What is Helsinki Like for Family-Friendly Vacations?

If you've been trying to find the ideal family-friendly place for a vacation, you might want to think about Helsinki. Here you'll find various types of family activities sure to delight both kids and adults alike. From the shopping to the museums, Helsinki has many things to see and do that everybody will appreciate. Spend a day checking out attractions like Helsinki Cathedral, Stockmann and Finlandia Hall. When you're ready for some down time after a day exploring the area with the family, Helsinki has a variety of places to stay, such as family hotels with swimming pools and hotels with suites for families. You can make a choice from 59 Helsinki accommodations to discover one you and the entire family will enjoy.

What Are Some Places to Stay with Kids in Helsinki?

Our travelers have rated these as their favorite kid-friendly hotels:

Hotel Lilla Roberts

Luxury hotel with bar, near Stockmann
• • Free cribs • Free bicycle rentals • Restaurant • Free in-room WiFi • Central location



Scandic Meilahti

3.5-star hotel with bar, near Helsinki Ice Hall
• • Free cribs • 2 restaurants • Free in-room WiFi • Laundry room • Walkable location



Seurahuone Hotel

Boutique hotel with bar, near Stockmann
• • Free cribs • Restaurant • Free in-room WiFi • Laundry room • Central location



Hotel Haaga Central Park

4-star ski hotel with ski shuttle, near Hartwall Arena
• • Free buffet breakfast • Indoor pool • 2 restaurants • Free in-room WiFi • Attentive staff



Seaside Downtown Apartment

3.5-star hotel with bar, near Hakaniemi Market Square
• • Free parking • Free in-room internet • Restaurant • In-room kitchens • Near public transportation

What Should I See and Do with Kids in Helsinki?

You'll find that Helsinki and the surrounding area offers lots of entertaining things to do while you're in town with the kids. Here are some recommendations to make your stay educational and fun:

Parks
• • Esplanadi
• • Kaivopuisto Park
• • Winter Garden

Museums & Art Galleries
• • Design Museum
• • Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
• • Finnish Museum of Natural History

Sights & Landmarks
• • Helsinki Cathedral
• • Stockmann
• • Finlandia Hall

Food & Drink
• • KP Catering Oy
• • Swagatam - Nepalese Cuisine
• • TAVERNA ZORBAS