A piece of history that still lives

The wind carries the smell of the salty sea with it when you arrive at Eteläranta - the heart of Helsinki, where history and the present meet. In the shelter of an old stone house, Victors Krog opens its doors.

The closeness of the sea is felt everywhere – the bustle of the market carries through the windows, and the stone walls whisper stories from past centuries. The same house that now hides Victors Krog has seen departures and big dreams in its time.

Here, at Eteläranta 16 – formerly Västra Kaje 16 – Victor Ek's travel agency sold long-distance trips to those who dreamed of a better life beyond the sea. We are honored to continue the story at the same address, in this house that has seen countless beginnings and big dreams.