Helsinki for Families with Children

For Families with Children

Linnanmäki – Helsinki’s amusement park full of rollercoasters, cotten candy and fun.

Sealife – an beautiful underwater world next to linnanmäki.

Korkeasaari Zoo – a zoo that is located on an island in the baltic sea.

Helsingin kaupunginmuseo – Sederholm House – the world’s only museum focusing only on Helsinki.

Natural History Museum – includes collections of botanical, zoological, geological and paleontological specimens. Displayed stuffed animals might divide opinions.

Toy stores/shopping centers:

Stockmann – a classic department store with a big childrens section.

Forum and Kamppi – shopping malls in the heart of Helsinki full of diverse shops and entertainment for the family.

Specialty Toy Stores: 

Pii Poo (Legos)

Tingeling Leksaker (wooden toys)

Indoor children’s parks: 

HopLop – an exciting indoor playground in Pasila.

Hakaniemen Leikkiluola – entertainment and activities for children.

Outdoor playgrounds: 

Töölö Bay eventpark – a playground with monkey bars, slides and other fun.

Lastenlehto Playground – an exciting playground right next to Kamppi.

Leikkipaikka Johanneksen puisto – a fun playground in Johannes Park.