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Helsinki’s Island Fortress: An Audio Tour of Suomenlinna

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Overview

Suomenlinna is one of the world’s largest sea fortresses, and it sprawls across a series of six small islands. On this walking tour, I’ll show you around, and share the rich history of the island that’s been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991.

You'll see the Jetty Barracks which were designed to accommodate 250 soldiers in peacetime, the Suomenlinna Church which was once an Orthodox garrison church and is now an Evangelical-Lutheran church, and the Great Courtyard where you’ll find Augustin Ehrensvärd's grave. As you make your way around the island, I’ll tell you about the Mortuis Memorial Stone, the Military Museum of Manes and the 1918 Prisoner-of-War Camp Memorial which marks the spot where 8,000 prisons were held.

While this two-hour tour is perfect for those who want to find out more about the island fortress’ history, we’ll also share some interesting facts about Helsinki and Finland with you. Did you know, for instance, that there are more saunas than cars in Finland?

What's Included

  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
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Meeting Location

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00190 Helsinki
Finland

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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What To Expect

Suomenlinna (Pass By)

Suomenlinna is one of the world’s largest sea fortresses, and it sprawls across a series of six small islands. On this walking tour, I’ll show you around, and share the rich history of the island that’s been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991.
Read more

Suomenlinna Church (Suomenlinnan kirkko) (Pass By)

On this self-guided tour, you'll see the Jetty Barracks which were designed to accommodate 250 soldiers in peacetime, the Suomenlinna Church which was once an Orthodox garrison church and is now an Evangelical-Lutheran church.
Read more

Augustin Ehrensvärd's Grave (Pass By)

On this self-guided tour, you'll see the Great Courtyard where you’ll find Augustin Ehrensvärd's grave. Listening to the story of Augustin Ehrensvärd, whose mission during the war was to increase the artillery’s capacity and to expand Hamina city’s defences
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Military Museum of Manège (Pass By)

As you make your way around the island, you'll find out about the Mortuis Memorial Stone, the Military Museum of Manes and the 1918 Prisoner-of-War Camp Memorial which marks the spot where 8,000 prisons were held.
Read more

Mortuis Memorial Stone (Pass By)

As you make your way around the island, you'll find out about the Mortuis Memorial Stone, the Military Museum of Manes and the 1918 Prisoner-of-War Camp Memorial which marks the spot where 8,000 prisons were held.
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King’s Gate (Pass By)

On this tour, you'll relive King Adolf Frederick’s first time walking through the King’s Gate in 1752.
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Gyllenborg Bastion (Pass By)

On this tour, you'll pass by several bastions, including the Gyllenborg Bastion and the Bastion Hårleman, part of the island’s outer ring of defences.
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Submarine Vesikko (Pass By)

On this audio tour, you'll learn about the submarine Vesikko which was launched from the Crichton-Vulcan dock in Turku and used during World War II.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Helsinki’s Island Fortress: An Audio Tour of Suomenlinna?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Helsinki’s Island Fortress: An Audio Tour of Suomenlinna?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it.
  • The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere.
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start.
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Smartphone and headphones.
  • Transportation.
  • Food and drink.
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 6..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Helsinki’s Island Fortress: An Audio Tour of Suomenlinna is as follows:

  • Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Helsinki’s Island Fortress: An Audio Tour of Suomenlinna will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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