5 Best Places to Shop in Side Trips from Helsinki, Finland

At the Brunberg shop on the edge of the Old Town you can sample and buy chocolate-mint chips, chocolate-orange chips, and other combinations, as well as individually wrapped melt-in-your-mouth chocolate truffles and marshmallow kisses adored throughout the country, at the best prices in Finland. You can also visit the factory shop outside the center at Teollisuustie 19.

Onoma features work by a cooperative of Fiskars artisans, designers, and artists, one of whom is nearly always manning the shop. The selection includes exquisitely crafted wood items, candles, visual art, cards, ceramics, and hanging mobiles. An exhibition space stages shows by the same local artisans and artists.

Silver jewelry in flowing designs is available at this family-owned store and workshop.

This shops sells gorgeous glassware designed by Camilla Moberg, who lives above the shop. She is open by appointment only, so call ahead.

This shop and workshop offers the unique opportunity to observe and chat with a blacksmith at work as you peruse his wares, which include keychains, jewelry, knives, lanterns, and candle holders, which are popular at Christmas.