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Aleksanterin teatteri

The Alexander theater, named after the Russian czar Alexander II and finished in 1879 is likely Helsinki's most beautiful venue for performance art. Occasional shows and concerts in English.

Address: Albertinkatu 32
Website: aleksanterinteatteri.fi (opens in a new tab)

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Metropolia Polytech main building
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