Panorama bus from the side during winter
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Audio guided Panorama Sightseeing bus tour

SEASON: OCTOBER-APRIL 

Tour Information:

Explore Helsinki comfortably and efficiently with the Helsinki Panorama Sightseeing Tour, a guided bus experience available from October to April. This tour is included in your Helsinki Card, so no separate ticket or reservation is needed – simply show your card at the departure point to join the tour!

Travel aboard a modern double-decker bus equipped with free Wi-Fi and panoramic windows, offering excellent views of the city’s highlights. The route covers both historical and cultural landmarks, including:

  • Senate Square (departure and return point)
  • Market Square
  • Kaivopuisto Park
  • Sibelius Monument
  • Olympic Stadium
  • Opera House
  • Finlandia Hall
  • National Museum
  • Parliament House
  • Music Centre
  • Central Library Oodi
  • Main railway station

About the Bus Sightseeing Tour

The departure point is at Senate Square, by the Helsinki Cathedral. A ticket seller will be at your service before the tour starts. As a Helsinki Card holder you do not need to make a reservation for the tour. You can board the tour bus by presenting your Helsinki Card at the tour departure point.

Departure point: Senate Square, by Helsinki Cathedral (link opens to a new tab)
Duration: 1 h 45 min
Ending point: Senate Square, by Helsinki Cathedral
Timetable: Daily at 11:00 AM, and Saturdays also at 1:30 PM - check the full time table on the Stromma's website (link opens to a new tab).

Two Photo Stops During the Tour

Along the way, the bus makes two short photo stops:

  • At Löyly, a striking wooden sauna and restaurant with a scenic rooftop view
  • At the Sibelius Monument, one of Helsinki’s most iconic landmarks

You’ll stay on the same bus throughout the tour, and the driver will inform you of the departure time at each stop.

Audio Guide in 11 languages – Earphones Included

The tour includes commentary and sound effects in 11 languages, delivered via single-use earphones provided onboard. After the tour, please return your earphones to the recycling box on the bus – Stromma ensures they are properly sorted and recycled.

 

 

Please check Stromma's website for the most up-to-date timetables (link opens to a new tab).

Opening hours

12.10.2025 - 30.04.2026:
Monday: 11:00 - 12:45
Tuesday: 11:00 - 12:45
Wednesday: 11:00 - 12:45
Thursday: 11:00 - 12:45
Friday: 11:00 - 12:45
Saturday: 11:00 - 12:45, 13:30 - 15:15
Sunday: 11:00 - 12:45

October-April daily 

Timetable
Departures from Senate Square, by Helsinki Cathedral

 

May - October 11, 2025
For sightseeing by bus in Helsinki during the summer season, please see Helsinki Hop On-Hop Off

October 12 - December 23, 2025
Daily at 11:00, Sat also at 13:30

December 24, 2025
No departures

December 25, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Daily at 11:00 and 13:30

Jan 1 - Jan 4, 2026
Daily at 11:00 and 13:30

Jan 5 - Apr 30, 2026
Daily at 11:00

Changes possible.

 

Directions/Getting here

Unioninkatu 34

00170 Finland

Panorama bus in the winter
People inside listening to commentary on the bus