Welcome Helsinki

All the ingredients for a good life in Finland's capital.

Helsinki Cathedral in a sunset seen from the Senate square.
Image: André Alexander Baumann

Everything you need to know about living in Helsinki

Children in the library.
Welcome to Helsinki
Two people in front of a restaurant having a break.
Working and finding a job
Man biking in Puu-Käpylä district.
Housing in Helsinki
A bicycle lane in Hämeentie.
Getting around Helsinki
Young people in a band rehearsal place playing music.
Free-time activities
Kaksi lääkäriä terveyskeskuksessa.
Health and social services
Three children playing in the forest.
Daycare and schools

Take your first steps in Finland with us

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International House Helsinki

A one-stop shop for registration assistance and advice.
 

Group of friends having a good time at Helsinki Festival and in Tokoinlahti Bay Area.
Photo: Juha Valkeajoki

Are you new in Helsinki?

Helsinki has many free-time activities that allow you to meet new people and have fun. Opportunities for sports, culture and leisure are available in every neighbourhood. 

 Free-time activities in Helsinki 

Featured links

International House Helsinki
A one-stop shop for registration and advice.
MyHelsinki
Your go-to guide for spending time in Helsinki.
Helsinki-info
Our multilingual staff can answer every question.
Helsinki near you
Services and events in your neighbourhood.
InfoFinland
Useful everyday information in 12 languages.
Business Helsinki
Free startup and business advisory services.