Helsinki Winter Garden: A Green Oasis
Discover a serene escape in Helsinki's Winter Garden, a historical greenhouse with diverse plant collections and seasonal floral displays. Open year-round!
Escape the hustle and bustle of Helsinki in the serene Winter Garden, a historical greenhouse filled with over 200 plant species. Open since 1893, this free attraction offers a tranquil retreat year-round, showcasing seasonal floral displays and unique plant collections in its three distinct rooms.
A brief summary to Helsinki Winter Garden
- Hammarskjöldintie 1 A, Helsinki, 00250, FI
- +358931039985
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Visit during Christmas or Easter to see special floral displays and festive decorations.
- Explore the Rose Garden in front of the Winter Garden during the summer months for a colorful and fragrant experience.
- Don't miss the camellia tree, the oldest plant in the garden, which was planted before the greenhouse was established.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Helsinki Central Station, take tram lines 7 or 9 towards the Winter Garden. Get off at the 'Talvipuutarha' stop, which is a short walk to the garden entrance. A single ticket costs approximately €3.20 and is valid for 80-110 minutes. Tickets can be purchased via the HSL mobile app or from ticket machines at the station.
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Walking
From the Kamppi metro station, head southeast on Urho Kekkosen katu, then take a left onto Hammarskjöldintie. Continue straight for about 1 kilometer until you arrive at Hammarskjöldintie 1 A. The Winter Garden will be on your right.
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Taxi
A taxi from Helsinki city center to the Winter Garden costs approximately €15-€25, depending on traffic and the taxi company. Taxi stands are available throughout the city center, or you can use a ride-sharing app.
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