FERRY ROUTES
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The 15 most popular baltic sea ferries, from quick island hops to full open-water crossings. Each one with sailing times, fares and who runs the boat, so you can pick the right deck and book it.
Comfortable day-trip ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn on eco-friendly Tallink ships, with up to 9.5 hours to explore UNESCO Old Town.
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Day-trip ferries between Tallinn and Helsinki with up to 10 hours ashore, modern Tallink ships, onboard food and shopping, and easy self check-in.
Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn, guided Old Town walk, big-picture sights like Toompea and St. Aleksander Nevski, plus free time to roam.
“Had a great time on the tour! The guide was very knowledgeable and made everything interesting. Loved the casual chats and fun random conversations along the way. Super helpful and made the whole experience enjoyable and easy. Would definitely recommend!”
Walk major Copenhagen sights, ride an electric canal ferry, and time your day for the Changing of the Guards at Amalienborg.
“We covered a lot of the city sights and the history of Copenhagen. The highlight for me was The Little Mermaid and the sea was frozen around her today. Our guide Michael was very knowledgeable and engaging. We walked in heavy snowfall and then rain so I was slower than the younger ones, yet Michael…”
Sail from Helsinki to Tallinn by ferry, enjoy a guided small-group walk through Old Town and viewpoints, then explore on your own.
“We had a really lovely day to Tallin. We didn’t know we’d to get our tickets validated before the entrance barriers but otherwise it all went like clockwork. Our guide met us at the ferry terminal and we’d a swift transfer into Tallin old town. She was a great guide and was very considerate to…”
Helsinki highlights plus a guided Suomenlinna ferry ride. See Oodi, cathedrals, Olympic Stadium, and the sea fortress in one day.
“Great tour! Sergio was amazing for the whole day, he was very knowledgeable in Helsinki’s history and the sights.”
Ride FRS Syltfähre between List, Sylt and Havneby, Rømø in about 40 minutes, with great views, frequent departures, and friendly staff.
“Super”
Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn with a 3-hour English guide through UNESCO Old Town, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea views, free time.
“Tivemos uma ótima experiência, nosso guia contou muitas coisas sobre a história dessa belíssima cidade e também foi bastante atencioso, pontual e gentil. Foi um dia maravilhoso!”
Guided Helsinki highlights with a ferry to Suomenlinna, plus cathedral stops, Sibelius, and Finnish tastings in about 5.5 hours.
“A well-informed, friendly, and helpful guide. Thanks guide😁 It would have been an advantage if the guide had had a microphone. However, the guide attempted to compensate as best as possible by speaking loudly and by answering questions afterwards.”
Cross the Wadden Sea by ferry between Rømø and Sylt. Panoramic decks, frequent departures, and easy pre-booked travel for $15.
“Dejlig tur i smukt vejr, men vi fortrød at vi ikke gik i land, så vi må på en ny tur😊”
Take an FRS ferry from Helsinki to Vallisaari Fortress Island for nature trails, fortress buildings, snacks, and Biennial 2025 art.
“Notices for using tickets in the mail almost passed me by ♀️ 🤦🏼”
Guided Tallinn day trip from Helsinki by comfortable ferry, with Old Town UNESCO sights, Toompea Hill views, and a few hours on your own.
“Great communication throughout the booking and day of the tour. Our tour guide, Artur, was great - pleasant and knowledgeable - making the tour the right balance of seeing key sights without feeling rushed. Smooth logistics beginning to end.”
A 3-hour Copenhagen land-and-sea walking combo with an electric harbor ferry, café stop, and the Changing of the Guards at Amalienborg.
“Amalia è una guida molto preparata e una persona squisita. il percorso interessante perché vedi la città da un'altra visuale.in due ore abbiamo visto tante cose.”
Half-day Helsinki walk and ferry to Suomenlinna. See Orthodox, Rock Church, Senate Square and more with a small-group English guide.
“This was a great Tour with Olga. She was informative and picked things we had not seen before. I especially liked the rock church.”
Tallinn day trip from Helsinki with round-trip ferry, a guided Old Town walk, and curated stops like Toompea and Kohtuotsa.
“Irene was a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable and switched on to the needs of the group. We had a family with four well behaved young children and her ability to recognize what was needed was exceptional. Thanks Irene for making the tour pleasurable. You have a beautiful Old City.”
Pick a coastline and find the ferry that gets you across it.
