Helsinki
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Introduction
Helsinki is the capital and biggest city of Finland, situated on the coast of the Baltic Sea in the southern part of the country.
Couchsurfing in Helsinki
Overview
The CouchSurfing situation in Helsinki is generally pretty good. There are a decent ratio of hosts to surfers, especially in the winter months; which means it is relatively easier to find a couch in Helsinki when compared to larger capital cities such as Paris or Berlin. Helsinki has a large and active CouchSurfing community for it's size; with weekly events such as the Weekly Meeting, various weekend meetups, large multi-day events, parties and excursions.
Membership of alternative hospitality networks such as BeWelcome is increasing, however there are still very few BeWelcome hosts in the Helsinki region.
Finding a Couch in Helsinki
- Do not commit to finding hosts only in the 'center' of the city. Many people, including lots of CouchSurfing hosts live outside the city center. The 'city center' itself is rather small and the bulk of the residential buildings lie to the North, East, and West. Public transport in Helsinki is excellent and will likely be the main way your host travels around the city.
- Consider searching for couches in the two other cities in the Helsinki metropolitan region: Espoo and Vantaa.
Overview of the City
Where to Go
What to Do
Events and Meetups in Helsinki
Helsinki on a Budget
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Where can I book a sauna in the Helsinki region?
Where can I go camping in the Helsinki region?