Helsinki: Hop-on Hop-off Ferry Ride to Suomenlinna & Lonna

Additional Information & Description

Helsinki’s hop-on hop-off ferry takes you out into the city’s archipelago, with views of the Suomenlinna fortress and the surrounding sea. The journey makes the water part of the visit, rather than simply a crossing between the mainland and the islands.

Two islands with different draws

Step ashore at Suomenlinna to explore the historic island, or visit Lonna, known for its dining options. These stops give the route two distinct focuses: Suomenlinna’s history and Lonna’s food scene. You can build your outing around exploring Suomenlinna, make Lonna your destination, or use the ferry to hop between the islands. The appeal lies in choosing where to spend your time ashore rather than following a single fixed island visit.

Go ashore or stay on board

Regular departures run every 30 minutes, giving you flexibility to shape the outing around your stops. Hop off to explore and continue on a later departure, or stay aboard for a full cruise. The latter keeps the visit focused on the boat ride itself; island hopping adds time on land. Both approaches are part of this ferry experience, so you do not have to treat each island as a compulsory stop.

Roundtrip ferry included

The ticket includes the roundtrip ferry journey. This covers the outward ride and the return, with the hop-on hop-off format allowing you to use the route for island visits or remain aboard. Tickets are delivered instantly, and smartphone tickets are accepted.

Departure and accessibility

The ferry sets out from Helsinki Market Square. Head to 1 Keisarinluodonlaituri for the starting point of the ride. The experience is wheelchair accessible, making accessibility a confirmed feature of this archipelago outing.