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Place · Senate Square, Market Square & harbour

Helsinki CathedralHelsingin tuomiokirkko

Go on a dry morning and climb the steps for the Senate Square view; 20–30 minutes inside a bright, plain church. Free entry, but check the schedule for services.

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Key facts

Time on site
20–30 min
p95 45 min
Price
Free
Hours
unknown
Best time
at opening
quietest window
28″ bags
Painful
Senate Square, Market Square & harbour: painful

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Exit
unknown
Ticket
free · official site
Stairs
unknown
Shoes
unknown

Crowds and switching

Crowd clock
Quiet at opening; tour groups late morning; busy in the Christmas market season.
Sensory load
2/5
Exposure

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    Nearest rescue anchor: A — Helsinki Cathedral steps, Senate Square

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        Straight-line distance; walk time adds 30% for streets.

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