Practical Information
 

EXPLORE FINNISH WONDERS

FIND YOUR INNER FINN

HOST CITY HELSINKI

 
ISVCA2025 will be organized in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Helsinki is located on the Northern shore of Gulf of Finland and is an unique urban destination with everpresent nature, whether it is the green canopy of parks and forests, the meandering coastline or the bright light of the summer nights. We welcome you to join us and experience it yourself!
 
Helsinki is an urban destination where you are just a corner away from peaceful nature of seashores, islands, forests, rolling rocks and park pathways. Summer is special time of the year when the light draws people out, and the warm, white nights invite you to enjoy the magical atmosphere.
 
 
My Helsinki is your local guide to Helsinki, with tips to the "full Finnish" experience with saunas, swimming spots, nature walks, restaurants and other must-to-dos.
 
More practical info for visitors about Helsinki and Finland:

 
 

VENUE LITTLE FINLANDIA

 
ISVCA2025 will take place in Little Finlandia (Pikku-Finlandia), the magnificent wooden event center located in a scenic park on the shores of Töölönlahti Bay at Karamzininranta 4, 00100 Helsinki (https://www.finlandiatalo.fi/en)
 
The Trams 4 and 10 stop on Mannerheimintie in front of Finlandia Hall (Kansallismuseo / National Museum stop).
More information on location and access can be found here: https://www.finlandiatalo.fi/en/planning-an-event/how-to-get-here-0
 
 

ACCOMMODATION

Local organizers have booked special room quotas in three hotels near the conference venue to ensure options for ISVCA 2025 participants. We encourage you to book your stay early to take advantage of special rates and ensure availability. 
 

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel

Mikonkatu 23, 00100 HELSINKI
 
 
€ 165 / night /  in single room
€ 185 / night / in double room
 
reservations.finland@radissonblu.com
BOOKING CODE: ISVCA2025 valid until 29 May, 2025
 
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Helsinki is located in the heart of the city in a valuable historic property built in 1917, just a stone’s throw away from Helsinki Central Station. The hotel’s rooms combine world-class luxury and Finnish design, and you can choose either a classic or a modern room. All rooms are decorated with wonderful Finnish design classics and, for example, Eero Aarnio’s Tupla Kupla lamp was designed specifically for the Plaza. The hotel has a Green Key environmental certificate.
 
 
 

Radisson RED Helsinki

Vuorikatu 24, 00100 HELSINKI
 
 
€ 160 / night / in single room
€ 180 / night / in double room
 
reservations.finland@radissonred.com
BOOKING CODE: ISVCA2025 valid until 29 May, 2025
 
Radisson RED Helsinki was opened in autumn 2023 in the center of Helsinki, in Kaisaniemi park. Exuding bold design, inspiring art and unique RED style, the new park hotel offers a high-quality hotel experience just 15 minutes away from the ISVCA2025 venue. In the hotel’s high-quality rooms, you can enjoy wonderful park and city views before a good night’s sleep in an excellent bed. The room has everything you need for a first-class hotel experience, from air conditioning and capsule cookers to high-quality toiletries and a rain shower. The restaurant also has a sunny summer terrace overlooking the Kaisaniemi park.
https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-red-helsinki
 
 

Unihome Töölö Towers

Pohjoinen Hesperiankatu 23 A, 00260 HELSINKI
 
 
 
€ 125 / night / Queen Studio for single use
€ 133 / night / Queen Studio for double use  https://unihome.fi/kohteet/toolo-towers-3/queen-studio
 
€ 143 / night / One-bedroom-flat for single use
€ 145 / night / One-bedroom-flat for double use https://unihome.fi/kohteet/toolo-towers-3/kalustettu-asunto-1mh
 
BOOKING CODE: ISVCA2025 valid until 29 May, 2025
 
The Töölö Towers were constructed in the 1950s in the area of Hesperia hospital as housing for their personnel. The buildings have been completely renovated in 2010 and 2012 to comply with modern standards of living. The rooms and furnished apartments of Töölö Towers are available for everyone looking for a cosy, homelike accommodation.
 
Arriving from the airport is the most convenient by train. Tram lines 1 and 2 from the centre stop by the houses. See the Helsinki public transportation map here.Journey Planner, tickets and fares, customer service | HSL.fi www.hsl.fi/en
 
 

Five-Star Hotels

For those seeking more luxurious accommodations, the ISVCA2025 local organizers have picked the following five-star hotels in Helsinki:

 

Hotel Kämp

Located in the heart of Helsinki, Hotel Kämp offers timeless elegance and modern luxury. Enjoy spacious rooms, a world-class spa, and exquisite dining options.

Pohjoisesplanadi 29, 00100 HELSINKI
www.hotelkamp.com/eng
phone: +358 9 576111
email: reception@hotelkamp.com

 

The Hotel Maria

Heralding a new era in luxury Nordic hospitality, The Hotel Maria is situated near the Presidential Palace and Senate Square. It features elegant rooms, a luxurious spa, and fine dining experiences.

Mariankatu 1, 00170 HELSINKI
www.hotelmaria.fi
phone: +358 9 8860 0170
 

Hotel St. George

This elegant hotel combines historic charm with contemporary design. Guests can enjoy an on-site bakery, a luxurious spa, and a beautiful art collection.
 
Yrjönkatu 13, 00120  HELSINKI
 
 

VISAS

Please visit the web page of Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Finland to check if you need a visa to visit Finland and what travel documents are accepted in Finland:
https://um.fi/visa-requirement-and-travel-documents-accepted-by-finland
 
If you need a support letter for your visa application, please contact the congress bureau at isvca2025@taloevents.fi