St. John's Church, Helsinki

Name: St. John's Church
Address: Korkeavuorenkatu 12, Helsinki, 00120, Finland
Telephone: +358 9 23407730

#56 among attractions in Helsinki

Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Gothic architecture

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Facts and practical information

St. John's Church in Helsinki, Finland is a Lutheran church designed by the Swedish architect Adolf Melander in the Gothic Revival style. It is the largest stone church in Finland by seating capacity. ()

Local name: Johanneksenkirkko Completed: 1891 (133 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCapacity: 2600Coordinates: 60°9'42"N, 24°56'42"E

Address

Korkeavuorenkatu 12Eteläinen (Ullanlinna)Helsinki 00120 Finland

Contact

+358 9 23407730

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Day trips

St. John's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: DTM, Stockmann, Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Esplanadi.

0.4 miN
Nightlife, Dancing
DTM, Helsinki
10 min walk • DTM, short for Don't Tell Mama, is a vibrant beacon of inclusivity in the heart of Helsinki, Finland. Established in 1992, this nightclub has grown to become the largest gay club in the Nordic countries, celebrating diversity and offering a safe space for the LGBTQ+...
0.4 miN
Shopping, Department store, Modernist architecture
Stockmann, Helsinki
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Stockmann is the grand dame of Finnish department stores, a beacon of retail in the nation's bustling capital. Since its establishment in 1862, it has stood as a symbol of quality and service, offering locals and tourists alike a...
0.4 miN
Monuments and statues
Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Helsinki
11 min walk • The Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg stands proudly in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, as a tribute to the nation's most cherished poet. Johan Ludvig Runeberg, whose works are considered foundational to Finnish literature, is perhaps best known for writing the lyrics...
0.4 miN
Narrow park for picnics in summer
Esplanadi, Helsinki
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Esplanadi is a verdant oasis of calm and culture amidst the urban hustle. Known locally as "Espa," this elegant park serves as a social hub and a green sanctuary for city dwellers and tourists alike.
~500 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Design Museum, Helsinki
3 min walk • Design Museum is a museum in Helsinki devoted to the exhibition of both Finnish and foreign design, including industrial design, fashion, and graphic design.
0.4 miW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Sinebrychoff Art Museum, Helsinki
11 min walk • The Sinebrychoff Art Museum is an art museum located on Bulevardi in Helsinki, Finland. The museum exhibits the old European art collections of the Finnish National Gallery.
0.4 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Swedish Theatre, Helsinki
10 min walk • The Swedish Theatre is a Swedish-language theatre in Helsinki, Finland, and is located at the Erottaja square, at the end of Esplanadi. It was the first national stage of Finland.
~1950 ftSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
St. Henry's Cathedral, Helsinki
10 min walk • St. Henry's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, dedicated to Henry, a 12th-century Bishop of Finland. It is the Cathedral Church of the Catholic Diocese of Helsinki.
~1710 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Mikael Agricola Church, Helsinki
9 min walk • Mikael Agricola Church is a Lutheran church located in the Punavuori district of Helsinki, Finland. It was designed by Lars Sonck and built between 1933 and 1935. The church was inaugurated on 14 April 1935. It is named after bishop Mikael Agricola.
0.4 miNW
Memorial
Elias Lönnrot, Helsinki
11 min walk • Elias Lönnrot is a monument in Helsinki, the capital of Finland, by a Finnish sculptor Emil Wikström, unveiled in 1902. The bronze and granite monument is situated in the Southern Helsinki Kamppi neighborhood on Lönnrotinkatu street, in front of Ressun lukio in small Lönnrot's Park.
~1650 ftNW
Simple church standing within gardens
Helsinki Old Church, Helsinki
8 min walk • The Old Church of Helsinki, designed by Carl Ludvig Engel and completed in 1826, is an Evangelical Lutheran church in Helsinki.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. John's Church?

Nearby attractions include Design Museum, Helsinki (3 min walk), Viiskulma, Helsinki (4 min walk), Museum of Finnish Architecture, Helsinki (4 min walk), Gloria, Helsinki (4 min walk).

How to get to St. John's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. John's Church:

Bus

Tarkk'ampujankatu • Lines: 24 (2 min walk)
Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 24 (3 min walk)

Tram

Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)
Tarkk'ampujankatu • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)

Ferry

Olympia Terminal, Helsinki • Lines: Silja Line (12 min walk)
Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (13 min walk)

Metro

Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (16 min walk)
Kamppi • Lines: M1, M2 (18 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (18 min walk)