Hesperia Esplanade

Hesperia Esplanade is an urban park and promenade stretching between Mannerheimintie and Taivallahti bay, divided into sections with diverse plant collections and spaces for outdoor activities. The grounds feature varied landscapes that invite visitors to walk and explore at their own pace.

The site began as an industrial and residential zone with factories and private homes in the 1800s before transforming into a public park in the 1930s. This shift opened the waterfront to the community.

The park holds memorials to Finnish presidents Risto Ryti and Lauri Kristian Relander, placed there in the 1990s. These monuments are woven into the daily experience of visitors walking through the grounds.

A pathway circles the bay for about 2.2 kilometers and is fully accessible to wheelchair users. The park connects to several recreational areas and children's playgrounds along the route.

A horse chestnut tree alley here represents the largest collection of these trees in Finland and northern Europe. This grove stands out and draws attention during walks through the park.

Location: Helsinki

Shares border with: Eteläinen Hesperiankatu, Pohjoinen Hesperiankatu

GPS coordinates: 60.17694,24.92333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21