Helsinki: Taito - Design, Industry & Architecture
ID: GYG1062589-1632903
Categoria:
País: Finland
Duração:
02:30 horas
Descrição
Join and discover the story of Finnish design & industry! Learn about architecture, Finnish brands and history while exploring beautiful and hidden spots in Helsinki. See the city through a new lens!
Join Helwalk on an exciting tour that takes you through the city, exploring Finnish design and architecture while learning about the industries that have built the country. Learn about the connections between Finnish and Japanese design and culture, discover the unique architecture and architects that make Helsinki what it is, as well as Finnish designers, illustrators, children's authors, and more. Learn about Russian, Swedish, and German influence on the city and how both local and foreign culture shaped its design and planning, not just physically but socially.
Finnish design and industry are among the most notable and internationally significant exports from Finland to the world. It touches everything, from architecture to Star Wars, from shipbuilding to Supercell. The Helsinki Design District houses some of the most unique Finnish businesses and buildings, and the Helsinki harbour is part of a long history of shipbuilding, smuggling, prohibition, and more.
This tour takes you through the Punavuori area and through the Design district, ending near exciting shopping options, art galleries, restaurants, and bars. Let us show you!
Destaques
- Learn about Finnish architecture and how history and design intertwine.
- Explore beautiful spots in Helsinki that you wouldn't otherwise see!
- Learn about the industries that shaped Finland and Finnish culture.
- Get the best recommendations on where to eat, drink and shop!
Idiomas de guia
INFORMAÇÕES IMPORTANTES
The tour will end approximately 5 minutes away (walking distance) from the starting point.
Required fitness level: about 5 km walking.
If you have restricted mobility, please contact us before the tour.
The guide will be waiting for you on the pedestrian street Keskuskatu, between the department store Stockmann and the Marimekko store. You will recognise the guide by the Orkney flag they're holding (red with a yellow-blue cross).
INCLUÍDO
- Unique Helsinki Design and Architecture tour
- Insight into Finnish industry
- Experienced local tour guide
- Food and drink recommendations
- Design District shopping and gift recommendations
NÃO INCLUÍDO
- We will not visit inside attractions
Quando devo reservar?
Para garantir a disponibilidade, reserve o mais cedo possível. A reserva antecipada vale a pena considerar especialmente se você estiver planejando a viagem durante a alta temporada, como feriados ou fins de semana.
Cancelamentos
Esta excursão você pode cancelar sem custo até 24 horas antes do início da viagem. Se você cancelar após 24 horas ou não comparecer à excursão, ainda será cobrado o preço total da atividade. Chegar atrasado na coleta ou partida será considerado como não comparecimento.
