Practical information

The 8th Workshop on Generalized Descriptive Set Theory takes place in Helsinki
20–22 August 2025, University of Helsinki
Contact

If you have any questions or need more information concerning the conference, please do not hesitate to contact us at: miguel.moreno 'at' helsinki.fi 

Conference venue

The conference will be held at the University of Helsinki Main building (Studium 1, F3020). Entrance: Fabianinkatu 33, Helsinki.

The main building of the University of Helsinki (venue) is easily accessible by train, metro, bus and tram. The Main railway station and the Helsinki University metro stop are a short walk away.

Recommended hotel
Places of tourist interest

Iconic Landmarks & City Sights

  • Senate Square
  • Helsinki Central Station
  • Helsinki Central Library Oodi
  • Sibelius Monument
  • Three Smiths Statue
  • Equestrian statue of Marshal Mannerheim

Architecture

  • Helsinki Cathedral (White church)
  • Uspenski Cathedral (Red church)
  • Temppeliaukio Church (Rock church)
  • Kallio Church
  • St. John's Church
  • Kamppi Chapel of Silence

Historic Islands

  • Suomenlinna Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage)
  • Seurasaari 

Nature & relaxation

  • Kaivopuisto
  • Esplanadi
  • Haaga Rhododendron Park
  • Aarre­puisto (Treasure park)
  • Hietaranta beach
  • Töölönlahti (Töölö bay)
  • Pornaistenniemi and Lammassaari (hike and birdwatching)

 

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