The organisers recommed to sign-up for the tours and dinner by the end of May to ensure a seat.


Sightseeing Tour (included in the accompanying person's fee)
Wednesday 29 June at 13:00-15:00 by bus
Fee 30 EUR (for anyone interested)

This sightseeing tour guided in English will introduce you the city's most interesting sights and attractions and give you an excellent view of Helsinki's past and present. You will discover the most important sights of Helsinki: the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, the Parliament Building and the Olympic Stadium. Stops are made at the Sibelius Monument and, if possible, at the Temppeliaukio Church, quarried out of the natural bedrock.

Opening Ceremony
Wednesday 29 June at Marina Congress Center.

City Reception
Wednesday 29 June at 19:00-20:30
The city of Helsinki welcomes the delegates of WSRM 2011 to a reception. The reception will take place at the City Hall, Pohjoisesplanadi 11-13, less than a 10 minutes’ walk (600 meters) from the Congress Venue.

Finnish Evening at the Sea
Thursday 30 June at 19:00-23:00
Fee 130 EUR

Inga Lill sailing

Finland has one of the most beautiful archipelagos in the world with more than 300.000 islands on the northern coast of the Gulf of Finland, reaching Russian border in the east and Sweden in the west.

You are invited to join a relaxing sailing cruise on board of a great old sailing ship. Enjoy the glorious scenery, glittering water and green islands and a dinner in the ship's restaurant or on some of the islands. Weather permitting you may become a crew member and race with your colleague!  Warm clothing and good shoes.

Finnish Nature & Design -tour (included in the accompanying person's fee)
Friday 1 July at 13:00-17:00
Fee 100 EUR

Vantaan koski

This afternoon tour is a fascinating combination of Finnish dishes, nature and top design.  The tour begins with a lunch in an idyllic setting by the Vantaa rapids and continues with a guided walk to admire the beautiful summer nature in a nearby island.  From the island the tour takes you to the final destination, a design outlet with shops that offer you the Finnish top design from glassware and ceramics to furniture.  Please remember to wear good shoes!

Congress Dinner
Friday 1 July at 19:00-00:00
Fee 100 EUR

The congress dinner and a dance party will be held at the Restaurant Wanha Satama. You will have a chance to enjoy the company of your colleagues at dinner and later on dance your feet off.