Helsinki University Library, Helsinki

Name: Helsinki University Library
Address: Fabianinkatu 30, Helsinki, 00100, Finland
Telephone: +358 29 4123920

#170 among attractions in Helsinki

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The Helsinki University Library is the largest multidisciplinary university library in Finland. It was established on 1 January 2010. The Helsinki University Library is an independent institute of the University of Helsinki and open to all information seekers. ()

Local name: Helsingin yliopiston kirjasto Coordinates: 60°10'17"N, 24°56'54"E

Address

Fabianinkatu 30Eteläinen (Vironniemi)Helsinki 00100 Finland

Contact

+358 29 4123920

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Helsinki University Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ateneum, Helsinki Cathedral, Stockmann, Senate Square.

~840 ftSW
Museum of Finnish and international art
Ateneum, Helsinki
5 min walk • Ateneum, located in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, is a cultural landmark and one of the most significant art museums in the country. Housed in a grand neoclassical building that dates back to 1887, the Ateneum is part of the Finnish National Gallery and serves as a...
~750 ftE
Landmark 19th-century religious edifice
Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki
4 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.
~1600 ftSW
Shopping, Department store, Modernist architecture
Stockmann, Helsinki
8 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...
~1160 ftSE
Neoclassical buildings on public square
Senate Square, Helsinki
6 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...
~1410 ftN
Botanic garden based around a herbarium
University of Helsinki Botanical Garden, Helsinki
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, the University of Helsinki Botanical Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This botanical paradise, established in 1673 and relocated to its current site in the Kaisaniemi...
~1270 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kauppakeskus Citycenter, Helsinki
7 min walk • Nestled in the bustling core of Helsinki, Finland, Kauppakeskus Citycenter stands as a modern beacon of commerce and convenience. This shopping centre, strategically situated at the junction of the city's main streets, offers a diverse shopping experience for both...
~730 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kluuvi, Helsinki
4 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...
~760 ftW
Square
Helsinki Railway Square, Helsinki
4 min walk • Helsinki Railway Square is an open square immediately to the east of the Helsinki Central railway station in central Helsinki in Finland. The square serves as Helsinki's secondary bus station along with the main Kamppi Center bus station.
~1330 ftSE
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.
~1140 ftNW
Park
Kaisaniemi Park, Helsinki
6 min walk • Kaisaniemi park is a popular park, in the center of Helsinki, in the region of Kluuvi. The Kaisaniemi Park was named after Catharina "Cajsa" Wahllund. Part of the park was given to the University of Helsinki in 1829, for gardening. The oldest greenhouse was opened in 1889.
~1080 ftE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Helsinki University Museum, Helsinki
6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Helsinki University Library open?

Helsinki University Library is open:

Monday 9 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm
Thursday 9 am - 8 pm
Friday 9 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Helsinki University Library?

Nearby attractions include City Centre Campus, Helsinki (1 min walk), National Library of Finland, Helsinki (3 min walk), Casino Helsinki, Helsinki (3 min walk), Holy Trinity Church, Helsinki (3 min walk).

How to get to Helsinki University Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Helsinki University Library:

Tram

Kaisaniemenkatu • Lines: 3, 6, 6T, 9 (1 min walk)
Mikonkatu • Lines: 5, 7 (4 min walk)

Metro

University of Helsinki • Lines: M1, M2 (3 min walk)
Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (8 min walk)

Bus

Rautatientori, laituri 15 • Lines: 23N (4 min walk)
Railway Square • Lines: 16, 23, 55, 61, 611, 611B, 614, 615, 61N, 61T, 633N, 64, 65, 66, 67, 67N, 71, 717, 717A, 717N, 718, 724, 724N, 731, 731N, 739, 73N, 74N, 75, 77, 77N, 78, 79N, 85N, 86N, 87N, 90A, 90N, 92N, 94N, 95N, 96N, 97N (4 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (7 min walk)

Ferry

Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (10 min walk)
Hakaniemi • Lines: Itäinen saaristoreitti (13 min walk)