Allas Sea Pool Winter Review 5 things to know

Allas Sea Pool Helsinki

Allas Sea Pool is a floating deck situated in Helsinki close to the Suomenlinna ferry port and the Helsinki sky wheel. One of the swimming pools actually gets water directly from the sea (filtered so it’s not that bad)/

In Allas there are three changing rooms a coed, female and male. There is also a restaurant in the venue if you fancy a bite to eat after your sauna swimming experience.

The restaurant, cafe, terraces and courtyard are all free to enter. You will need to purchase a wristband if you want to use the sauna or outdoor swimming pool.

Allas Sea Pool Map

Allas Sea Pool Directions

For public transport take the 2,4 or 5 tram to Allas. It is situated by Market Square close to the sky wheel. You may choose to walk to Allas as it is in the city centre. Helsinki is a walkable city and all the major tourist sights are a short walk from Allas.

1) Allas sea pool tickets

Single tickets are:

• Adults (over 12 years old) €18
• Students, pensioners and unemployed €13
• Children 3-12 €10
• Children 0-2 FREE

If you do wish to go more times there are some series and membership tickets available on the allas sea pool website. If you wish to come to Allas sea pool during peak times I would recommend booking in advance so that you are guaranteed entry. you can click here to book.

A single ticket is valid for 3 hours and is activated when you purchase at reception. You will be given a wristband to enter which you will scan through the Tunstall. This wristband also gives you access to a locker to store your belongings. If you purchased a ticket online it will activate when you head to the front desk and receive a wristband.

A towel is not included in this purchase and costs €8.50 to hire so make sure you bring your own.

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 06:30 – 21:00

Saturday 08:00 – 21:00

Sunday 09:00 – 21:00

2) Allas sea pool sauna

There are three saunas at Allas sea pool: a coed used for private events, a male sauna and changing room and a female sauna and changing room. The sauna and changing rooms are quite small and rather crowded at peak times.

To get to the sauna and swimming pool you will need to scan your wristband purchased at reception to get through the turnstile. When you leave you cut off your wristband (they have scissors conveniently provided)/

3) Helsinki Swimming Pool

There are three swimming pools at Allas Sea Pool a heated pool, a sea pool and a children’s pool.

If you are looking for an outdoor swimming pool in Helsinki then Allas sea pool may be for you. Be warned that even though I went in winter it wasn’t particularly warm however there was steam coming from the pool. It is said to be 27 degrees all year round, now 27 degrees sounds warm however I found it particularly cold (the steam was deceiving). Be warned.

They also have a swimming pool where the water is from the sea – known as the sea pool. It was super cold, I barely plunged myself in before I couldn’t hack it anymore. Honestly, some people were swimming in this pool – mind-blowing. I would definitely give this a try and I know it won’t be for everyone. What the Finns do is.

4) Allas sea pool lockers

Allas sea pool does provide lockers free of charge with your ticket. Upon purchasing your ticket from reception you will receive a wristband to enter and also to lock your locker. These lockers are oddly shaped think of a skinny L shape, it was almost as if they cut two in half. It was a tight squeeze to fit everything in however it can be done. Be sure to only bring what you need and leave unnecessary items at your hotel.

I did bring my hand luggage to Allas sea pool where they kindly popped it behind reception for safekeeping. I emailed ahead and asked if they had a place for my case. The staff were friendly and I had no problems at all.

Allas Sea Pool Winter

Allas sea pool is open all year round. In the winter it is less popular and one of the pools is closed. If you are in Helsinki during the winter be sure to check out allas sea pool if you want to experience a sauna and swimming experience in the outdoors.

It is rather cold when you walk from the changing rooms/sauna to the outdoor pool. Okay when I say cold I mean absolutely freezing.

5) Allas sea pool menu

There is also a restaurant in allas sea pool if you fancy a bite to eat. It is a beautiful seaside restaurant right in the middle of Helsinki. You can book a table here or check out the allas sea pool menu before you arrive. They also have pastries and coffee available if you just want something small and enjoy the view.

Allas sea pool sauna Helsinki

The Allas sea pool sauna is incredibly hot almost at 80 degrees! It is also rather small which I reckon is how it retains the heat so well. The saunas at Allas are located in single-sex changing rooms. As it is female only or male only some people will go in naked. It is a traditional wood-burning sauna.

Top tip: if you are finding the sauna cold you can fill up a bucket of water and use the ladel to add water to the rocks. Be warned that the heat is quite intense when you do this so put it on one at a time.

Helsinki sauna by the sea what to bring?

• A Swimming Costume – you will need to bring a swimming costume with you to use the outdoor pools. These pools are out in the open and are mixed. In the single-sex saunas, you may find people naked – this is normal in Finland just so you know.
• A Towel is not included in the price and they charge a whopping €8.50 to rent a towel so make sure you bring one with you.
• Sandals/Flip Flips to get to the outdoor pool you will need to head outside and walk along the path. Although the path helps with it being less slippy still it can be pretty slippery and rather cold on your feet. I personally took some flip-flops with me.
• Bring a beanie to wear to the swimming pool if you are coming in the winter. I found this odd however everyone in the pool was wearing a beanie and my ears were frozen. If you are coming in winter this is something you may want to bring with you.
• Only bring what you need as the lockers are small and can only fit your clothes and shoes.

What are the facilities in Allas Sea Pool

• Three Saunas: a mixed sauna (only available for private events), a male-only sauna and a female-only sauna. These are located in three disconnected buildings and here is where you will also find the changing rooms.
• Three Swimming Pools: a heated pool, a children’s pool and a sea pool. When I went in January the children’s pool was closed.
• Three Showers in the single-sex changing rooms.
• A Toilet
• Many lockers with a typical square bench in the middle
• A restaurant is located at Allas sea pool however you cannot get any service whilst using the swimming pool or sauna.

If you are looking for a modern suana with sweeping 360 views you may be interested in Loyly Sauna. With a choice of a traditional wood-burning suana or a smoky sauna. There is also an “avanto” which means a hole in the ice. If plunging into icy water isn’t up your street you can relax by a wood fire or eat in the restaurant located on-site. I’d recommend you book in advance to the Loyly sauna as it is very popular with locals and tourists, especially during the holidays and weekends.

If you are looking for a more traditional sauna and swimming experience you may be interested in Yrjonkatu Swimming Hall. This is the oldest swimming hall in Finland. Here you will have a choice of an infrared, wood burning and steam sauna as well as an indoor pool (no need to freeze at this one). As it is all indoors you can swim naked and, to be honest, everyone does. Rest assured they have women’s and men’s days so make sure you plan in advance.

For more information about Allas sea pool, you can check out their website here.