Overview
Vantaa is Finland's fourth most populous city with about 240,000 inhabitants, best known as the home of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Unlike Helsinki or Espoo, Vantaa lacks a traditional city centre; its administrative hub is Tikkurila district, with other local centres in Myyrmäki, Kivistö, and Korso.
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Before you go
Connectivity
Finnish mobile operators offer good 4G/5G coverage. WiFi available at hotels, shopping centres, and Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Health
Health centres (terveyskeskus) exist in major suburbs. Peijas and Katriina hospitals serve the area. Emergency number is 112.
Money
Finland uses the euro (€). Credit cards are widely accepted. Airport and city areas have numerous ATMs.
Transport
HSL operates public transport in Vantaa. The Ring Rail connects Tikkurila, Myyrmäki, and Kivistö stations with Helsinki. Taxis available via Lähitaksi, Menevä, and app-based services like Uber and Yango.