Majakka, Helsinki

Name: Majakka
Address: Helsinki, Finland

#200 among attractions in Helsinki

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Majakka is a high-rise building in Kalasatama, Helsinki. It is the tallest building in Finland. The tower is 134 metres tall, making it the tallest building in Finland. It is divided into 35 floors, and contains 283 residences. The 5th floor has a garden open to the public. The tower is conjoined with the Redi shopping centre and the Kalasatama metro station. The complex will include 7 other residential towers, as well as a hotel and offices, estimated to be completed in 2023. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 60°11'15"N, 24°58'47"E

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Keskinen (Kallio)Helsinki Finland

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

Nearby attractions include: Hakaniemi, Kallion kirkko, Isoisänsilta, Military Museum.

1.1 miSW
Shopping, Market, Farmer's market
Hakaniemi, Helsinki
29 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, Hakaniemi Market Hall stands as a testament to the city's vibrant culture and love for fresh, local produce. This historic market, which has been operating since 1914, is a bustling hub of activity where locals and tourists...
1.1 miW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Art Nouveau architecture
Kallion kirkko, Helsinki
28 min walk • Kallio Church is a Lutheran church in the Kallio district of Helsinki, Finland. It was designed by Lars Sonck and represents National Romanticism with Art Nouveau influences.
0.4 miS
Bridge
Isoisänsilta, Helsinki
11 min walk • Isoisänsilta is a pedestrian and cycling bridge in Helsinki, Finland, opened in June 2016. The bridge connects the Kalasatama neighbourhood on the Helsinki mainland to the island of Mustikkamaa and, via it, to the islands of Korkeasaari and Kulosaari. The total length of the bridge is c. 170 metres, including the 144 metres main span.
1.1 miSW
Military history museum in an armory
Military Museum, Helsinki
29 min walk • The Military Museum of Finland is the central museum of the Finnish Defence Forces and the national special museum of military history. It is located in Helsinki and it is part of the Finnish National Defence University. In 2018, the Military Museum's exhibitions in Suomenlinna had around 131,000 visitors.
1 miSW
Ship
Wäiski, Helsinki
26 min walk • Wäiski is a restaurant ship located in Merihaka, Helsinki, Finland.
1 miW
Sport venue, Sport
Brahenkenttä, Helsinki
27 min walk • Brahe Field, is a sports ground in Helsinki, Finland. It is the home field for the Helsinki Wolverines American football team and the HIFK bandy club.
0.9 miSE
Neighbourhood
Mustikkamaa–Korkeasaari, Helsinki
24 min walk • Mustikkamaa-Korkeasaari is a subdistrict of Helsinki, Finland. It includes the islands of Mustikkamaa and Korkeasaari, as well as some smaller islands. It has a population of 25.
0.9 miNW
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
Tropicario, Helsinki
24 min walk • Tropicario is a Finnish public aquarium, that was previously located in Hämeenlinna, Finland; due to the lack of visitors the park relocated to Helsinki, Finland in February 2007. The public aquarium is specialized in snakes and lizards. On their website they claim to have more Constrictor species than anywhere else in Scandinavia.
0.8 miE
Cemetery
Kulosaari Cemetery, Helsinki
20 min walk • The Kulosaari cemetery is the smallest cemetery in Helsinki parish union. It is situated on Iso-pässi island in Kulosaari district of Helsinki. It was inaugurated in 1925. The cemetery chapel was designed by architect Armas Lindgren and added in 1927. There is also an area for war heroes' graves.
0.5 miW
Library
National Audiovisual Institute, Helsinki
13 min walk • National Audiovisual Institute is a governmental bureau under the Finnish Ministry of Education responsible for supervising the distribution of audiovisual content, advancing media education in Finland and archiving audiovisual material.
0.5 miW
Street
Hämeentie, Helsinki
14 min walk • Hämeentie is the second longest street in Helsinki, Finland, and among its major thoroughfares. Hämeentie is a multi-lane street beginning at the Hakaniemi square in Siltasaari, and ending near Vanhankaupunginkoski on Koskelantie.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Majakka?

Nearby attractions include Elävän kuvan museo, Helsinki (6 min walk), Isoisänsilta, Helsinki (11 min walk), National Audiovisual Institute, Helsinki (13 min walk), Hämeentie, Helsinki (14 min walk).

How to get to Majakka by public transport?

The nearest stations to Majakka:

Bus

Kalasatama • Lines: 16, 500, 510, 55, 56, 59, 738, 85N, 86N, 87N, 90A, 90N, 92N, 94N, 95N (2 min walk)
Polariksenkatu • Lines: 59 (7 min walk)

Metro

Kalasatama • Lines: M1, M2 (3 min walk)
Sörnäinen • Lines: M1, M2 (18 min walk)

Tram

Lautatarhankatu • Lines: 1, 6, 6T, 7, 8 (15 min walk)
Sörnäinen • Lines: 1, 6, 6T, 7, 8 (16 min walk)

Ferry

Korkeasaari • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari (22 min walk)
Hakaniemi • Lines: Itäinen saaristoreitti (28 min walk)