Helsinki Entertainment

  1. Juttutupa

    West of Hakaniemi metro station is one of Helsinki's top live music bars, focusing on contemporary jazz and rock fusion. The best day is Wednesday, when there's nearly always a high-quality jazz act, but at any time it's a nice towering stone building looking out over a bay of the harbour, with a terrace and a couple of restaurants.

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  2. On the Rocks

    Across the square from the train station, this cheerful bar has a great summer terrace and pool table, and a rock'n'roll theme. Downstairs is a dark, moody club, which has frequent live rock music, nightly DJs and even a fountain. .

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  3. Rosegarden

    On Iso-Rooberinkatu is a growing list of clubs showcasing the latest in cool Helsinki nightlife. We Got Beef (679 268; Iso-Rooberinkatu 21; ; - Sun-Tue, - Wed-Sat) and Rosegarden are two worth checking out for DJ club music, drum & bass, dancing or lounging.

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  4. Storyville Jazz Club

    This is one of Helsinki's best jazz clubs, housed in a converted coal cellar. A mature, whisky-sipping crowd enjoy the traditional, Dixieland, swing and New Orleans jazz most nights. There's also a romantic terrace here, open later than any others are allowed to be. Locals say that's because Parliament House is next door.

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  5. Tavastia & Semi-final

    There's always something happening at Finland's biggest rock music club. Live bands, including international acts, hit the stage in this hangar-sized venue. Also check out what's on at Semi-final (same contact and opening times), the smaller sister venue.

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  7. We Got Beef

    On Iso-Rooberinkatu is a growing list of clubs showcasing the latest in cool Helsinki nightlife. We Got Beef and Rosegarden (Iso-Rooberinkatu 10; ; - Wed-Sat) are two worth checking out for DJ club music, drum & bass, dancing or lounging.

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