Museums Places Map
Museums in Helsinki:
Athenaeum
Museum of Contemporary Art "Kiasma"
I suggest getting there right when they open at 10 AM to avoid crowds and really soak up the art in a quieter setting. It made a huge difference for me!
National Museum of Finland
Museum of Natural History
Plan about 2-3 hours for your visit. I rushed through and missed some super interesting sections! Take your time to enjoy the displays.
Seurasaari Open Air Museum
My advice is to bring your own snacks. The café has decent food but kinda pricey. I saved a ton by munching on my own stuff while enjoying the views.
if you want to take great photos, aim for around 3 pm. the lighting is perfect and makes the old buildings look stunning. i made the mistake of going later, and the shadows were a pain!
Check the schedule for workshops or events before you go. I missed a cool woodwork demonstration that happened the day I visited – total bummer.