Cidade Turismo
Finland

Before you go

Your trip to Mariehamn.

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Mariehamn – Ilhas Åland Capital

How to get there

  • Aeroporto de Mariehamn (MHQ) Jomala · 5 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

Confirm before buying. MHQ airport is in Jomala. Ferries arrive at the western port; check whether the ticket disembarks in Mariehamn or another Åland port.

How many days

One day covers the urban core and the maritime museum; another day covers the two historic groups in Sund.

When to go

Between June and August summer usually has long days and occasional rain. From December to February it is usually cold, with few hours of daylight.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Walking serves the center. For Sund, combine bus and the final stretch or use a car; the bicycle depends on the distance you plan to pedal.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Mariehamn
  1. Morning
    History of seafaring

    Visit the Ålands sjöfartsmuseum and learn about the islands’ relationship with ocean-going sailing ships.

  2. Afternoon
    Ship and quay

    If the season allows, add the Pommern and walk along the western harbor.

  3. Late afternoon
    Between two shores

    Cross the center toward the eastern shore to perceive the city’s position between the harbors.

  4. Evening
    Mariehamn center

    Have a meal in the central core and confirm the kitchen’s opening hours before heading out on a long excursion.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

What language is found on the signs?

Swedish is Åland’s local language and guides place names.

Do all ferries disembark in Mariehamn?

No. Confirm the port shown on the ticket before organizing transfers.

Can you visit the maritime museum without a car?

Yes. The building is next to the western harbor, within walking distance from the center.

Can Sund fit in the same day as the city’s museums?

Setting aside a day for Sund leaves time for the castle interiors and the Bomarsund ruins.

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