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Lutheran Cathedral (Tuomiokirkko)

Yliopistonkatu 7, Helsinki, Finland
09 709 2455
Ranked #9 of 120 attractions in Helsinki
4.0 of 5 stars 119 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites
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New York City, New York
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Since it's Lutheran it's interior is sort of bland. There's a statue of Martin Luther I'm not sure if he would approve of that, but this iconic church is well worth seeing and if you come to Helsinki you probably will see it regardless because it's right in the center of everything. More

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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Not that you can help it but seeing this cathedral is an experience. There is always an activity around it and it is alive. More

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Oeiras, Portugal
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119 reviews 119 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

Looks really impressive over Senate Square, although you might argue it looks a bit like a wedding cake... Inside it doesn't have the richness of Roman Catholic or Orthodox churches. But you see it from everywhere, even from the sea if you go on any cruise. Anyway, all routes lead you there, no matter what. More

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Lakeland, Florida
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
92 helpful votes 92 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

Beautiful building, very dramatic looking. A lot of steps to get to the door though. Didn't attend service as I'm not a christian. Beautiful inside too! More

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Helsinki
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

The most attractive building in the city center. Towering above the Senate square, with nice view toward the sea. The cathedral is completely white, an eye catching monument with many stairs. There are always something ongoing around it, winter and summer time as well. Concerts, light shows, christmas fair etc. Very easily accessible on foot, not far from the Market... More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

Visited this beautiful cathedral on a cold, windy, sunny day. Picture opportunities abound from outside. Inside it is beautiful, gentle, calm and a wonderful place to take a minute from a busy day to reflect on the sites More

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Helsinki, Finland
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30 reviews 30 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

The "Tuomiokirkko" is the symbol of Helsinki- possibly the most famous landmark of the city. Visit it, take many pictures with it, chill on the stairs amond the local people on a sunny day. Just be warned- since it is a lutheran cathedral, there is not much to see inside :) More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

Looks impressive - closed when I was there. But looking through the window of the main door not much to look at inside. More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012
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I spent a week in Helsinki from the 8th to 15th April and was very pleasantly surprised. Once you get through the Soviet style housing on the outskirts, the city center is a very attractive place to be. The people are friendly and helpful, and the Hilton Strand is a fine hotel with good weekend deals and very conveniently located... More

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Helsinki
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

is teh same as the architect of my home church - and surprisingly, THIS one is a lto SMALLER! More

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