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22/01/2013

Shopping in Helsinki

Design District

The Design District  comprises some 50 home decoration and gift shops, 50 fashion shops and boutiques, jewellery and antique shops, galleries, restaurants and cafes

Shopping Centres in Helsinki City Centre

Biggest Shopping Centres in Helsinki City Centre are Stockmann – One of the symbols of Helsinki, also the Nordic region’s largest department store, Forum and Kämppi.

Aleksanterinkatu

Many clothing and shoe shops, including both Finnish and international chains, can be found along Aleksanterinkatu, as can a number of high-quality jewellery shops.

Pohjoisesplanadi

is home to many famous Finnish design outlets, including Arabia/Iittala, Finlayson, Pentik, Annikki Karvinen, Marimekko and Artek.

Markets in Helsinki

Old Market Hall

The Old Market Hall alongside the Market Square has been a meeting place for Helsinki’s food aficionados and a popular tourist attraction since it first opened in 1889. In addition to traditional treats, you can also find Japanese sushi and delicacies from Lapland.

Market Square

The Market Square in South Harbour is Helsinki’s most international and famous market. The booths here sell traditional market foods and treats, as well as handicrafts and souvenirs.