Getting Around
Helsinki has a simple and extremely efficient public transport system, rated one of the best in Europe, making it easy to hop onto trams, buses, the metro or a ferry with a single ticket purchased from the driver, ticket machines or even the HSL mobile app. Special tourist tickets are available for visitors allowing for one, three or five days' unlimited use of the public transport system. There are also plenty of taxis available to be hailed, ordered by app, telephone or boarded at one of the many taxi ranks. Rideshares such as Bolt and Uber are also available. A car in the easily navigable city of Helsinki poses no problems and it's easy to drive around. There are several car hire agencies.
The city is compact and pleasant so that getting around on foot is an attractive option. Many of the most popular attractions are clumped together and can be easily navigated on foot. There are also many lovely parks to walk through. Alternatively, in summer visitors can make use of the hundreds of kilometres of bike trails by picking up a bicycle at one of the bike racks dotted around the city centre. Payment options for bike rentals include payment via the Helsinki City Bikes app, website or automated kiosks, which accept credit and debit cards. Some bike stations may have options to pay directly at the bike rack using a card. Day and monthly passes are available.
Airports
Helsinki-Vantaa International Airport
The airport is situated about 11 miles (17km) from Helsinki city centre.