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Kauppatori (Market Square)

Etelasatama, Helsinki, Finland 00130
Description: Nestled on the eastern side of Esplanade Park, with the Baltic Sea to the south, the Kauppatori (or Market Square) of Helsinki offers visitors a chance to scoop up a wide array of Finnish food from early spring till autu...Read More
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    3 out of 5 stars

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Kauppatori (Market Square) Reviews

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Stalls a plenty!

  • 4 out of 5 stars by linzeeloulabelle from Grimsby, England, United Kingdom
  • July 18, 2011
Stalls a plenty!
Quote: The market square in Helsinki can be found right next to the sightseeing ferry dock and on the eastern side of the Esplande Park. At only 10-15 minutes walk away from the main train station, the market square is easy to get to and a lot of buses... Read the full Kauppatori (Market Square) review

From journal Helsinki Part 1

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Kauppatori (Market Square)

  • 3 out of 5 stars by seethesun from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • May 17, 2005
Kauppatori (Market Square)
Quote: A colourful respite during the grey chilly mornings of winter, Kauppatori is a lively market that sells more fish than anywhere else in Helsinki! Located at the edge of the city and with a beautiful view of the harbour, do check out the Market... Read the full Kauppatori (Market Square) review

From journal Wintry Days in Helsinki

Finnish Fish Market

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Ksu from Malmo, Sweden
  • November 16, 2003
Finnish Fish Market
Quote: Helsinki’s markets provided the most enjoyable shopping and people-watching experience I’ve ever had. The bright colours of the fresh fruits and vegetables (you won’t find unripe fruits here) and the aromas made me wish I had a kitchen handy to... Read the full Kauppatori (Market Square) review

From journal Weekend in Helsinki !

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Kauppatori (Market Square)

  • 4 out of 5 stars by chewie from New York City, New York
  • April 8, 2001
Kauppatori (Market Square)
Quote: The Market Square is a great place to walk around and get a feel for traditional Finnish culture. Walk to the end of the Esplanade and you'll see the market(right across from the Presidential Palace). It's an open area by the harbor where local... Read the full Kauppatori (Market Square) review

From journal A Brief First Encounter With Helsinki

Kauppatori (Market Square)

  • 3 out of 5 stars by A. Stevenson from Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, France
  • August 11, 2000
Quote: Fun to browse through, but don't expect to find any real bargains on local crafts. That being said, handmade sweaters, gloves and hats are generally cheaper than in stores. Open weekdays and Saturdays.

From journal Two Years in Helsinki