Chosen to be the next World Design Capital for 2012, Helsinki is probably one of the most cultural and impressive European capitals, with various superb attractions and a multitude of entertainment facilities for tourists. The city itself is like a fortress of history, while the streets are like a maze that takes you towards the best attractions in Helsinki.

• Seurasaari Open Air Museum
Discovered in 1909, Seurasaari Museum features the past life of the people of Helsinki throughout the 18th and 19th century. Located on a small island and connected to the shore through a bridge, the outstanding fortress presents various exhibits that show off numerous ruins and former activities of the people of Finland. Karuna Church is also one of the main attractions of the open air museum, along with various houses and house former customary trades of the inhabitants.

• Suomenlinna Fortress
Recognized as Finland’s most staggering attractions, Suomenlinna is actually an extraordinary island with numerous ruins and historic sites for travelers to admire and photograph. In 1991 the place became a UNESCO World Treasure Heritage due to its bizarre but at the same time fascinating surroundings. The architecture of the Fortress is pure military revealing some more information about the defense techniques of Finland in the past. With over 900 permanent dwellers, Suomenlinna is an ideal recreational area with various restaurants, shops and cafes to offer to its visitors.

• The National Museum of Finland
The astonishing building was finished and opened to the general public in 1919; therefore, it is considered one of the most beautiful attractions for tourists due to its six remarkable departments. Medals, coins, weapons, as well as numerous decorations, are what makes the place so admired by tourists. The architectural construction is all about the history and culture of Finland; thus, from all over the world, people are more than welcomed to come and explore the impressive past of the country, as well as its capital Helsinki.

• Linnanmäki Amusement Park
Over the years, Linnanmäki Amusement Park has become the favorite destination for families and groups worldwide, because it dignifies the recreational touch of Helsinki. Over the summer season, the park organizes an amazing Carnival of Lights, which has certainly managed impress everyone who decides to stop by. Walk along the place, have a closer look at the natural vegetation of the surroundings and make Linnanmäki Amusement Park your primary choice when it comes to leisure time.

• The Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
Beginning from 1960, the museum is indeed one of Helsinki’s most peculiar but impressive attractions of the entire city. It has become over the years quite popular due to its unconventional conception of art. Whether it’s the minimalistic style that you like or you’re more into Expressionism, the Kiasma Museum is the ideal place to come and have a look at. The unusual vision towards everything that’s new has made the place a favorite tourist attraction. Admire the marvelous galleries, walk around the museum and esteem the architecture of the building as well, and find out more about the art that is embedded onto the city of Helsinki.