Autumn has quietly arrived once again. Out at sea, the summer boating season is winding down, the archipelago is growing calm, and seen from the water, the city looks different once more. It's the perfect time to step aboard and discover the many sides of Helsinki from the sea.
The city dresses in autumn colours
The autumn archipelago has a special atmosphere. The green of the seaside cliffs, islands and parks slowly turns to autumn colours, and the low sun turns the city skyline golden. From the sea, the urban landscape opens up in a completely different way than from the streets.
On a Royal Line sightseeing cruise, you'll get close to these views and see Helsinki's famous sights from a new angle. Along the way, you'll see both historic and new districts of the city, the changing shoreline, and the islands and skerries.
Out to sea in autumn, too
Many people think of the cruise season as a summer thing, but autumn at sea has a charm all its own. The air is fresher, the mood is calmer and the archipelago is full of life.
In the warm indoor areas of the ship, you can enjoy refreshments and watch the scenery change. When the weather allows, step out on deck to breathe in the crisp sea air, spot migrating birds or watch the big ships pass by.
A cruise is also a perfect addition to a day in the city during the autumn holidays. Before or after your cruise, you can stop by the Market Square, enjoy lunch, or spend the rest of the day in Helsinki's museums, cafés and shops. Or, on a whim, hop aboard CityTour's red bus for a Hop-On Hop-Off city tour.
Bring warm clothes, enjoy the fresh sea air and let the city's autumn scenery carry you away. Sometimes the best way to get to know Helsinki is to take a step back and head out to sea.
Welcome aboard an autumn sightseeing cruise and let the Helsinki archipelago enchant you.
