Location & Travel

Helsinki

Helsinki

The IVBM2018 will be held in the Finlandia Hall, located on the shore of the Baltic Sea. Helsinki is a major Scandinavian capital between East and West with kilometres of interdigitating seafront and archipelago.

Helsinki is a beautiful mixture of refreshing nature and contemporary city life with Scandinavian architecture and culture. It is very easy to get around by foot or on the efficient network of local transportation.

In the beginning of June, Helsinki offers over 18 hours of daylight and life, which extends to the Nordic white nights, when sun sets only for a moment.

Finnair x Marimekko

Traveling to Helsinki with Finnair

Finnair is the Official Airline of the IVBM2018 and offers special event fares to the meeting participants, speakers and their travel companions traveling to Helsinki for the IVBM2018. Reserve your flights: https://www.finnair.com/int/gb/ivbm-2018

The main airport is the Helsinki International Airport (IATA code: HEL), which is only 25 minutes drive or 30 minutes train ride away from the city centre. The Helsinki Airport is an award winning airport and has been selected among the best airports in Europe.

It is also possible to arrive to Helsinki by ferry from Stockholm, Tallinn and St. Petersburg. The passenger harbours are right in the Helsinki city centre.

Finlandia Hall

The Finlandia Hall is the best example of modern Scandinavian architecture and design. Designed by the world famous Finnish architect Alvar Aalto, it is a landmark of Helsinki on the shores of the Töölö Bay. Architect Aalto's grand vision and his love of natural light provides the meeting an inspiring setting. The Finlandia Hall is easy to reach from all the corners of Helsinki and after the meeting it is easy to walk back to the hotels along the Bay.

Hotels

All the official meeting hotels are close to the Finlandia Hall and it is very easy to get around by foot and by public transportation. More information here.