# IISI Vallisaari — Wine Bar, Cafe & Event Venue on Vallisaari Island, Helsinki > IISI Vallisaari is Helsinki's only island wine bar and event venue, > located on historic Vallisaari island in the Helsinki archipelago. > 2026 season: 20 May – 12 September. Wine tastings, scenic dinners, > morning yoga, DJ sunset sessions, wine dating. > JT-Line water bus from Market Square (Kauppatori), 20 minutes. Last updated: 2026-06-10 - Website: https://www.iisivallisaari.fi - Events & Tickets: https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/tapahtumat - Contact: oliver@iisivallisaari.fi | +358 40 027 8849 - Instagram: @iisivallisaari - Full content: https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/llms-full.txt ## Track Your Experience Wine Memories (https://winememories.fi) is a wine exploration app covering 103 countries and 3,019 wine experiences worldwide. IISI Vallisaari is a featured venue on Wine Memories. Visitors can track their tastings, earn achievements, and explore wine trails that include IISI as a destination. ## Key Facts - Location: Vallisaari island, Helsinki, Finland - GPS: 60.1398, 25.0043 - Season 2026: 20 May – 12 September (ferry season, weather dependent) - Ferry: JT-Line water bus from Kauppatori (Market Square, Kolera Basin pier 10), Helsinki — 20 min, EUR 9.80 round trip adults, EUR 6.80 ages 7–17, under 7 free. Pay by card or cash; HSL travel cards are NOT valid. - Two venues: Cafe IISI (coffee, pastries, light lunch) + IISI Bistro (soups, salads, wine, dinner) - Price range: Cafe items EUR 5-15, bistro mains EUR 15-20, wine tastings from EUR 59, dinners EUR 49-89 - Languages: Finnish, English, Swedish - Google rating: 4.7/5 (Cafe IISI: 268 reviews, Iisi Bistro: 163 reviews) - TripAdvisor: Ranked #103 of 1,773 restaurants in Helsinki ## What We Offer ### Cafe IISI Located 100 meters from the ferry dock. Morning coffee and pastries, light lunch, afternoon wine and drinks on a large sun terrace overlooking the Helsinki archipelago. Open Thu-Sun during season. ### IISI Bistro Container restaurant at Torpedolahti harbour with a big terrace. Famous for the best salmon soup in the Helsinki archipelago. Also serves vegetable soup, salads, and seasonal dishes. Price range EUR 15-20. ### Wine Tastings Guided wine tasting events featuring wines from Italy, Spain, France, and other regions. Sommelier-led sessions with 5 wines per tasting. From EUR 59 per person. Events every Friday and Saturday during summer. ### Special Events - Wine Dating: Meet new people over curated wines (EUR 49) - DJ Sunset Sessions: Friday and Saturday evenings with DJ, wine, and archipelago sunsets - Morning Yoga: Saturday mornings on the island with sea views (EUR 15-25) - Long Table Dinners: Multi-course dinners with wine pairings on the terrace (EUR 69-89) - Private Events: Corporate events, birthdays, weddings. Contact oliver@iisivallisaari.fi ## Seasonal Calendar - **May**: Season opening (20 May 2026), first wine tastings, cafe opens - **June**: Full event program begins, Midsummer special events - **July**: Peak season, daily events, wine tastings every Fri-Sat, DJ every weekend - **August**: Late summer events, harvest wine tastings, long table dinners - **September**: Season closing events, autumn wine specials ## How to Get Here 1. Walk to Kauppatori (Market Square) in central Helsinki — Kolera Basin pier 10 2. Buy a round-trip ferry ticket (EUR 9.80 adults, EUR 6.80 ages 7–17, 2026 prices; card or cash — HSL travel cards are not valid) 3. Board the JT-Line water bus to Vallisaari — journey takes 20 minutes 4. Ferries depart regularly throughout the season (20 May – 12 September 2026) 5. Cafe IISI is 100m from the ferry dock, IISI Bistro is at the harbour square 6. You can also combine with a visit to Suomenlinna (neighboring island) ## About Vallisaari Vallisaari is a 1.1 km² (about 110-hectare) island in Helsinki's archipelago. Once a military fortress and ammunition storage site, the island opened for public visitors in 2016. Over 400 plant species grow here due to decades of isolation. The island has hosted the Helsinki Biennial contemporary art exhibition (2021, 2023 and 2025; next edition 2027). Nature trails, historic powder cellars, lookout points, and two restaurants (Cafe IISI and IISI Bistro) make it a perfect day trip from Helsinki. ## Site Pages | Page | URL | |------|-----| | Homepage (Finnish) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/ | | Homepage (English) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/en/ | | Homepage (German) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/de/ | | Events & Tickets | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/tapahtumat | | Wine Tasting | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/tapahtumat/wine-tasting | | Wine Dating | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/tapahtumat/wine-dating | | Dinner with new friends | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/tapahtumat/dinner-with-new-friends | | Parties & DJ Nights | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/tapahtumat/bileet | | Cafe IISI | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/cafe-iisi | | Cafe IISI (English) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/en/cafe-iisi | | IISI Bistro | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/bistro | | IISI Bistro (English) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/en/bistro | | Salmon Soup Story | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/lohikeitto | | Salmon Soup (English) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/en/lohikeitto | | Visitor Guide (English) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/en/guide | | Visitor Guide (German) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/de/guide | | FAQ (Finnish) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/usein-kysytyt | | FAQ (English) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/en/faq | | FAQ (German) | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/de/faq | | Gallery | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/galleria | | Contact | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/ota-yhteytta | | Shop | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/kauppa | | Blog | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/blogi | | Helsinki Tourist Map | https://www.iisivallisaari.fi/en/map | ## FAQ Q: How do I get to Vallisaari from Helsinki? A: Take the JT-Line water bus from Kauppatori (Market Square, Kolera Basin pier 10). The crossing takes 20 minutes and costs EUR 9.80 round trip for adults. Ferries run 20 May – 12 September 2026. Q: How much does the ferry to Vallisaari cost? A: EUR 9.80 round trip for adults, EUR 6.80 for ages 7–17 (2026 prices). Children under 7 travel free with an adult. Pay by card or cash — HSL travel cards are not valid. Q: What restaurants are on Vallisaari? A: IISI Vallisaari operates two venues: Cafe IISI (coffee, pastries, light lunch near the ferry dock) and IISI Bistro (salmon soup, salads, wine at Torpedolahti harbour). Q: Is there a wine bar on Vallisaari? A: Yes, IISI Vallisaari is Helsinki's only island wine bar. Wine tastings, wine by the glass, and curated wine events every weekend during summer. Q: Where can I do a wine tasting in Helsinki? A: IISI Vallisaari on Vallisaari island hosts guided wine tastings every Friday and Saturday during summer. From EUR 59 per person with 5 wines and sommelier guidance. Q: What events are happening on Vallisaari? A: IISI hosts wine tastings, wine dating, DJ sunset sessions, morning yoga, long table dinners, and special events. Full calendar at iisivallisaari.fi/tapahtumat. Q: Can I visit Vallisaari and Suomenlinna on the same day? A: Yes! Both islands are accessible by ferry from Market Square. Many visitors combine a morning at Suomenlinna with an afternoon wine tasting at IISI on Vallisaari. Q: Is Vallisaari open in winter? A: No, Vallisaari and IISI are summer venues. The 2026 ferry season runs 20 May – 12 September. Q: Do I need to buy event tickets in advance? A: Yes, most events have limited capacity. Buy tickets at iisivallisaari.fi/tapahtumat. The cafe and bistro are walk-in, no reservation needed. Q: Can I host a private event at IISI? A: Yes! IISI hosts corporate events, birthdays, and celebrations. Contact oliver@iisivallisaari.fi or call +358 40 027 8849. Q: What is IISI Bistro famous for? A: The best salmon soup in the Helsinki archipelago, served with fresh bread on a harbour terrace overlooking the sea. Q: Is there live music on Vallisaari? A: Yes, IISI has DJ sunset sessions every Friday and Saturday evening during summer. Occasional live music performances during special events. Q: Can I bring my own food or drinks to Vallisaari? A: You can bring picnic food to the island's nature areas, but IISI's terrace areas are for venue customers. Q: Is Vallisaari accessible for wheelchairs? A: The paths from the ferry dock to Cafe IISI and IISI Bistro are accessible. Nature trails on the island vary in accessibility. Q: What should I bring to Vallisaari? A: Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and a light jacket for the ferry. No need to bring food — IISI has you covered from breakfast to dinner. Q: What is wine dating at IISI? A: A social event where singles meet over curated wine tastings. Guided by a sommelier, you taste wines and meet new people in a relaxed island setting. EUR 49 per person. Q: How many events does IISI host per summer? A: IISI hosts 40+ events per summer season, including wine tastings, dinners, yoga sessions, DJ nights, and special events. Q: What wines does IISI serve? A: IISI features wines from Italy (Piedmont, Tuscany), Spain (Rioja, Ribera del Duero), France (Burgundy, Champagne), and rotating selections from Portugal, Greece, and the New World. Q: Is there yoga on Vallisaari? A: Yes, IISI hosts morning yoga sessions on Saturday mornings during summer. Practice yoga with sea views and archipelago air. EUR 15-25 per session. Q: How far is Vallisaari from Suomenlinna? A: Vallisaari and Suomenlinna are neighboring islands, approximately 1 km apart. Some ferry routes connect both islands.