Kaivopuisto Park
Kaivopuisto
A historic seaside park at the city's southern end, with hilltop views of Suomenlinna and passing ferries. A favourite summer picnic spot.
Kaivopuisto Park lies on the seafront at the southern tip of the city. It is one of Helsinki's oldest and most popular parks, and in the 19th century it was a spa resort. The park has rolling grassy slopes, Observatory Hill and a seaside promenade. From here you can see Suomenlinna and the large ferries heading to Tallinn and Stockholm. Around the park are Art Nouveau villas in the embassy district. Large picnics take place around May Day (1 May), and open-air concerts are held in summer. Entry is free. It is a 15-minute walk along the shore from Market Square.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Allas Sea Pool
- Market Square & Old Market Hall
- SkyWheel Helsinki
- Uspenski Cathedral
- Design District Helsinki
- Esplanadi Park
- Helsinki Cathedral & Senate Square
- Ateneum Art Museum