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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 small island in the middle of a body of water

a small island in the middle of a body of water

Photo by Valentyn Chubukin
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
a view of a city from across the water

a view of a city from across the water

Photo by Martti Salmi
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
a view of a city with a large building in the background

a view of a city with a large building in the background

Photo by András Rátonyi
A view of a body of water with a boat in it

A view of a body of water with a boat in it

Photo by Satvik
A large body of water sitting next to a city

A large body of water sitting next to a city

Photo by Aliaksei Lepik
a body of water with buildings along it

a body of water with buildings along it

Photo by András Rátonyi
a group of boats in a harbor

a group of boats in a harbor

Photo by Jukka Huhtala
a view of a city from across a frozen river

a view of a city from across a frozen river

Photo by Roman Protsyshyn
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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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