Mariehamn Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of Åland, Finland
About Mariehamn
A youthful town, Mariehamn was founded in 1861 while Åland and Finland formed part of the mighty Russian Empire. Maria, consort of Tsar Alexander II of Russia, gave the town her name. The name Mariehamn is Swedish for Maria's harbour. Mariehamn grew up round the farming village of Övernäs, situated on a peninsula. The harbour's built-in sheltered bays came to be of great importance. The streets of Mariehamn are wide and straight. Housing sites were large from the beginning, but today they have been divided to provide space for several houses. A distinctive feature is the Esplanade, an avenue of lime (linden) trees stretching from west to east, from harbour to harbour. The Russian heritage is mainly responsible for the layout of the town. It follows the same basic guidelines as can be found
Top Attractions in Mariehamn
Explore the best things to see and do in Mariehamn:
- ★Åland Museum and Åland Art Museum
- ★Gröna udden beach
- ★Kobba Klintar
- ★Lilla Holmen
- ★Mariebad
- ★Mariehamn Museum
- ★Maritime Quarter
- ★Pommern
Where to Eat in Mariehamn
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bagarstugan Cafe och Vin
- 🍴Brasserie Ångbåtsbryggan
- 🍴Cafe Julius
- 🍴Draken Kebab
- 🍴Draken Kebab Hamn
- 🍴Draken Kebab Stan
Where to Stay in Mariehamn
- 🏨Gröna Uddens Camping
- 🏨Guesthouse Kronan
- 🏨Guesthouse Neptun
- 🏨Hotel Adlon
- 🏨Hotel Arkipelag
- 🏨Hotel Cikada
Mariehamn Travel Guide Sections
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