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.

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

 

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

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

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

 

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

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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