Helsinki.
Convention.
Bureau.

Your expert partner for planning meetings and congresses.

Helsinki is a renowned destination for hosting major congresses and memorable corporate events alike. What makes event organisers happy here is the city’s functionality and seamless arrangement experience. By choosing Helsinki you benefit from Helsinki Convention Bureau’s expert guidance, connections, and services that guarantee your event’s success.

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Why Helsinki

#1 GDS Index

Helsinki proudly holds the top position in the Global Destination Sustainability Index (2024), reflecting our city’s deep commitment to creating a greener, more inclusive future.

Global Destination Sustainability Index

1st Large city with GSTC certificate

Helsinki is the first city with over 500,000 residents to achieve Green Destinations certificate.

Global Sustainable Tourism Council 2025

1st Happiest country

Finland is the happiest country in the world for the 8th year in a row.

UN Happiness Report 2025

15,000 Delegate capacity

Helsinki is home to five major conference centres, meeting facilities for up to 15,000 delegate congress.

22,000 Hotel rooms in Helsinki

There are 20,000 total hotel rooms in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area.

100% Venues environmentally certified

All major conference venues in Helsinki have an environmental certificate and a strong commitment to an environmentally-friendly society, for example through renewable energy.

#1 Helsinki Airport

Passengers have selected Helsinki Airport as the best airport in Europe in terms of customer experience in the 15–25 million passenger size category.

Finavia 2025

2030 Carbon-neutral Helsinki

Helsinki’s goal is to be carbon neutral in 2030. The national goal for carbon-neutral Finland is 2035.

Carbon Neutral Helsinki Action Plan 2025

1st Sustainable Development Report

Finland ranks at the top of the Sustainable Development Report. The country excels in several ratings including Good Health and Well-being; Quality Education; Affordable and Clean Energy; and Industry, Innovation,and Infrastructure.

Sustainable Development Report 2024

Our services for congress and event planners

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Helsinki for congress organisers: Effortless planning and meaningful impact

Helsinki is a top-ranking international congress city known for its functionality, compact size, and commitment to climate-smart urban development.

Host an academic or association congress in Helsinki where our state-of-the-art venues, excellent public transport, and a trust-based society ensure a predictable organizing experience.

The Helsinki Convention Bureau offers free-of-charge support to organisers from bid assistance and site visits to delegate marketing materials and city hospitality services. By connecting you to the right partners, we ensure your congress or conference runs smoothly from start to finish.

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Helsinki for MICE organisers: Globally connected, locally distinct

Dynamic, well-connected, and full of character, business event organising in Helsinki blends modern infrastructure, rich culture, and high-quality local services.

Utilise the DMCs, other professional partners and unique venues to create memorable experiences from leadership offsites to global product launches.

The Helsinki Convention Bureau team supports international organisers with local insight, venue guidance, and promotional tools—all free of charge—to make your event effortless and impactful.

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No matter your event type, we can connect you to the right people at the right time. From bid books to venue selection we’re here to help you confident, informed decisions, every step of the way—ready to support your success in the Nordic’s top congress destination.