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Welcome to the
Baltic Sea and to Finland
Cruise Finland is an informal marketing
co-operation aiming to maintain and increase the cruise business
in Finland. There are six cities involved in the network; Helsinki,
Turku, Kotka, Rauma, Kemi and Mariehamn. To find out more about
us please visit our own websites.
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 Helsinki
Helsinki has earned
a reputation as a pocket-size metropolis with relaxed atmosphere,
friendly people and different sightseeing tours. Helsinki is also
a dream destination for walkers, as most of the main sights are
conveniently situated in the city centre.
Culturally
blended from East and West and surrounded by the sea and its archipelago,
Helsinki offers you an exciting city day or a relaxing retreat
in beautiful natural surroundings. Helsinki provides modern Finnish
design, architectural gems and quality shopping opportunities.
Guided tours, dozens of interesting museums and countless other
sights guarantee that time will simply fly when visiting Helsinki!
www.portofhelsinki.fi
www.visithelsinki.fi
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 Mariehamn
The port of Mariehamn on The Åland
Islands is situated in the very heart of the Baltic Sea. Aland
with over 6 500 islands is an autonomous region in Finland, with
its own flag, stamps and license plates. The maritime town of
Mariehamn's strategic location combined with the islands' beautiful
scenery and variety of sights and attractions makes for an ideal
call when cruising the Baltic Sea.
www.visitaland.com/cruise
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 Kemi
Kemi is located on the northernmost part
of the Baltic Sea, called the Sea of Lapland, the home port of
Santa Claus. Here you can feel the magic of Lapland, the fascination
of the four remarkably different seasons. Throughout the night,
you can admire the sun playing on the calm surface of the sea.
The history of both Swedish and Russian era is present through
the area.
www.portofkemi.fi
www.kemi.fi/matkailu
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 Rauma
Rauma on Finland's southwest coast has become
a town of two UNESCO World Heritage sites (Old Town and Sammallahdenmäki
Bronze Age burial site). In the world, there are only a handful
of comparable cultural towns.
Rauma, Finland's third oldest town, is also
known for its beauty, bobbin lace, archipelago, lighthouses and
maritime museums, which tell of the town's rich cultural history.
www.visitrauma.fi
www.portofrauma.com
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 Kotka
The Port of Kotka is located in south-eastern
Finland close to Russian border and Sankt Petersburg. Most pleasant
for cruise passengers the port is right in the heart of the city,
within only ten minutes walk to downtown. Also the bigger cruisers
are very welcome to Kotka, because the depth of the channel is
15,3 metres.
In Kotka, you will enjoy of maritime archipelago
idyll, charming nature, verdant parks and unique architecture.
Kotka offers excellent opportunities for river and archipelago
excursions, sailing and fishing.
www.portofkotka.fi
www.visitkotka.fi
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 Turku
Welcome to Turku, a modern city with
a medieval history. Located at the base of the unique archipelago,
Turku is an intriguing mix of urban and nature. The sights and
shops are just a brisk walk away from nature and activities. In
Turku there's something for everyone.
Stay a day or for a lifetime, you're welcome
to Turku!
www.turkutouring.com
www.portofturku.fi
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