Helsinki Jewish Congregation
Discover the heart of Jewish culture in Finland at the Helsinki Jewish Congregation, a historic landmark fostering community and tradition.
The Helsinki Jewish Congregation, located on Malminkatu Street, serves as a vital center for Jewish life in Finland. Established as a congregation around 1900, the Helsinki Synagogue was inaugurated in 1906 and is one of the northernmost synagogues in the world. The congregation provides a range of religious, cultural, and educational programs, fostering a strong sense of community.
A brief summary to Helsinki Jewish Congregation
- Malminkatu 26, Helsinki, 00100, FI
- +35895860310
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Call ahead to arrange a visit, ensuring access to the synagogue and community center. Tours are available Mon-Thu 11 am to 3 pm and only upon booking in advance.
- Explore the small library within the synagogue, which contains books in Hebrew, English, and German.
- Take a moment to reflect at the Holocaust memorial located in the backyard of the synagogue.
- Note that the community office is closed on Jewish holidays and Finnish bank holidays.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Helsinki Central Station, take tram lines 7 or 9 towards the city center. Alight at the Simonkatu stop, which is a short walk to Malminkatu 26. The journey takes approximately 10-15 minutes. A single AB zone ticket costs €3.20 and is valid for 80 minutes on trams, buses, and the metro. Tickets can be purchased via the HSL app or from ticket machines at the station.
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Walking
From the Kamppi Metro Station, walk north along Narinkkatori Square, then turn left onto Malminkatu Street. The Helsinki Jewish Congregation is located at Malminkatu 26, approximately a 5-minute walk. This is a straightforward and easily navigable route.
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Taxi
A taxi from Helsinki Central Station to Malminkatu 26 typically costs between €10-€15 and takes around 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. Taxi stands are available at the station, or you can use ride-sharing apps like Uber or local taxi services.
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