HELSINKI - 18 HOLES - FREE

HELSINKI
CITY MAP MINIGOLF

Helsinki - 18 stops - par 53

This is a full round through Helsinki. The map is the real city and the ball rolls across its actual streets, banking off facades to reach landmarks like the Ateneum. This 18-hole course covers 10.2 km and uses 76 portals to bridge the gaps between the attractions. Skip is a local guide who knows these sidewalks and every shortcut available to a pigeon, ensuring the path is clear. The real city attractions are what the holes are built from, turning the urban geography into a game.

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HOW IT WORKS

01

Pick a city

The course is drawn on the real street grid, so the map you play is the map you walk.

02

Putt to the pin

Drag to aim, release to swing. Buildings bounce and water costs you a stroke.

03

Sightsee between strokes

Every hole ends at an attraction. Sink the putt, read the story, walk to the next tee.

THE HELSINKI ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 3

Tuomiokirkon krypta

The Neoclassical architecture style defines the form of Tuomiokirkon krypta. This Lutheran cathedral is a city landmark and church building that had its inception in 1851. Carl Ludvig Engel was the architect of the site, bringing this specific design to the city. To ensure its continued preservation, Tuomiokirkon krypta is a church-protected building and is also protected by city plan. Visitors can observe how these protections keep the building intact as a focal point of the local landscape.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 3

Ruiskumestarin talo

You will first notice the historic presence of Ruiskumestarin talo, which is a house and museum. This site was started in 1818 and provides a look at the city's early development. To ensure the site remains unchanged for future visitors, the building of Ruiskumestarin talo is protected by city plan. The interior is also protected by city plan. I have always felt that the preserved details inside make it a great spot to spend a quiet afternoon away from the busier streets. It is a wonderful place to see how the city has evolved over time.

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HOLE 3 - PAR 3

Tiedemuseo Liekki

The University of Helsinki established its own museum, known as the Helsinki University Museum Flame. This institution is Tiedemuseo Liekki, a natural history museum located in Helsinki. It opened its doors in 2003 to share scientific knowledge with the public. I usually find the best crumbs near the entrance, but the real treasure is inside the galleries. Whether you are a student or just visiting the city, it is a great spot to see how the university preserves natural history.

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HOLE 4 - PAR 2

Uspenskin katedraali

This is not a Lutheran building. It is Uspenski Cathedral, an Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Helsinki. This site is the largest Orthodox church in Northern and Western Europe and the main cathedral of the Orthodox Church of Finland. Designed by architect Aleksey Gornostaev, the building features Byzantine Revival and Russian Revival architecture styles. Its inception was in 1868, and the cathedral is protected by the Law of the Orthodox Church in Finland. It is dedicated to the Dormition of the Theotokos.

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HOLE 5 - PAR 3

Kauppatori

Kauppatori is a central market square in Helsinki, Finland. Situated at the eastern end of Esplanadi, it borders the Baltic Sea to the south and Katajanokka to the east. It is a hub of activity where HSL maintains a year-round ferry link to Suomenlinna. The square is surrounded by several important buildings, including the Presidential Palace, Helsinki City Hall, the Swedish Embassy, and the Stora Enso Headquarters building. I usually find the salty sea breeze here keeps the crowds moving, which is a welcome change from the inland air. It is a great spot to see the city's layout.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 3

Presidentinlinna

This is not just a stately home, but an administrative building. Presidentinlinna is a presidential palace and one of the three official residences of the president of the Republic of Finland. You can pick out the Neoclassical architecture style as you walk by on the north side of Esplanadi. It was started in 1815, with Carl Ludvig Engel and Pehr Granstedt serving as architects. I've found the symmetry of the facade makes for a very predictable bank if you're aiming for the hole.

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HOLE 8 - PAR 3

Ateneum

Located in the heart of Helsinki, Ateneum is an art museum and one of the three museums forming the Finnish National Gallery. It began in 1887 and now attracts 400,000 annual visitors. You can find the biggest collections of classical art in Finland here, all housed in a building designed by Theodor Höijer. Before 1991, the space served a different purpose, as it housed the Finnish Academy of Fine Arts and University of Art and Design Helsinki. It is a great spot to spend an afternoon if you enjoy a stroll through the city's artistic history.

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HOLE 9 - PAR 3

Eduskuntatalo

The Eduskuntatalo is a capitol and administrative building in Helsinki. Designed by architect J. S. Sirén, the building is an example of Nordic Classicism and had its inception in 1931. You can find it in the Etu-Töölö district, where it serves as the seat of the Parliament of Finland. Because of its importance, the Eduskuntatalo is a protected building in the Built Heritage Register. Both the building and its interior are also protected by city plan. I've seen plenty of fancy windows from the air, but these are some of the most official ones in the city.

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HOLE 10 - PAR 2

Temppeliaukion kirkko

In the Töölö neighbourhood of Helsinki, you will find Temppeliaukio Church. This Lutheran church is a church-protected building designed by architects Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen. It is a notable example of modern architecture because the church was built directly into solid rock. The building opened in 1969 and is frequently referred to by locals and visitors as the Rock Church or the Church of the Rock. It is a place of worship that integrates the natural environment of the city into its structural design.

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HOLE 11 - PAR 3

Luonnontieteellinen museo

You will first notice the baroque revival style of the Luonnontieteellinen museo, a natural history museum in Helsinki, Finland. It is a place where science and architecture meet in a very specific way. The museum is under the directorship of the Finnish Museum of Natural History, which is part of the University of Helsinki. I always find the building's exterior quite striking compared to the more modern structures nearby, making it a great landmark to spot from the street. It is a significant site for those interested in the natural world and the city's academic ties.

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HOLE 12 - PAR 3

Finlandia-talo

You might think this is only a place for business meetings, but Finlandia-talo is both a convention center and a concert hall. Designed by architect Alvar Aalto, the designs were completed in 1962 and building took place between 1967 and 1971. The site grew over time; the Congress Wing was designed in 1970 and built in 1973–1975, while new exhibition and meeting facilities were added in 2011. I've seen plenty of people stop to admire the white facade. It is a great spot to see how the city balances its modern growth with its preserved history.

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HOLE 13 - PAR 3

Elielinaukio

You might expect a quiet plaza in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, but Elielinaukio is far more active. This square is named after Eliel Saarinen, who designed the railway station. It is an open space located on the west side of the Helsinki Central Station. While it functions as a public square, it is used for the most part as the arrival and departure platforms for regional buses. I've noticed it's a great spot to watch the city's rhythm as people transition from trains to buses.

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HOLE 14 - PAR 3

Helsingin taidemuseo HAM

You will find the Helsinki Art Museum inside the Tennispalatsi in the district of Kamppi. It is an art museum in Helsinki that draws 114,353 annual visitors. The museum was founded in 1974, though it underwent renovations and rebranding before reopening in 2015. I have noticed the building makes for a great landmark when you are navigating the neighborhood. It is a significant stop for anyone wanting to see how the city manages its art collections within a historic urban setting.

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HOLE 15 - PAR 3

Musiikkitalo

LPR-arkkitehdit is the architect of Musiikkitalo, a concert hall that had its inception in 2011. Also known as the Helsinki Music Centre, this venue is both a concert hall and a music center located in Töölönlahti, Helsinki. It is a central hub for the city's musical life, serving as the home for the Sibelius Academy as well as the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra. I've noticed the acoustics here are quite something, though I usually prefer the sounds of the street. You can see the blend of modern design and musical purpose throughout the site.

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HOLE 16 - PAR 3

Kampin kappeli

Located on Narinkka Square in the Kamppi neighbourhood of Helsinki, Finland, Kampin kappeli is a chapel. It is also known as the Chapel of Silence. The structure was started in 2012 and has a height of 11.5 meters. This place provides a quiet environment for visitors in the middle of the city. You can find it positioned directly on the square, where its unique presence offers a contrast to the surrounding urban activity of the Kamppi area.

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HOLE 17 - PAR 3

Helsingin synagoga

The Helsinki Synagogue is located at Malminkatu Street 26 in the Kamppi district of Helsinki, Finland. This Orthodox Jewish synagogue was started in 1906 and was designed by architect Jac Ahrenberg. The building is a notable example of the Art Nouveau architecture style. Because of its importance to the city and the country, it is a Cultural Heritage Site of National Significance. It is also protected by the city plan and the law on the protection of the architectural heritage in Finland.

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HOLE 18 - PAR 4

Hietalahdentori

You will find the Hietalahti market hall as a key destination on Hietalahdentori, a square in Hietalahti in Helsinki, Finland. This open space has a varied history, including a period during World War I when it was used as a Russian horse barracks. Today, the area is a hub for visitors and locals alike. You can visit the popular flea market here from May to September. I have noticed that the crowd always seems to find something interesting in those stalls, and the energy of the square is always welcoming.

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STOP 19

Johanneskyrkan

Johanneskyrkan is a Lutheran church building. It was started in 1891 and was designed by the architect Adolf Emil Melander. The building is constructed in the Gothic Revival style and reaches a total height of 74 meters. This site is a church-protected building and is the largest stone church in Finland by seating capacity. Visitors can observe the scale of the architecture and the specific details of the style used by Melander during the construction of this Lutheran place of worship.

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OTHER COURSES

9 HOLES - PAR 30

Rovaniemi

9 stops

From a pigeon's view, Rovaniemi looks like a clean grid carved into the snow. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, using attractions like Jätkänkynttilä as the holes. Skip knows every rooftop and alley here. This quick 9-hole round covers 6.5 km with a par of 30, using 4 portals to skip across the frost.

9 HOLES - PAR 25

Helsinki Old Town

9 stops

The ball finishes its journey at Helsinki Central Station. This quick 9-hole round follows the real streets of Helsinki, where attractions form the holes and 14 portals bridge the 4.8 km walk. With a par of 25, the course relies on the actual city map. Skip knows these sidewalks well.

FAQ

Is it free to play?

Yes. Every course runs in the browser with no account and no install.

Do I need to be in the city?

No. The full round plays from anywhere. Walking the real route is a nice way to see the city, but it is not required.

Are the maps real?

Yes. The geometry comes from OpenStreetMap data, rendered chunky on purpose. Streets, water and parks sit where they really are.