Vallisaari Island
Vallisaari
A former military restricted island next to Suomenlinna, open to the public since 2016, with wildflower meadows, defensive works and wild nature.
Vallisaari Island lies east of Suomenlinna. For a long time it was a military site and ammunition depot. Opened to the public in 2016, it retains rich natural habitats because few people set foot on it for nearly a century. The island has wildflower meadows, butterflies, old gun batteries and shoreline trails. It has a café and marked paths, and visitors must keep to the designated routes, as old ammunition that has not been cleared may still be present. A ferry from Market Square takes about 20 minutes in summer. The island is free to visit.
Opening hours
Ferry season approx. May–Sep
Nearby sights
- Suomenlinna
- Korkeasaari Zoo
- Kaivopuisto Park
- SkyWheel Helsinki
- Uspenski Cathedral
- Allas Sea Pool
- Market Square & Old Market Hall
- Helsinki Cathedral & Senate Square