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Keskusta
Iittala glass and kitchenware represents the best and most stylish of Finnish design and makes classy souvenirs and gifts. There are two Iittala stores in central Helsinki, one in the corner of the Amos Rex art museum and a flagship store on the north side of the Esplanade.
Pohjoisesplanadi 23, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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Keskusta
Since the 1950s Marimekko has been selling bright, unusual clothes for men, women, and children in quality fabrics, and it is perhaps the most durable, recognizable, and iconic of all Finnish design brands, popular globally. Though the products are expensive, they're worth a look even if you don't plan to buy. There are several locations in central Helsinki and others throughout Finland, in addition to this flagship concept store.
Pohjoisesplanadi 33, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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Keskusta
At this Helsinki institution, open year-round on the South Harbour quayside, wooden stands with orange and gold awnings bustle in the mornings when everyone—tourists and locals alike—comes to shop, browse, or sit and enjoy coffee and conversation. You can buy a freshly caught perch for the evening's dinner along with an array of forest mushrooms, a bouquet of bright flowers for a friend, or a fur pelt. In summer the fruit, berry, and vegetable stalls are supplemented by an arts-and-crafts and souvenir market. The crepes, made to order by one of the tented vendors, are excellent, while locals swear by the meat pies and fresh jam-filled doughnuts. In summer there are several vendors selling lunch plates. In early October, there's a Baltic Herring Market, a tradition dating back to the 18th century, with small boats from the outlying islands docked at the quay to sell their wares.
Eteläranta, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00130, Finland
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Esplanadi | Jewelry & Watches
Wooden jewelry, silver, and gifts are for sale here.
Pohjoisesplanadi 27, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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Punavuori | Jewelry & Watches
Anna Heino uses stones in her cleverly designed women's necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets, an example being a silver bracelet with removable links. She also does custom designs.
Uudenmaank. 34, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00120, Finland
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Kruunuhaka | Antiques & Collectibles
Antiikkiliike Karl Fredrik stocks high-class 19th-century antiques, including furniture, chandeliers and other light fixtures, glass, and paintings, as well as a good selection of Russian objects.
Mariank. 13, Mariegatan, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00170, Finland
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Keskusta
Artek Helsinki, opposite the Stockmann department store on the Keskuskatu pedestrian street, offers two floors of premium classic Finnish design items in addition to international brands. Artek's original product range comprised items by Alvar Aalto, probably the country's best-known designer and architect, including the classic three-legged stool and other bent-birch furniture. These have stood the test of time and are still on show and for purchase at Artek. Many other smaller accessories, tableware, books, magazines, and wellness products are also for sale.
Keskuskatu 1B, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
Shop Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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Keskusta | Clothing
A local favorite, Helsinki 10 sells high-end clothing, shoes, and accessories for the young-and-stylish by a bevy of designers worldwide—a good place for parents hoping to buy teenagers and twentysomethings clothes they might actually wear.
Eerikink. 3, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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Market
At the outdoor flea market (open weekdays 8–7, Saturday 8–4) that's held here, you can get an ever-changing assortment of used items; the indoor market brims with food, flowers, fish, and more.
Bulevardi and Hietalahdenkatu, , 00180, Finland
Shop Details
Rate Includes: Weekdays 6:30–6, Sat. 6:30–4 (with extended summer hours).
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Arabianranta
Arabia, Hackman, and Iittala tableware, glassware, cutlery, and cookware are sold here at outlet prices, along with Finlayson textiles and Fiskars garden tools and scissors. The shop is on the site of the old Arabia factory in the Arabiankeskus (Arabia center) and is some way out of central Helsinki in the Arabianranta district, but it's worth the diversion if you are looking for a one-stop shop for practical Finnish design items for your home or as gifts. It's a great spot to find Moomin character mugs!
Hämeentie 135, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00560, Finland
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Esplanadi | Ceramics/Glassware
The Iittala Concept Store sells the crisp, functional glass and tableware designs of Iittala and Arabia.
Pohjoisesplanadi 25, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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Punavuori | Clothing
IVANAhelsinki has earned international recognition for its women's sweaters and dresses, done in either solid colors or bold and bright patterns.
Uudenmaank. 15, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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Keskusta
This company bases its designs on traditional motifs dating back as far as the Iron Age and inspired in part by the imagery of the Finnish national epic, The Kalevala. Its designs are also available at most jewelry shops around Finland and in the Stockmann department store.
Pohjoisesplanadi 25–27, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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Market
Visit Kauppatori, Helsinki's Market Square, to browse among the colorful stalls or just relax with a coffee.
South Harbour at the end of the Esplanade Park, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00170, Finland
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Neighborhood
Next to Senaatintori is the Kiseleff Bazaar Hall, an attractive shopping gallery.
Aleksanterinkatu 22–28, Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland
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Jewelry & Watches
Combining "Nordic" and "Suomi" (meaning "Finnish"), NORSU is both an exhibition space and a high-end shop with contemporary crafts, including jewelry and glassware.
Kaisaniemenk. 9, PL 152, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00171, Finland
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Punavuori | Ceramics/Glassware
Nounou sells beautiful colored glassware by designer Anu Penttinen.
Uudenmaank. 2, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00120, Finland
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Market
At the Old Market Hall, almost adjacent to Kauppatori, you can browse and shop for flowers, vegetables, meat, and fish.
Eteläranta, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00130, Finland
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Keskusta
This company, with several stores in and around Helsinki, is known for its classy but country-home style of ceramic dishes and other housewares, including bed linens, cushion covers, and duvet covers (the Peony design is a classic). Inventive gift items and cards are also for sale. The main store is in the Forum mall, right in the center of town.
Mannerheimintie 20, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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Neighborhood
North Esplanade Street packs in most of Helsinki's trademark design stores.
Esplanadi, Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland