How long is Suomenlinna ferry?
approximately 15 minutes
The service ferry has space for several vehicles. The ferry runs approximately once per hour. The journey to Suomenlinna takes approximately 15 minutes.
How do you get to Suomenlinna?
Suomenlinna is accessible only by water. A ferry service runs from the Market Square to Suomenlinna throughout the year. During summer and autumn, a water bus service to Suomenlinna is also available. The guest harbour in the middle of Suomenlinna caters to visitors arriving by their own boats.
Is Suomenlinna free?
Suomenlinna is a car-free zone where only service vehicles are allowed. Transporting cars on the ferries is subject to a charge. Reservations should be made in advance from Suomenlinnan Liikenne.
How long do you need for Suomenlinna?
There are many walking trails, museums, parks, churches, libraries, cafés, and restaurants to wander into. So, take your time to have a look around. As a minimum, I’d say the shortest time you could spend here would be two hours.
Is Suomenlinna worth visiting?
A nice place to visit, for half a day. Went in October and many of the museums and cafes are closed ( only run during the summer months) but had a lovely time exploring and taking beautiful pictures. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes as there is a lot of climbing and walking.
Do people live in Suomenlinna?
Suomenlinna is home to around 800 residents and 400-500 people work in the fortress all year round. Unesco World Heritage Site is visited by approximately one million visitors yearly. Suomenlinna islands hosts for example museums, artists work rooms, naval academy and open prison.
How do I get from Helsinki to Suomenlinna Island?
The ferry service is operated by the Helsinki Region Transport Authority (HSL). Depending on the season and the time of day, ferries run 1 to 4 times per hour from the morning until the night throughout the year. The journey to Suomenlinna takes approximately 15 minutes.
Is Suomenlinna open in winter?
The ferry to Suomenlinna runs all year round, even when the sea freezes over. The journey takes about 15 minutes from the Market Square and it’s an especially beautiful trip if you manage to catch the sun rise.
How many people live on Suomenlinna?
around 800 residents
Suomenlinna is home to around 800 residents and 400-500 people work in the fortress all year round. Unesco World Heritage Site is visited by approximately one million visitors yearly. Suomenlinna islands hosts for example museums, artists work rooms, naval academy and open prison.