During this guided walking tour, we’ll explore aesthetics, materials, and the societal conditions that shaped the development of modern architecture in Helsinki from the 1930s to 2018. The tour introduces participants to the city centre’s fascinating office buildings, department stores, educational institutions, and other public buildings.
Come and discover Helsinki’s modernism beyond the surface.
The tours are written by experts at the Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki and guided by museum educators familiar with the themes. The tours are part of the museum’s open summer 2025 architecture walk programme, exploring some of Helsinki’s most interesting urban and residential areas.
Participation
Each walking tour requires a separate reservation through our booking platform. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and registration is binding.
Please show the booking confirmation email to your guide before the tour begins.
Price: €15 / person
Duration: 90 minutes
Language: Tours are organised in Finnish and English.
Each tour is limited to 25 participants. The participation fee must be paid online no later than the day before the tour. Payments are accepted only through our booking platform. It is not possible to pay on-site.
Private walking tours for groups can be booked here.
Schedule
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Thu 12 June 2025 | 3:00 PM–4:30 PM
Language: English | Participation: online registration, free of charge (Helsinki Day)
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Thu 12 June 2025 | 5:00 PM–6:30 PM
Language: Finnish | Participation: online registration, free of charge (Helsinki Day)
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Thu 17 July 2025 | 3:00 PM–4:30 PM
Language: English | Participation: online registration, €15 / person
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Thu 17 July 2025 | 5:00 PM–6:30 PM
Language: Finnish | Participation: online registration, €15 / person
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Sat 9 August 2025 | 2:00 PM–3:30 PM
Language: Finnish | Participation: online registration, €15 / person
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Sat 9 August 2025 | 4:00 PM–5:30 PM
Language: English | Participation: online registration, €15 / person
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Thu 11 September 2025 | 3:00 PM–4:30 PM
Language: English | Participation: online registration, €15 / person
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Thu 11 September 2025 | 5:00 PM–6:30 PM
Language: Finnish | Participation: online registration, €15 / person
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Sat 11 October 2025 | 2:00 PM–3:30 PM
Language: Finnish | Participation: online registration, €15 / person
Walking Tour: Modern Helsinki
Sat 11 October 2025 | 4:00 PM–5:30 PM
Language: English | Participation: online registration, €15 / person
Tour Details
The tour begins at the Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki’s D-building (former Design Museum, Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki) and ends at Oodi Central Library (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 00100 Helsinki). Duration is approximately 90 minutes.
The tours are written by experts at the Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki and guided by trained museum educators familiar with the themes.
Accessibility
Starting point: Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki D-building (former Design Museum), Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki
End point: Oodi Central Library, Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 00100 Helsinki
The tour takes place in public urban space and lasts about 90 minutes. The guide uses a microphone to improve audibility.
The walking distance is about 3 kilometres. One of the locations (Think Corner) is accessible only via a short staircase. The route includes unmodified curb edges, uneven pavement, elevation changes, and a gentle incline on Fabianinkatu. The pace is relaxed and includes several stops. There are no easily accessible benches along the route. Participants may bring a folding chair if desired.
The nearest accessible and gender-neutral public toilet is located at the starting point at the Architecture Museum (Kasarmikatu 24, 00130 Helsinki).
More information about accessibility
Principles for a safer space
Further Information
Kaura Raudaskoski
Lead Producer, Public Programmes
kaura.raudaskoski@admuseo.fi
You may also contact our customer service during museum opening hours: +358 9 6220 540
