Kämp Galleria

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Kämp Galleria

Tucked between Esplanadi and Aleksanterinkatu, Kämp Galleria focuses on fashion, with a mix of Finnish labels and international brands. It’s more upmarket than other malls in the city, with clean design, slower pace, and some good personal service. There’s also a small but well-curated food court downstairs.

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addressPohjoisesplanadi 33, Helsinki
openingHoursMon–Fri 8am–8pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 11am–6pm
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