Practical Information

We have arranged some accommodation discounts near the conference site for conference attendees from 13-15 August 2025:

Unihomes: Töölö Towers
Book your stay at Töölö Towers and get a discounted rate using the code NIC2025 on their website: https://unihome.fi/en/book

Solo Sokos Hotel Helsinki 

Book your stay at Solo Sokos Hotel:

• Website: www.sokoshotels.fi/en – Use promotional code BNIC2025
• Phone: +358 300 870 000 (individual room reservations)
• Email: sokos.hotels@sok.fi. Please quote the allotment code NIC2025 when making a reservation. 

Booking deadline: 30 July 2025 at 4:30 PM (Finnish time)
Note: A limited number of rooms are available at the discounted rate.

Radisson RED Helsinki Hotel 

Book your stay at Radisson RED Helsinki Hotel:

• Website: www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/ – Use promotional code BNIC2025
• Phone: +358 300 870 010 (individual room reservations)
• Email: reservations.finland@radissonred.com. Please quote the allotment code NIC2025 when making a reservation. 

Booking deadline: 30 July 2025 at 4:30 PM (Finnish time)
Note: A limited number of rooms are available at the discounted rate.

Scandic Hotels
Book your stay through www.scandichotels.fi. To access the discounted rates, use the booking code CGRO.
We recommend the following Scandic locations, all within walking distance of the conference venue: Marski, Kaisaniemi, Simonkenttä and Hakaniemi. 

Omena Hotels: Lönnrotinkatu
Omena Hotels is a budget-friendly option with simple, self-service accommodation.
To access the discounted rates, use the code NICHKI25 when booking on their official website: https://www.omenahotels.com/fi/.
Note: The discount is valid only for bookings made directly on the Omena website and only for the Lönnrotinkatu location.

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the City Centre

The most affordable and efficient way to reach central Helsinki from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is by train. The airport's train station is conveniently located directly beneath the terminal, accessible via escalators and lifts from the arrivals hall.

Train Services:

• Lines: Both the I and P commuter trains operate between the airport and Helsinki Central Railway Station. Trains depart every 10 minutes during peak hours. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes. 

Ticket Information:

• Type: You will need an ABC zone ticket.
• Price: €4.40 for a single adult ticket, valid for 90 minutes across all HSL public transport modes, including buses, trams, and the metro.
• Purchase Options:
  • HSL mobile app
  • Ticket machines located on the train platform

Moving Around in Helsinki

Helsinki has an extensive, reliable, and easy-to-use public transport system operated by HSL (Helsinki Region Transport). The same ABC zone ticket purchased for the airport train is valid for 90 minutes and can be used across all modes of public transport, including:

• Trains
• Buses
• Trams
• Metro

Within Helsinki you will get by with the AB zone ticket. Tickets allow unlimited transfers within the validity period and zone coverage. For longer stays or frequent travel within the city, day tickets and multi-day options are also available.

For detailed journey planning, schedules, and additional ticket options, please visit the HSL Journey Planner.