14 Off-Season European Capitals: Cheaper, Quieter, and More Authentic

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Akanksha Sharma
November 13, 2025

6. Discovering the Nordic Beauty of Helsinki

Lux Helsinki is a light festival in Helsinki that is organised annually at the beginning of January. The festival presents a diverse range of light art. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @Ninara

Helsinki, Finland's capital, is a city where winter is embraced with open arms. The off-season offers a chance to experience Finnish culture at its coziest. Visitors can indulge in the tradition of sauna, a quintessential Finnish experience, and then take a dip in the icy waters for a true Nordic adventure. The city's design district offers a glimpse into Helsinki's innovative architecture and design scene. Winter festivals and events, such as the Lux Helsinki light festival, illuminate the cityscape. The off-season also allows travelers to explore the nearby islands, like Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage site, without the summer crowds.

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