Helsinki Info

Airport transportation:

Taxi – Average travel time to the hotel is 30 minutes. Cost: around 40 euros.

Finnair Bus – Average travel time 30 minutes. Arrives at the Central Railway Station, about five-minute walk to the hotel. Cost: 6,30 euros.

Public transport bus – Average travel time 40-50 minutes, also arrives at the Central Railway Station. Cost: 4,50 euros (night-time 6,00 euros).

 

Holiday season:

December is the time for Christmas parties, markets and shopping. We recommend visiting the The St. Thomas Christmas Market in Senate Square, open on 7-22 December 2013. Please see the description below:

“The St. Thomas Christmas Market is a traditional handicrafts Christmas fair that is organised by the City of Helsinki Public Works Department. Sales booths are rented for selling Christmas related handicrafts, gifts, culinary delicacies and other similar products.”

For more information about The St. Thomas Christmas Market and other similar activities, please visit

http://www.visithelsinki.fi/en/whats-on/events-in-helsinki/christmas-events-bring-light-and-joy

 

Please note that winter time in Helsinki can be quite cold and windy. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee snow, but in any case, proper winter clothing and shoes are highly recommended.

 

For more information, please visit the official Helsinki City Tourist Information site:

http://www.visithelsinki.fi/en/come/tourist-information/helsinki-city-tourist-information

Or you can also contact us at fpsa-conference@helsinki.fi