Helsinki on a winter city break? Here are the top things to do

Like the rest of Finland, Helsinki knows how to embrace winter and make it even enjoyable. Visiting in winter may require a little planning so you don't have to spend too long in the cold, but it is a fantastic experience - definitely not inferior to a summer visit. In this guide I share all my favourite things to do in town when temperatures plummet below freezing, the city is covered in snow, and the harbour is a solid slab of ice. I was there, and enjoyed every minute. Follow my tips and you won’t regret booking that winter city break in Helsinki.