Helsinki: The Bradt City Guide (Bradt Mini Guide) [Paperback]

Nigel Wallis (Author)

Book Description

Series: Bradt Mini Guide | Publication Date: June 1, 2007

Helsinki keeps a big secret--and travelers are only now beginning to realize just how much the city has to offer. With a strategic archipelago location, surrounded by the Baltic Sea, the city's cool urban lifestyle mixes seamlessly with its prominent Russian history. Mooch around the numerous museums and galleries, enjoy a classical opera, or join the in-crowd on a tour of the most stylish restaurants, bars, and clubs. Or, for the more adventurous, why not try an invigorating burst of ice-swimming or cross-country skiing? And no matter what time of year it is, no trip would be complete without indulging in the true Finnish passion, a traditional sauna.

 

Features include:

 

*The best restaurants, cafes, bars, and clubs

 

*Where to stay, from luxury to budget

 

*Full coverage of the sights including walking tours and excursions from the city

 

*A guide to Finnish sauna history and etiquette

 

*An introduction to the Finnish language

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Based in the United Kingdom, Nigel Wallis loves to escape and enjoy the Helsinki way of life. Working both as a freelance guidebook writer and contributor to consumer periodicals, he would relish the opportunity to live full time in Finland.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides; 1st edition (June 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1841621846
• ISBN-13: 978-1841621845
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #345,817 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #12 in Books > Travel > Europe > Finland

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Dinky book fits in pocket., May 11, 2008

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Arnold W. Hammari "Arnold, a rider too" (Boise ID) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Helsinki: The Bradt City Guide (Bradt Mini Guide) (Paperback)

I was expecting something larger with better maps, but still this pocket-size book is filled with fascinating, up-to-date information. I had last visited Helsinki in 1974, so I was surprised to see how the country has changed. I found references to many valuable Finnish websites that expand on what's found in this book. The book is also valuable in informing how much money (Euros!) it costs to visit. Overall, the book decreased my pre-trip anxieties about visiting a foreign country.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Incomplete information, September 4, 2010

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KimberlieFair (United States) - See all my reviews
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I really wanted to like this guide. It is compact and easy to carry. Unfortunately the maps are incomplete, with very few of the streets named. Many museums in the city were not included. Information on sites and history seemed to be accurate, but locations were not indicated. I finally gave up and used the far superior information provided by the information desk at the airport and the hotel in Helsinki.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Inconvenient for a Quick Trip, August 19, 2010

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WorldTraveler92 (Plymouth, MN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Helsinki: The Bradt City Guide (Bradt Mini Guide) (Paperback)

This guide is very difficult to use for a day of sightseeing in Helsinki. The one city map is split between the pages in a confusing piecemeal format. The museum hours were not always correct, and it was sometimes difficult to find information. The history and background information about the Helsinki and its sights was useful and informative. Still, if you want a user-friendly guide that will actually help you get around the city, look elsewhere.