Helsinki Central Station
Helsingin päärautatieasema
Eliel Saarinen's National Romantic railway station, whose four giant stone figures holding round lamps at the entrance have become symbols of the city.
Helsinki Central Station, designed by Eliel Saarinen and opened in 1919, is one of the city's most recognisable buildings. Its pink granite façade, clock tower and four giant stone figures holding spherical lamps at the entrance make it stand out. The BBC has named it one of the most beautiful railway stations in the world. The station is a rail hub for trains to the airport, Rovaniemi, Turku and St. Petersburg, and the metro and tram stops are right next door. Entry is free, and the station has restaurants and a convenience store.
Opening hours
Approx. 05:00–01:30
Nearby sights
- Ateneum Art Museum
- Helsinki Central Library Oodi
- Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
- Amos Rex
- Kamppi Chapel of Silence
- Esplanadi Park
- Finlandia Hall
- Design District Helsinki