SkyWheel, Helsinki

Name: SkyWheel
Address: Katajanokanlaituri 2, Helsinki, 00160, Finland
Telephone: +358 40 4804604

#110 among attractions in Helsinki

Amusement ride, Amusement, Theme park

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Facts and practical information

SkyWheel Helsinki is a 40-meter tall Ferris wheel in central Helsinki, Finland. One of its gondola cabins, the SkySauna, is the world's first sauna on a Ferris wheel. It opened to the public on June 3, 2014. It was originally named the Finnair SkyWheel and its placement on Katajanokka harbor is where the airline Finnair first located its flight operations in the 1920s. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 60°10'0"N, 24°57'34"E

Address

Katajanokanlaituri 2Eteläinen (Vironniemi)Helsinki 00160 Finland

Contact

+358 40 4804604

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Day trips

SkyWheel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Market Square, Helsinki Cathedral, Uspenski Cathedral, Presidential Palace.

~630 ftNW
Shopping, Market
Market Square, Helsinki
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Market Square (Kauppatori in Finnish) stands as a bustling hub of commerce and local culture. This open-air market, located by the Baltic Sea at the eastern end of Esplanadi Park, is an emblematic site where the vibrant spirit of the...
~1930 ftNW
Landmark 19th-century religious edifice
Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki
10 min walk • Helsinki Cathedral stands as an iconic landmark in the heart of Finland's capital city, Helsinki. With its distinctive neoclassical architecture and bright white façade, it is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of the city's rich cultural heritage.
~620 ftN
Russian-designed Orthodox cathedral
Uspenski Cathedral, Helsinki
4 min walk • Uspenski Cathedral stands as a magnificent testament to the rich cultural tapestry of Helsinki, Finland. This Eastern Orthodox cathedral, completed in 1868, is not only an architectural marvel but also the largest of its kind in Western Europe.
~850 ftNW
Carl Ludvig Engel, Palace
Presidential Palace, Helsinki
5 min walk • The Presidential Palace in Helsinki, Finland, stands as an emblem of the nation's rich political history and architectural finesse. This elegant structure, located in the heart of Helsinki, serves as one of the official residences for the President of Finland.
~1500 ftW
Bronze statue in Art Nouveau style
Havis Amanda, Helsinki
8 min walk • Havis Amanda is an iconic statue and a beloved symbol of the Finnish capital, Helsinki. Cast in bronze, this enchanting sculpture stands at the Market Square, near the harbor, serving as a captivating focal point for both locals and tourists alike.
~1490 ftNW
Neoclassical buildings on public square
Senate Square, Helsinki
8 min walk • Senate Square in Helsinki, Finland, stands as a testament to neoclassical architecture and the city's historical narrative. This central square, an iconic urban space, is framed by four significant buildings: Helsinki Cathedral, the Government Palace, the main building...
~1300 ftNW
Carl Ludvig Engel, City hall
Helsinki City Hall, Helsinki
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, the Helsinki City Hall stands as an emblem of Finnish governance and architecture. This historic building, overlooking the bustling Market Square, serves as the central hub for the city's municipal operations and also as a space for...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kluuvi, Helsinki
11 min walk • Kluuvi is a bustling shopping center located in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, serving as a contemporary beacon for both local and international shoppers. This modern retail hub, nestled in the city's vibrant commercial district, offers a diverse array of stores that...
~1340 ftNW
Carl Ludvig Engel, Architecture, Palace
Government Palace, Helsinki
7 min walk • The Government Palace is the executive office building of the Council of State of Finland. It overlooks the Senate Square in central Helsinki, Finland.
~1640 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Helsinki University Museum, Helsinki
8 min walk • Helsinki University Museum is the museum of the University of Helsinki. The museum was located until June 2014 in a building called Arppeanum on Snellmanninkatu off the north-east corner of Senate Square.
~700 ftSE
Harbor
Katajanokka Terminal, Helsinki
4 min walk • Katajanokka Terminal is a ferry terminal located in Katajanokka, in the Southern Harbor of Helsinki, Finland. The shipping company Viking Line operates scheduled services from the terminal to Stockholm and Tallinn. The terminal building was originally a customs warehouse, the harbour building K8.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is SkyWheel open?

SkyWheel is open:

Monday 11 am - 12 am
Tuesday 12 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 6 pm
Thursday 12 pm - 6 pm
Friday 12 pm - 6 pm
Saturday 11 am - 7 pm
Sunday 11 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to SkyWheel?

Nearby attractions include Norrmén house, Helsinki (2 min walk), Stora Enso headquarters, Helsinki (3 min walk), Tove Janssonin puisto, Helsinki (3 min walk), Uspenski Cathedral, Helsinki (4 min walk).

How to get to SkyWheel by public transport?

The nearest stations to SkyWheel:

Tram

Tove Janssonin puisto • Lines: 4, 5 (3 min walk)
Kauppiaankatu • Lines: 4, 5 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (5 min walk)
Katajanokka Terminal, Helsinki • Lines: Viking Line (8 min walk)

Bus

Liisanpuistikko • Lines: 16 (14 min walk)
Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 24 (14 min walk)

Metro

University of Helsinki • Lines: M1, M2 (14 min walk)
Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (19 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (19 min walk)