Skip to main content
Kaartinkaupunki in Helsinki

Things to Do in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

Esplanadi Park and the historic Kaartin barracks, originally built in 1822. The area is walkable and includes streets like Yrjönkatu and Uudenmaankatu.

Esplanadi Park and the historic Kaartin barracks, originally built in 1822. The area is walkable and includes streets like Yrjönkatu and Uudenmaankatu.

  • PalacePalaceFine Dining
  • Ravintola VinkkeliRavintola VinkkeliEuropean
  • Helsinki Market SquareHelsinki Market SquareMarket
Plan KaartinkaupunkiFree and No sign-up

By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Kaartinkaupunki

  • Helsinki Market Square in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Helsinki Market Square

    4.4 · 31.5k
    Market

    Harborside market open year-round with food stalls, handicrafts & a heated cafe tent in winter.

    Mon–Fri
    6:30 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    6:30 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 5 PM
  • Market Square and Old Market Hall in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Market Square and Old Market Hall

    4.5 · 4.3k
    Market

    This traditional, 19th-century venue features shops & stalls offering unique Finnish specialties.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 5 PM

Where to eat & drink in Kaartinkaupunki

  • Palace in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Palace

    Michelin ★★
    Fine Dining· $$$$

    Take in magical views over the harbour from the 10th floor of this modernist building, constructed in 1952 for the Olympic Games.

    Website
  • Ravintola Vinkkeli in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Ravintola Vinkkeli

    4.7 · 712
    European· €50+

    This charming, deservedly popular restaurant is smartly laid out and run by a delightful team, whose attentive and personable service will make you want to become a regular.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Restaurant Badger & Co in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Restaurant Badger & Co

    4.6 · 342
    Bar· €15-35
    Mon
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Tue–Thu
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Fri
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    3 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    3 PM – 12 AM
  • Kappeli in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Kappeli

    4.4 · 5.4k
    Soup· $$$

    Traditional Finnish dishes: reindeer, fish, etc. Some of the prices are a bit high, but you should get polite service and well-prepared food with a lovely presentation.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    9 AM – 12 AM
  • Rioni in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Rioni

    4.6 · 1.9k
    Restaurant· €50+
    Mon–Thu
    4 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    1 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    1 PM – 10 PM
  • Oven Helsinki in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Oven Helsinki

    4.7 · 1.2k
    Asian Fusion· €15–30
    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 10 PM
  • Ho Khao - Thai & Fusion Food in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Ho Khao - Thai & Fusion Food

    4.7 · 322
    Thai· €15-20
    Mon–Fri
    10:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    Closed
    Map
  • SOUP+MORE Vanha Kauppahalli in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    SOUP+MORE Vanha Kauppahalli

    4.5 · 795
    Restaurant· €10–15

    A restaurant serving Finnish soups with global flavor inspiration, prepared on-site in its own kitchen.

    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Savoy in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Savoy

    4.7 · 852
    French· €50+

    Sophisticated choice executing French & Finnish cuisine in an iconic locale featuring city views.

    Mon–Fri
    11:30 AM – 4 PM, 6 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Winest in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Winest

    4.9 · 532
    Eastern European

    An authentic Georgian restaurant in Helsinki, known for its traditional dishes like Khinkali Qalaquri, Shkmeruli, and homemade cheesecake, served in a rustic-chic interior.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    2 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    2 PM – 10 PM
  • Spis in Kaartinkaupunki, Helsinki

    Spis

    4.8 · 310
    Scandinavian· €50+

    Informal, brick-lined eatery with a set menu featuring creative local dishes & desserts, plus wine.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    6 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed

Planning time in Kaartinkaupunki?

Add your dates and we'll check every place for closures, limited hours, and booking needs before you go.

Kaartinkaupunki map

Ranked using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.

Map of Kaartinkaupunki with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Palace
  2. 2Ravintola Vinkkeli
  3. 3Helsinki Market Square
  4. 4Market Square and Old Market Hall
  5. 5Restaurant Badger & Co
  6. 6Kappeli
  7. 7Rioni
  8. 8Oven Helsinki
  9. 9Ho Khao - Thai & Fusion Food
  10. 10SOUP+MORE Vanha Kauppahalli

Other areas in Helsinki

Ready to plan Kaartinkaupunki?

Turn these Kaartinkaupunki picks into a day-by-day Helsinki plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.

All things to do in HelsinkiAll Helsinki neighborhoods →Browse all destinations →Multi-city itineraries →