Family Adventure Day in Finland

Day 1: Adventure in Helsinki

Helsinki, Finland

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Esplanad

Kickstart your family adventure with a delicious breakfast of fresh pastries and traditional Finnish rye bread at Café Esplanad, a beloved café located in the heart of Helsinki.
Located in the Esplanadi Park, easily reachable by tram or a short walk if you are staying central.
EUR20, 1 Hour

9:30AM

Visit Suomenlinna Sea Fortress

Take a short ferry ride from the Market Square to Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring stunning sea views, historical fortifications, and family-friendly parks to explore.
Ferry service operates regularly from the Market Square.
EUR15 per person (children under 7 free), 3 Hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Aino Restaurant

Refuel with a family-friendly meal at Aino, where you can savor traditional Finnish dishes such as salmon soup and reindeer meat, served in a cozy environment.
Located back in Helsinki near the Market Square, a 15-minute ferry ride followed by a short walk.
EUR60 for a family of four, 1.5 Hours

2:45PM

Exploring Kumpula Botanic Garden

After lunch, head to the Kumpula Botanic Garden for a relaxing walk among beautiful plants and flowers, offering a serene environment perfect for children to roam and families to enjoy.
Easily accessible by tram from the city center.
EUR8 per adult, children free, 2 Hours

5:00PM

Visit the Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island

Catch a ferry to Korkeasaari Island, home to Helsinki Zoo; kids will love seeing animals from around the world and can enjoy the zoo's play areas.
Ferry service from the city center lands on the island.
EUR13 for adults, EUR8 for children, 2 Hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Ravintola Savotta

Conclude your adventure with dinner at Ravintola Savotta, offering delightful Finnish cuisine with a rustic atmosphere right next to Senate Square, perfect for kick-starting your evening.
A short tram ride or a 10-minute stroll from the zoo ferry station.
EUR80 for a family of four, 1.5 Hours
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