a red pouch in my hand.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
