Things to Do in Etu-Töölö, Helsinki

A mix of late art nouveau and 1920s classicism architecture, with streets like Museokatu and Hesperiankatu creating uniform street views. The area includes the circular urban space around the temple square.

Finlandia HallMuseum
Temppeliaukio ChurchLandmark
Finnjävel SalonkiScandinavian

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Top things to do in Etu-Töölö

Finlandia Hall
★ 4.3 · 2.8k
Museum★
Landmark conference center made of granite and marble, designed by Finnish architect Alvar Aalto.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
11 AM – 7 PM
Sun
11 AM – 4 PM
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Temppeliaukio Church
★ 4.4 · 16.8k
Landmark★
Unique church popular as a concert venue, with a copper-lined dome & rock/rubble interior walls.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 5 PM
Sat
9 AM – 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM – 5 PM
Sun
12 PM – 5 PM
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Finnish Museum of Natural History
★ 4.6 · 6.8k
Natural History Museum
Botanical/zoological/geological/paleontological specimens from round the world, including minerals.
Every day
10 AM – 5 PM
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Kaartinen & Kuusela
Flea Market
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Arkadia International Bookshop
★ 4.8 · 367
Bookstore
Arkadia is a large second-hand bookshop that trades in all kinds of books, art prints, coffee and tea. We offer space for tranquility and conversation, thought and expression.
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 7 PM
Sat
12 PM – 6 PM
Sun
Closed
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Chi Wellness Spa Kamppi
★ 4.9 · 182
Massage
A day spa in Helsinki where traditional and modern wellness practices meet.
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Namina Töölö
★ 4.8 · 291
Wellness Center
A place offering traditional Asian treatments in a warm and uncomplicated atmosphere for relaxation and well-being.
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Where to eat & drink in Etu-Töölö

Finnjävel Salonki
Michelin ★
Scandinavian· $$$$
An intimate, elegant and professionally run restaurant with just ten tables – everything from the cutlery to the decanters is made by Finnish craftspeople.
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Cafetoria Café & Shop
★ 4.8 · 696
Coffee Shop· €5–10
A cafe and shop that offers coffee and organic teas, recognized for its roasting in a national competition.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 4 PM
Sun
Closed
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Favela
★ 4.5 · 473
Bar· €10–30
A bar in Töölö, Helsinki, known for serving fun food and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Muteh Cafe-Bistro
★ 5.0 · 244
Bistro· €10–15
Every day
12 PM – 8 PM
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Osteria dei Gusti
★ 4.7 · 878
Italian· €50+
An Italian restaurant in Helsinki known for its fresh pasta dishes like carbonara, risotto, and classic desserts such as tiramisu and panna cotta.
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 11 PM
Sat
12 PM – 11 PM
Sun
12 PM – 10 PM
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Restaurant Elite
★ 4.5 · 1.5k
Restaurant· €50+
Mon–Tue
12 PM – 10 PM
Wed–Fri
12 PM – 11 PM
Sat
1 PM – 11 PM
Sun
1 PM – 10 PM
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murasaki
★ 4.8 · 203
Japanese
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Thu
11 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Fri
11 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat
12 PM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Sun
Closed
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St. Urho's Pub
★ 4.3 · 837
Beer Garden· €10–35
St. Urho's Pub is a beer restaurant located at Museokatu 10 in Etu-Töölö, Helsinki, Finland. The restaurant used to be a local favourite of former President of Finland Urho Kekkonen, which also led to its name.
Mon–Tue
4 PM – 11 PM
Wed–Thu
4 PM – 12 AM
Fri
4 PM – 1 AM
Sat
4 PM – 1 AM
Sun
4 PM – 11 PM
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Kahvila Rakastan
★ 4.7 · 339
Coffee Shop· €10–15
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