Modern Helsinki – New Layers of the City, 1930–2018
During this architecture walking tour, we’ll explore aesthetics, materials, and the societal conditions that shaped the development of modern architecture in Helsinki from the 1930s to 2018. The tour introduces participants to the city centre’s fascinating office buildings, department stores, educational institutions, and other public buildings.
Come and discover Helsinki’s modernism beyond the surface.
The architecture walking tours are scripted by the experts of the Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki and guided by museum guides with in-depth knowledge of each theme.
The tours are part of the museum’s summer 2026 programme of public architecture walking tours, taking visitors through some of Helsinki’s most fascinating neighbourhoods.
Participation
Each walking tour requires a separate reservation through our booking platform. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and registration is binding. Please show the booking confirmation email to your guide before the tour begins.
Price: 15 € / person
Duration: 90 minutes
Language: Tours are organised in Finnish and English.
Each tour is limited to 25 participants. The participation fee must be paid online no later than the day before the tour. Payments are accepted only through our booking platform. It is not possible to pay on-site.
Private walking tours for groups can be booked here.
Tour details
The tour begins at the Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki’s D-building (former Design Museum, Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki) and ends in Helsinki city center.
Accessibility
The tour takes place in public urban space and lasts about 90 minutes. The guide uses a microphone to improve audibility.
The walking distance is about 3 kilometres. One of the locations (Think Corner) is accessible only via a short staircase. The route includes unmodified curb edges, uneven pavement, elevation changes, and a gentle incline on Fabianinkatu. The pace is relaxed and includes several stops. There are no easily accessible benches along the route. Participants may bring a folding chair if desired.
The nearest accessible and gender-neutral public toilet is located at the starting point at the Architecture & Design Museum, Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki.
Further Information
info@designmuseum.fi
You may also contact our customer service during museum opening hours: +358 9 6220 540
