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Helsinki

Finland

Photos of Helsinki

Discover the beauty and character of Helsinki through these stunning images

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Featured view of Helsinki, Finland

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a city street filled with lots of traffic next to tall buildings

a city street filled with lots of traffic next to tall buildings

Photo by Said Aqqa
a view of a city from across the water

a view of a city from across the water

Photo by Martti Salmi
body of water under blue sky and white clouds during daytime

body of water under blue sky and white clouds during daytime

Photo by András Rátonyi
a large building with a dome on top of it

a large building with a dome on top of it

Photo by Egemen Şahin
a purple bicycle parked on a dock

a purple bicycle parked on a dock

Photo by Tony Yakovlenko
white and brown concrete building near body of water during daytime

white and brown concrete building near body of water during daytime

Photo by András Rátonyi
brown wooden dock on lake under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

brown wooden dock on lake under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

Photo by András Rátonyi
a large building with a green dome on top of it

a large building with a green dome on top of it

Photo by Ondrej Bocek
a view of a city from across the water

a view of a city from across the water

Photo by Martti Salmi
white and brown concrete building near body of water during daytime

white and brown concrete building near body of water during daytime

Photo by András Rátonyi
Helsinki cathedral stands majestic under a stormy sky.

Helsinki cathedral stands majestic under a stormy sky.

Photo by Tomi Blasic
a large building with a dome on top of it

a large building with a dome on top of it

Photo by Xinyi Wen
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What to Photograph in Helsinki

Architecture

Historic buildings, modern skylines, and unique architectural details that define Helsinki's character.

Street Life

Vibrant street scenes, local markets, cafes, and the daily rhythm of life in Helsinki.

Scenic Views

Panoramic cityscapes, sunset views, and natural landscapes surrounding Helsinki.

Photography Tips for Helsinki

Best Times

Golden Hour: 1 hour after sunrise and before sunset
Blue Hour: 30 minutes after sunset for city lights
Overcast Days: Perfect for architectural details

What to Bring

Wide-angle lens for architecture and cityscapes
Tripod for low-light and long exposure shots
Extra batteries - cold weather drains them faster
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