Helsinki was ranked number one in the latest Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Index, published on 16 October 2024. With the tips below, you can enjoy Helsinki in a sustainable way.

• Drink our excellent local tap water instead of bottled water.

• Explore the city on foot, by bike or by public transport.

• Choose services and attractions with sustainability labels, such as the Sustainable Travel Finland label.

• Use local travel services, such as guided walking and bicycle tours.

• Try local cuisine and drinks by visiting market halls, vegetarian or vegan restaurants, and restaurants that serve local and organic food.

• Enjoy nature and breathe in the fresh air: Helsinki offers plenty of parks, forests and seaside trails. There are also two national parks in the metropolitan area.

• When buying souvenirs, choose sustainable Finnish products and visit flea markets or second-hand shops. Another great option is to donate money, for example, to help protect the Baltic Sea: johnnurmisensaatio.fi/en

• Recycle and sort waste while travelling whenever possible. Please recycle this map as paper!

• Broaden your horizons by visiting areas outside the city centre.

• Get to know the locals and their way of life. Visit market halls and squares, public saunas, or the Helsinki Central Library, Oodi.