Rental cars in Helsinki from $137

If your trip to Helsinki is all sorted out but your itinerary is a bit on the empty side, we can give you a helping hand.You’ll have to roll out of bed early if you want to see all the notable attractions this place has to offer. Ateneum Art Museum and Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art are no-brainers. Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral shouldn’t be missed either.Stop by Hartwall Arena. It’s one sight you’ll find on travelers’ to-do lists. If you still have room on that travel schedule, Helsinki Ice Hall and Stockmann will keep you amused as well.

With some great road trip options in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to explore all that Kirkkonummi, 17 miles away, has to offer. Kurk Golf, Hvittrask and Hirsala Golf alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Don’t skip Porvoo either! Just 30 miles away, Porvoo Cathedral, Kokonniemi and Doll & Toy Museum are non-negotiable stops here.

Open the car windows and take in the fresh sea air as you venture towards Hietaranta Beach. 4 miles from Helsinki, it’s a wonderful place to go for a relaxing day out by the ocean.

If you’re going to Helsinki for work-related reasons, there’s a good chance you’ll be visiting some business and convention centers. With your own rental car, you can relax knowing you’ll get there on time. Here are some of the most well known:

• Finlandia Hall (0.6 miles away).
• Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre (2 miles away).
• WeeGee Exhibition Centre (5 miles away).

There’s no easier way to see the sights of Helsinki than from the style and comfort of your own ride. Whether you’re hitting the road solo or with the entire family, we’ve got a fantastic set of wheels for you. If you’d rather something small, why not hop into the driver’s seat of a compact car? These little marvels are fun to drive and affordable to run. Cruise around the city’s significant landmarks by day, then make a stop at one of its many great restaurants at night. In the mood to pack up the car and take off out of town? An SUV is ideal for long, leisurely drives.

You’ll be glad to hear that there’s a great range of both luxury and economy vehicles to rent in Helsinki. What you end up going for will depend on your funds and the activities you’ve got planned. Specialty vehicles are hard to beat if you’re all about comfort and class. If you’re splurging, why not pick an elite SUV, or perhaps a fancy mid-size sedan? Otherwise, if you just need a set of wheels to zip around town in as economically as possible, you’re better off going with an economy vehicle (or something else that won’t break the bank).

You’ll need to keep to the right when driving in Helsinki. Also, take a little extra care if it’s your first time behind the wheel here. Once you’re familiar with the roads, you can relax and enjoy the new scenery!

You’ll find plenty of places to leave your car in Helsinki. Even in the heart of the action, you’re likely to score a space just where you need it.

One of the advantages of hitting the road in a smaller city is less traffic, so don’t worry too much about peak-hour gridlock. With a population of only 558,500, you can look forward to a smooth Helsinki driving experience.

Speed limits vary across Helsinki, but usually range from 50km/h to 120km/h. Most residential roads have a maximum speed of 50km/h unless stated otherwise.

Most of the time, your car rental company will charge the amount detailed on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges. Otherwise, they may share your contact details with local law enforcement agencies, who’ll then issue a fine directly to you.

It’s prohibited to use your cell phone while driving in Helsinki, and you could also be hit with a fine for simply handling your phone if you’re in control of a vehicle. However, the use of hands-free or Bluetooth functions is permitted, as long as you keep your attention on the road.

While operating a vehicle in Helsinki, it’s against the law to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) higher than 0.05%. Thinking of having a few beers with lunch or dinner? Consider using a ride-sharing service or taking a taxi.

It’s illegal to turn at a red light in Helsinki. When you come across one, enjoy a couple of mindful moments until the signal flicks back to green.

Although there are a few exceptions, seat belts must be fastened in Uusimaa.