Perfect Finnish summer day on the beach! Nice little cafe, great area for kids and kitesurfing…read more Lovely spot :)

It's just a beach, nothing too special. The water is nice though but too cold to swim in, and the…read morebeach is pretty clean. There's also a swing set on the sand, but besides that there's not much going on. Worth a look if you're around the area, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here.

The week is over, the sun is shining and you want to party? Each sunny and warm day during the…read moresummer Hietaniemen Ranta and café turn into a big beach club. Party on the sandy beach with your friends and enjoy the Finnish summer. The Hietsu Beach Jam is from 12 till 18.00. After that the sunset terrace is open for you till midnight. Btw. it's the biggest sand beach in Helsinki and is also a great place for swimming and sunbathing. Check it out!

Lovely small coffee place and restaurant in Uunisaari. Went there for dinner and later on for…read moreSunday morning coffee . The food is ok but the munkkis are excellent, super soft and fresh. Good slightly serious service, fabulous atmosphere.

From the owner: Uunisaari is a stunning seaside destination located just a stone’s throw from the heart of…read moreHelsinki. This lush and atmospheric island offers visitors a beautiful sandy beach and the perfect setting for relaxation. In the summer, a short boat ride takes you to this charming getaway. The island attracts visitors with its idyllic summer terrace and sauna. Uunisaari is an ideal excursion spot for nature lovers, food enthusiasts, and city dwellers alike who are looking for a brief escape from everyday life.

No idea what the other reviews say, so thank goodness for the stars! This lovely little park sits…read morejust down the way from a friend's place and right next to a lovely little lake. There's tons of room to run around, some work out equipment and a huge pirate ship play set that gets even the coolest kid excited about playing! The couple times we came down there were plenty of people around, but never felt crowded. There was also a lovely little basketball court with both 8 and 10 foot rims so you could always find a rim that made you feel tall! A great spot to take the kids and adults for some hang time and to run some energy off!