Information on Helsinki

Understand Helsinki better through the past, present and future. Explore different themes and statistics that shine a light on everyday life in the city. 

A child blows soap balloon in Esplanadi park in the centre of Helsinki.

On this site

Trending

Look in the Trending section to find information about current affairs and the city’s important themes.

Maps and geospatial data

The Helsinki Map Service, Service Map, Outdoor Exercise Map and many other informative maps of the city.

Statistics and life in Helsinki

Explore life in Helsinki through statistics and research.

Sustainable development

We invest in ecological, social and economic wellbeing and strengthen equality, non-discrimination and the opportunities for resident participation.

Design, brand and digitalisation

Get acquainted with Helsinki’s brand, service design, digital solutions and their development guidelines.

Internationality and new residents

Our tips to help newcomers settle in the city and support those moving to Finland, as well as information about Helsinki’s international activities.

History and archives

Immerse yourself in the history and archives of our capital, or request information about a topic that interests you.

Data protection and information management

Information about the accessibility of our online services, the storage of customer data and the data protection compliance of our services.

Cooperation

Through cooperation with various partners, we aim to increase the appeal of the region and meet our shared challenges.

Popular services

What’s new

Swimming locations on the Outdoor Exercise Map Cycling in the city Harakka Island’s archipelago nature exhibition redesigned

Statistics and research

Interested in browsing some statistics? Looking for publications from the city? Do you have a thesis topic that relates to the City of Helsinki?

Maps for many uses

Guide map, cadastral map and road works in the Map Service History maps Helsinki 3D

Video communication and events

Videos of the city in the Helsinki-kanava channel The Event Square of the City Hall Lobby Events in Helsinki
A large crowd of people enjoying Flow festival in summer weather.

See how the city is evolving

Statistics and research data describe the everyday life of our residents and our business environment.

Read more about urban statistics and research on the City information website

Aerial view on Helsinki.

Helsinki on the map

The Helsinki Map Service publishes a guide map of the city you can use to search for a location by its address. The Map Service contains several map layers such as cadastral maps, parks, nature reserves, area plans, aerial photographs and 3D map layers.

Explore maps and locations in the Map Service

Group of women enjoying summer day in Helsinki's archipelago in cirka 1950's.

Dive into Helsinki’s history!

Immerse yourself in the capital’s interesting past, in the light of events, phenomena and the development of different regions.

Go to History Helsinki