University of Helsinki
Are you looking for something to do, you should definitely take the time to visit the traditional Herring Market at the Market Square in Helsinki.
The Herring Market has been organized since about 1743 and it is one of the traditions that is part of life in Helsinki every October.
Have a walk around and taste the different herring and other fish products as well as the traditional black bread!
The opening hours are:
7.–12.10.2012 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., 13.10 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
If you want to read more about the Herring Market, please see the Helsinki 200 website.
Photos from the opening day can be found on the Port of Helsinki website.