Helsinki Railway Square, Helsinki

Name: Helsinki Railway Square
Address: Helsinki, Finland

#41 among attractions in Helsinki

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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. The north side features the Finnish National Theatre, and the south side is formed of the Ateneum classical art museum. To the west side are the two ornate entrances to Helsinki Central station—a bigger one for public use, and a smaller one exclusively for the President of Finland and their official guests. The square is served by the Helsinki Metro system with Rautatientori metro station entrances at the south-west corner, and University of Helsinki metro station to the east. ()

Local name: Rautatientori Coordinates: 60°10'16"N, 24°56'39"E

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Eteläinen (Vironniemi)Helsinki Finland

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Day trips

Helsinki Railway Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kiasma, Ateneum, Forum Shopping Centre, Stockmann.

~1210 ftW
Contemporary art museum and theater
Kiasma, Helsinki
6 min walk • Kiasma is a beacon of contemporary art nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Finland. This dynamic museum, with its striking architecture, stands as a testament to modern creativity and design. Opened to the public in 1998, Kiasma is part of the Finnish National Gallery...
~330 ftS
Museum of Finnish and international art
Ateneum, Helsinki
2 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...
~1300 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Forum Shopping Centre, Helsinki
7 min walk • The Forum Shopping Centre stands as a modern retail haven in the heart of Helsinki, Finland. This bustling shopping complex offers a diverse range of stores and services, catering to both locals and tourists alike. With its strategic location along Mannerheimintie, one...
~1170 ftS
Shopping, Department store, Modernist architecture
Stockmann, Helsinki
6 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...
~610 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kauppakeskus Citycenter, Helsinki
3 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...
~990 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kluuvi, Helsinki
5 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...
~690 ftN
Park
Kaisaniemi Park, Helsinki
4 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 ftSW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Three Smiths Statue, Helsinki
6 min walk • The Three Smiths Statue is a sculpture by Felix Nylund, situated in Helsinki, Finland, in Three Smiths Square at the intersection of Aleksanterinkatu and Mannerheimintie. This realistic statue, unveiled in 1932, depicts three naked smiths hammering on an anvil.
~1320 ftW
Complex of 3 art museums
Finnish National Gallery, Helsinki
7 min walk • Finnish National Gallery is the largest art museum institution of Finland. It consists of the Ateneum, an art museum; Kiasma, a contemporary art museum; and the Sinebrychoff Art Museum, a historic house and art museum.
~1390 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Swedish Theatre, Helsinki
7 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.
~480 ftN
Theater, Gothic Revival architecture, Art Nouveau architecture
Finnish National Theatre, Helsinki
3 min walk • The Finnish National Theatre, established in 1872, is a theatre located in central Helsinki on the northern side of the Helsinki Central Railway Station Square. The Finnish National Theatre is the oldest Finnish speaking professional theatre in Finland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Helsinki Railway Square?

Nearby attractions include Aleksis Kivi Memorial, Helsinki (1 min walk), Ateneum, Helsinki (2 min walk), Casino Helsinki, Helsinki (2 min walk), Finnish National Theatre, Helsinki (3 min walk).

How to get to Helsinki Railway Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Helsinki Railway Square:

Bus

Rautatientori, laituri 15 • Lines: 23N (1 min walk)
Rautatientori, laituri 10 • Lines: 65, 66, 67, 67N, 722, 724, 724N, 731, 731N, 90A, 90N, 96N (1 min walk)

Tram

Mikonkatu • Lines: 5, 7 (2 min walk)
Rautatieasema • Lines: 3, 5, 6, 6T, 7, 9 (4 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (3 min walk)

Metro

Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (5 min walk)
University of Helsinki • Lines: M1, M2 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (12 min walk)
Hakaniemi • Lines: Itäinen saaristoreitti (15 min walk)