Guided Art Historical Tours: City Centre Campus

The walking tour introduces visitors to the history and architecture of the University of Helsinki’s City Centre Campus.

Previously the only University campus, the City Centre Campus now serves as a home for the Faculties of Art, Educational Sciences, Law, Theology, Social Sciences and the Swedish School of Social Science.

On this walking tour you will be introduced to the Campus, the history of the University of Helsinki and to the different University buildings all situated conveniently on an area covering just couple of blocks, right at the centre of the capital. 

The University buildings are among the oldest in the city and styles vary from 19th century neoclassicism to 21st century contemporary architecture. 

Hence this tour is also an excellent way to get an overall idea of the architectural history of Helsinki.

Please arrive at the meeting point approximately 5–10 minutes before the tour begins. The tours take place regardless of the weather.

Starting point: Older side of the University Main Building (stairs), Unioninkatu 34

17.8. & 27.8.2026

17.00-18.00

Free admission, no advance registration is required

The tour is in English

The Guided Art Historical Tours are organized by the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Helsinki.