They say that there is not much to see in Helsinki, and it is not a grand city, but we found it surprisingly pleasant (maybe it was the good weather) and we wished that we had gone earlier to spend more time in this pleasant town. ...
Took a $11 shuttle bus, arranged by the ship, to the city center. Walked to the market at the water front, where we did some shopping, and then to the palace square where we listened to a band. Then back to the water front where we went to a food hall for some nice food and gelato. ...
Long 35min walk to the city but not that bad. Took a bus back. Ok city... small and limited things to see. Since we don't have much time anyway... it was ok. ...
A good introduction to the city. It also took us to the Sibelius monument and areas outside the center city. We had some time to walk and shop in the market area and Esplanade and tour the cathedral. Good for a short stop in port. ...