Merihaka, Helsinki

Name: Merihaka
Address: Helsinki, Finland

#294 among attractions in Helsinki

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Merihaka is a coastal residential area in central Helsinki, Finland consisting of large high-rise concrete housing blocks. It is located by the Baltic Sea next to districts of Hakaniemi, Kallio and Sörnäinen. It is known for its tall, grey buildings. The residents of Merihaka tend to value highly the scenery, central location, tranquil atmosphere and lack of cars. The housing complex was built, partly on reclaimed land, during the 1970s and 1980s, and today it is home to some 2,300 people. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 60°10'44"N, 24°57'42"E

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Keskinen (Kallio)Helsinki Finland

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

Nearby attractions include: Helsinki Cathedral, Hakaniemi, University of Helsinki Botanical Garden, Government Palace.

0.7 miSW
Landmark 19th-century religious edifice
Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki
17 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.
~1930 ftW
Shopping, Market, Farmer's market
Hakaniemi, Helsinki
10 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...
0.6 miSW
Botanic garden based around a herbarium
University of Helsinki Botanical Garden, Helsinki
15 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...
0.7 miS
Carl Ludvig Engel, Architecture, Palace
Government Palace, Helsinki
18 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.
0.6 miNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Art Nouveau architecture
Kallion kirkko, Helsinki
15 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.
0.6 miSW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Helsinki University Museum, Helsinki
17 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.
~1440 ftS
Military history museum in an armory
Military Museum, Helsinki
7 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.
~790 ftSW
Ship
Wäiski, Helsinki
4 min walk • Wäiski is a restaurant ship located in Merihaka, Helsinki, Finland.
0.6 miW
Cemetery
Freemason's Grave, Helsinki
17 min walk • The Freemason's Grave is a grave monument on a grassy knoll northwest of the Kaisaniemi Botanical Gardens in Helsinki, Finland. It commemorates Fredrik Granatenhjelm, a notable artillery officer from the Suomenlinna fortress, who later moved to the mainland Helsinki proper, gaining great repute as a philanthropist.
0.6 miSW
Carl Ludvig Engel, Church
Holy Trinity Church, Helsinki
17 min walk • The Holy Trinity Church is a Finnish Orthodox Church located in the Kruununhaka district of Helsinki, on the corner of Unioninkatu and Rauhankatu.
0.4 miSW
Bridge
Pitkäsilta, Helsinki
12 min walk • The Pitkäsilta is a bridge in Helsinki, Finland, connecting the districts of Kruununhaka and Siltasaari. It was completed in 1912 by the design of the architect Runar Eklund. Pitkäsilta is one of the best known landmarks of Helsinki.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Merihaka?

Nearby attractions include Wäiski, Helsinki (4 min walk), Helsinki Theatre Academy, Helsinki (6 min walk), Military Museum, Helsinki (7 min walk), Liisanpuistikko, Helsinki (9 min walk).

How to get to Merihaka by public transport?

The nearest stations to Merihaka:

Bus

Merihaka • Lines: 502, 55, 85N, 86N, 87N, 90A, 90N, 92N, 94N, 95N, 96N, 97N (3 min walk)
Hanasaari • Lines: 16, 55, 85N, 86N, 87N, 90A, 90N, 92N, 94N, 95N, 96N, 97N (7 min walk)

Ferry

Hakaniemi • Lines: Itäinen saaristoreitti (7 min walk)
Korkeasaari • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari (17 min walk)

Tram

Haapaniemi • Lines: 6, 6T, 7 (8 min walk)
Hakaniemi • Lines: 3, 6, 6T, 7, 9 (11 min walk)

Metro

Hakaniemi • Lines: M1, M2 (11 min walk)
Sörnäinen • Lines: M1, M2 (14 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (22 min walk)