Saunas & Health · Our pick in Helsinki
Kotiharju Sauna
Wood-heated, since 1928
About Kotiharju Sauna
Kotiharju, at Harjutorinkatu 1, has welcomed bathers since 1928 and is, in MyHelsinki’s words, the last genuine wood-heated traditional public sauna in Helsinki; washers, massage and cupping can be booked, and towels can be rented (MyHelsinki).
Why it's on our list
- Since 1928
- Wood-heated
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Kotiharju Sauna before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Kotiharju Sauna are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Nearest metro and tram stops
- SörnäinenM1M2100 m1 min walk
- Sörnäinen (M)Tram 1Tram 6Tram 7Tram 8Tram 1TTram 8T200 m3 min walk
- LintulahtiTram 6Tram 7250 m3 min walk
Nearest taxi ranks
- Taxi rank, Helsinginkatu100 m1 min walk
- Taxi rank, Helsinginkatu450 m6 min walk
Taxis can also be booked by app or phone.
Key sights
- Oodi1.8 kmWalk 23 minCycle 7 minCar or taxi 9 min
- Helsinki Cathedral1.8 kmWalk 23 minCycle 7 minCar or taxi 9 min
- Ateneum2.0 kmWalk 25 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
- Uspenski Cathedral2.0 kmWalk 25 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
- Market Square2.1 kmWalk 26 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 10 min
- Amos Rex2.1 kmWalk 27 minCycle 9 minCar or taxi 10 min
- Esplanadi Park2.2 kmWalk 27 minCycle 9 minCar or taxi 10 min
- Temppeliaukio Church2.3 kmWalk 29 minCycle 9 minCar or taxi 10 min
- Löyly4.1 kmCycle 17 minCar or taxi 15 min
- Helsinki Airport15 kmCar or taxi 45 min
Main railway stations
- Helsinki Central1.9 kmWalk 24 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
- Pasila1.9 kmWalk 24 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min