What is the nightlife like in Helsinki?
In recent years the Helsinki nightlife has become very lively and dynamic, with a wide choice of cafes and bars, nightclubs and bars with live music for all tastes, almost all located in the city center, and frequented mainly by young people and students.
Is Finland a safe place to live?
Finland is regarded as one of the safest countries in the world. In 2017 the World Economic Forum report rated living in Finland as the number one safest place to be globally.
How safe is Helsinki?
The safety index proves the fact that Helsinki is one of the safest cities in Europe. Some of the possible risks are pickpockets in crowds and drunken people trying to start a fight. It is even safe during the nighttime and getting mugged for money in the streets has rarely been reported.
Is there a red light district in Helsinki?
Touring Kallio District I also took a tour of the famous Kallio district, which is known as the Red Light District in Helsinki. Kallio is Helsinki’s hippest neighborhood these days with some of the best vintage things to be found in the city. It is located in Helsinki’s northeast end.
What is there to do on a Friday night in Helsinki?
9 Fun Things to Do in Helsinki at Night that Might Surprise You
- Skate Under the Stars.
- Play Fun Games at Casino Helsinki.
- Relax at a Sauna.
- Make Your Own Cocktails at A21 Helsinki Oy.
- Explore the Design District.
- Find some Views at a Rooftop Bar.
- Enjoy Helsinki Nightlife + Music Venues. Headbang at Tavastia.
Do they speak English in Helsinki?
The majority of Helsinki-dwellers speak English in addition to their mother tongue of Finnish or Swedish, often along with some other foreign language such as German, French or Spanish.
Where should I stay in Helsinki in winter?
Where to Stay in Helsinki in Winter
- Klaus K – design hotel inspired by the Finnish epic Kalevala.
- Hotel F6 – a boutique hotel perfect to experience hygge when visiting Helsinki during December, January and February!
- GLO Hotel Art – for design lovers, located in an Art Nouveau castle within Helsinki’s design district.
How much money do you need to live in Helsinki?
You should have 700–1000 euro for living expenses per month of which 450–700 euro per month for housing. For the residence permit, you are required to have 560 euro per month on your bank account, but that will not be enough for living in Helsinki. Could you live further away from the city centre?
How to register as a resident in Finland?
When you have moved to Finland, you must visit the nearest service location of the Digital and Population Data Services Agency (Digi- ja väestötietovirasto) to register as a resident. You also need to make a notification of move about a temporary move to Finland if you will live in Finland for over three months.
When to start looking for an apartment in Helsinki?
There is great demand for housing as Helsinki is Finland’s only metropole and there are not enough apartments for everyone wanting to move in. So be one step ahead and start looking for an apartment right after receiving your acceptance letter! We recommend you start your house hunting by checking what HOAS and Unihome has to offer you.
What are the rights to a municipality of residence in Finland?
If you move to live permanently in Finland for a year or more, you may have the right to a municipality of residence in Finland. You need a municipality of residence to use city or municipal services, such as health care and children’s day care.