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The whole Baltic Sea is within your reach! You can combine different routes to create the holiday of your dreams. Book cruises, city breaks and car packages to Finland, Estonia and Sweden. Modern fast ferries and cruise ships connect Helsinki, Tallinn, Stockholm, Turku and Aland Islands. Book your cruise with Tallink Silja and discover the treasures in the Nordic.

Two nights on board and one day in Stockholm

Silja Line’s daily luxury cruises through the most beautiful archipelago are an ideal way to combine a day out in Stockholm with some great onboard leisure and dining. Experience Silja Line’s luxury cruises from Helsinki to Stockholm (two nights on board & one day in Stockholm) with great activities & entertainment, dining, spa and fantastic duty-free shopping opportunities. Silja Line has over 65 years of experience operating at sea and making unforgettable cruises between Finland and Sweden.

Day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki

If you are in Finland and visiting Helsinki don’t miss a fantastic possibility to visit Tallinn for a day! Tallinn is only 2 hours away and you can have a whole day to explore the medieval city sights! Tallink Shuttles offer up to 6 daily departures, so you can stay up to 13 hours exploring Tallinn sights.

A responsible and sustainable way to travel

Tallink Silja is awarded with the Sustainable Travel Finland label as the first shipping company in the Baltic Sea. Company is looking after climate, sea, resources and people in many ways. Find out more about the many key priorities in its operations → https://en.tallink.com/sustainability-and-environment

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• By Niko Suominen 27 January 2024 - 12 min read
• Tags: review , ferry , cruise
• Destination: Finland , Sweden

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Silja symphony review: - a memorable cruise experience.

• By Niko Suominen
• 27 January 2024 - 12 min read

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In late November, we wanted to visit Stockholm for one day. We hopped onboard Tallink's m/s Silja Symphony which is a large ferry between Helsinki and Stockholm. Despite its strict schedule, the ferry offered us an experience akin to that of a leisurely cruise ship. To get insight into the interior of the ferry and its services, read the story of our cruise and learn how we reviewed the ferry.

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In late November, we decided to take another day cruise to Stockholm . We planned to spend our remaining Amex restaurant credits in the Oxenstiernan restaurant in Stockholm and after that, to visit Stockholm's Christmas Markets . We had a discount coupon for Tallink Silja , so we chose to board Tallink's m/s Silja Symphony , a sister ferry to Silja Serenade which we had previously experienced. In this article, we detail our trip and provide a review of the ferry.

A day cruise from Helsinki to Stockholm is a convenient and cost-effective way to visit Stockholm. The ferry arrives in Stockholm at 10 am and departs back to Helsinki at 5 pm, providing 6 hours of efficient time to explore the Swedish capital .

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M/s Silja Symphony is a big Finnish-built ferry that transports passengers and cargo between Helsinki and Stockholm. It was built in 1990 in Turku, Finland and the ferry is operated by Tallink . The ferry has almost 1,000 cabins and it can carry 2,900 passengers in addition to cars and trucks. It is one of the biggest ferries sailing in the Baltic Sea and it feels like a cruise ship.

Our Cruise Experience

Last year, we had a day in Stockholm cruise onboard m/s Silja Serenade . To complete our ferry review articles, we booked our trip this time on m/s Silja Symphony which is a sister ferry to Serenade. Below, we review the services the ferry provided us.

Review of m/s Silja Serenade

Booking the trip on Tallink's website was straightforward. It functioned effectively and provided the ticket via email immediately after the payment. However, it may not always offer the most affordable rates. Due to a discount coupon we had, booking through the official channel was the best option for us this time.

Given the numerous ferries between Finland and Sweden , we advice to compare prices. Ferryscanner is a practical tool for this and it frequently finds the most affordable fares. Typically, weekdays outside the main season are the least expensive days to travel between Helsinki and Stockholm. Departing on Friday is usually the most expensive choice.

Silja Symphony departs from the Olympia Terminal in the South Harbour of Helsinki. It is accessible by tram in just 10 minutes from the Helsinki Central Railway Station. Alternatively, if the weather is favourable and you have minimal luggage, walking is a viable option as well, especially in the summer.

Upon our arrival at the terminal, we checked in using a self-service machine. The kiosk issued our boarding passes, and we were ready to board the ferry immediately. Boarding took approximately 15 minutes due to a higher number of passengers than usual.

Boarding the ferry was a pleasant experience even though the terminal is old and quite small.

Soon we were inside the ferry and the first task was to find our cabin. We had booked a small cabin in Class A which had an outside window, bathroom and two beds. Classes B and C are similar but they do not have windows and Class C is located at the bottom of the ferry. There is also Promenade Class which has a window to the central promenade of the ferry.

The lock of our cabin's door was broken. We immediately called the ship's reception by the phone in the cabin and a friendly service man came in 10 minutes and fixed the lock. After that, we were ready to explore the ferry.

Since the ferry is quite old, now and then, there are minor things that need some repair.

We were already hungry, so we began our ferry exploration by having a meal. On this occasion, we opted not to avail of the full-inclusive buffet and instead visited the ferry's self-service restaurant known as Fast Lane . We ordered burger meals with drinks, and within 5 minutes, our delicious meals were ready to be picked up. A meal cost about 25 euros/person.

The Fast Lane restaurant, like most of the ferry's amenities, was situated on the Promenade , which is a lengthy and tall corridor running through the ferry. This practical design contributes to a spacious and expansive feel aboard the ferry. We are surprised that the newer ferries departing from Helsinki are not following the same design.

Tall Promenade with glass roof makes the ferry bright.

After the meal, we felt, it was a perfect moment to explore the ferry's duty-free store. It was Black Friday, resulting in a busier store than usual. Various sales were ongoing, and it seemed that everyone had the same idea of indulging in some shopping. The tax-free store was uncomfortably crowded and we did not want to spend too much time there. Normally, people buy souvenirs, sweets, spirits, cigarettes and local products from the store.

Given that our primary intention was to visit Stockholm and not to shop extensively, we refrained from making excessive purchases. Instead, we bought some Christmas chocolates, snacks, and drinks to enjoy during our journey.

On the inbound journey, it was much more peaceful in the tax-free store.

Starlight , the nightclub of the Silja Symphony, features bars, a stage, and a casino. While the ferry offers free entertainment, there is a cost for drinks. We enjoyed an hour at the nightclub, tasting beer and Finnish lonkero while watching a cover band performing evergreen hits. Starlight is the place where the main entertainment of the ferry happens and it is also a place for dancing. The club is located at the bow of the ferry offering also a nice view outside.

We wanted to feel fresh the next morning and decided not to stay awake too long. That is why we headed to sleep in our cabin early.

In the morning, we start our day with a hearty maritime breakfast at the Grande Buffet restaurant. The buffet was situated below the Promenade and the selection was quite extensive. Regrettably, it was also crowded, but there were still numerous unoccupied seats and tables available.

As usual on the Finnish ferries, the buffet offered a wide assortment of cold and hot dishes suitable for breakfast, along with inclusive coffee, tea, and other hot beverages. Unfortunately, there were long queues, and the restaurant's layout was not very practically designed for the large number of customers. A little patience was needed but we got a stomach-filling breakfast.

After breakfast, it was time to exit the ferry and explore Stockholm. Silja Symphony arrived at 10 am at Värtahamnen Terminal in Stockholm so we took a metro from Gärdet station to the centre. It is also possible to walk to the centre in one hour if the weather is good enough.

On this occasion, we visited Stokcohlm's Old Town to experience its Christmas Market and then proceeded to another Christmas Market at Skansen. Following these outdoor activities, we enjoyed a delicious lunch, but time quickly passed, prompting us to return to the ferry to begin the inbound journey.

There were numerous other amenities aboard the Silja Symphony that we didn't have the chance to experience this time. The Promenade boasts several high-quality restaurants and bars. At the top of the ferry, there is a disco called New York Club & Lounge where you can also enjoy karaoke when the night is still young and party later. For those seeking relaxation, a visit to the ferry's spa is a recommended option. In the summer, spending time on the outer decks is a delightful choice, but during the winter, people primarily go outside for smoking.

The big selection of the services is the reason why many people come to this ferry just for relaxing. They do not even exit the ferry at Stockholm but enjoy the ferry's amenities. A day in Stockholm cruise is an inexpensive way to unwind even though you can easily spend hundreds of euros on the ferry if you avail of all the services you like.

We rate m/s Silja Symphony as a 4-star ferry, similar to our rating of m/s Silja Serenade. These ferries are nearly identical and provide the same level of service. Despite their age, they have been renovated multiple times and are still in good condition. They offer greater comfort compared even to newer ferries. Travelling aboard m/s Silja Symphony was a delightful experience which we can recommend to everyone.

Four ferries sail between Helsinki and Stockholm. M/s Silja Symphony and m/s Silja Serenade are operated by Tallink and the ferries are identical. M/s Viking Gabriella and m/s Viking Cinderella are operated by Viking Line and have different designs. Despite being of similar age, the ferries offer distinct experiences.

We appreciate Tallink's Stockholm ferries' pleasant design, featuring the tall Promenade through the ship. This design creates a lively atmosphere akin to a large shopping mall and a combined hotel. Conversely, m/s Viking Gabriella is smaller and more traditional, a quality that many, including ourselves, appreciate. The different concepts make it challenging to compare the ferries. M/s Viking Cinderella is a new addition to the route, and although it is also old, we have heard many positive reviews about it.

If we were to select the best ferry between Helsinki and Stockholm, we might lean towards m/s Silja Symphony . However, the competition is tough.

Review of m/s Viking Grace from Turku to Stockholm

Review of m/s Baltic Princess from Turku to Stockholm

We knew what to expect when we boarded m/s Silja Symphony. The ferry fulfilled our expectations and we had only a little to complain. To broken door lock was an unfortunate event and the passengers in the cabin next to us were noisy. Luckily, all the services provided by the ferry worked well and the crew were friendly.

The weather was good and the winds were calm. Sometimes, the Baltic Sea is surprisingly stormy. Even though the ferries can operate in rough weather too, the sail may become a little uncomfortable. If you become early seasick, the shorter route from Turku to Stockholm may be a better choice.

Have you sailed onboard m/s Silja Symphony. Was your experience pleasant? Comment below.

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Silja Serenade Review Silja line Helsinki to Stockholm Cruise

I did the overnight cruise from Helsinki to Stockholm, had a day in Stockholm and then cruised it back to Helsinki. This was on the Silja Serenade cruise, part of the Tallink Silja Line ships. This was a gifted stay .

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Overnight cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki

Tallink Silja line offers an overnight cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki, and Helsinki to Stockholm. The ship leaves at 17:00 and arrives at 10:00 the following day.

Is it your first time in Helsinki? Check out my travel guide to Helsinki here .

Helsinki to Stockholm Cruise

The Silja Serenade part of the Silja line holds 2852 passengers with 986 cabins, 7 restaurants and 6 bars. It can also hold 395 cards on board. This cruise will take you from Helsinki to Stockholm and Stockholm to Helsinki.

On the Silja Serenade, there are many restaurants including a breakfast and dinner buffet in the Grande Buffet, a casino, gift shops and a spa on board.

Make sure you check out the 143m long unique walking street known as the promenade (the middle aisle of the cruise ship) where you will find all the shops and restaurants located on level 7.

Silja Serenade Deck Plan

Silja Serenade Cabins

There is a choice of:

• Executive Suite – Spacious and luxurious, 75m2 executive suite on deck 11 with beautiful furnishings. The Executive Suite has an attractive living room area, a bedroom with a double bed and it’s ownsauna with a jacuzzi. Also included is a bottle of ship’s champagne, refreshments, cabin service and a special breakfast in Bon Vivant restaurant.
• Junior Suite – There are only three stylish Junior suites located on deck 9, which have interior design themes of spring, summer and autumn. Junior suites have a cosy living room with a sofa, a bedroom with a double bed and a bathroom with a jacuzzi (bathrobes, slippers and towels included). Also included is a small bottle of the ship’s champagne, cabin service and Bon Vivant breakfast.
• Commodore – Beautiful, spacious and luxurious cabins for 1-2 people on decks 10 and 11. The cabins are located in a separate section at the front of the ship. Cabins have a double bed and a cosy living room area. Bon Vivant breakfast and complimentary refreshments are included in the price. Some of the cabins have a balcony.
• DeLuxe – Elegant and spacious cabins for two people on deck 11. A choice of Seaview or promenade. The DeLuxe cabins with a sea view have an extra bed for a child under 17 years. Cabins have a double bed (separable), flat screen TV, trouser press, and complimentary refreshments in the minibar. Also included is a special breakfast served in Tavoláta restaurant.
• Family Class and Moomin Family Class – Spacious and freshly decorated cabins for families with a sea view or view of the Promenade. Cabins have a flat-screen TV and a fridge with complimentary refreshments.
• A Class – High-class cabin with a sea view, there is a TV in the cabin, and the lower beds can be converted into a double bed. Cabins are available for the disabled and people travelling with pets.

• Promenade – windows overlooking the promenade, there is a TV in the cabin, and the lower beds can be converted into a double bed. Cabins can be for the disabled and people with allergies.
• B Class – some cabins are for people with allergies or people travelling with pets.
• C Class – some cabins are for people with allergies or people travelling with pets.
• Special Cabins – for people with allergies

To get into your cabins you will receive a pass, like a hotel key card but made from paper. This tells you what level your cabin is as well as the nearest lift and of course your cabin number. For example, if your room is 10212, 10 is the level of your cabin, 2 is the number of the nearest lift and then 10212 will be the number of your cabin.

You will need to keep your card with you as this gets you in your cabin and gives you access to the buffet or any food if purchased beforehand. It works like a standard hotel room.

Moomin Cabins

Both the Silja Serenade and the Silja Symphony have family cabins with sea views decorated with Moomin characters.

Tallink Silja Line is the official sea carrier of Moomin and Santa Claus.

Silja Seranade Restaurants

Tavolàta ristorante italiano.

Tavolàta is the ship’s only Italian restaurant. The heart of the restaurant is the Salumeria, where most of the antipasti on the menu are prepared. This place is perfect for the whole or a group of friends to wind down after a busy day. Check out the menu here .

Happy Lobster

If you love seafood this is the place for you. The happy lobster on board the Silja Serenade is a famous fish and shellfish restaurant on the Baltic Sea. All the seafood is fresh as the chef prepares the menus depending on the catch of the day. You can check out the menu here .

Grill House

The grill house offers a variety of delicious dishes to try. Here is the menu.

Bon Vivant, Wine bar & shop

If you are looking for some fine dining check out Bon Vivant, a modern restaurant with seasonal-themed menus. They have a Nordic menu prepared by the chefs and are considered a seasonal masterpiece – not to be missed by any culinary lovers.

Silja Serenade Fast Lane Menu

Looking for a quick bite? then check out the fast lane restaurant. Prices are reasonable whether you are looking for a fast food meal or a pastry. You can check out the menu here .

Coffee & Co.

Looking to wind down with a cup of coffee and maybe a pastry? Head to Coffee & Co. where they serve the freshest coffee and delicious cakes.

The Sea Pub is down the rear of the promenade with stunning sea views. Be sure to check the sea pub on the Sija Serenade in the evenings as there will be live music.

Promenade Bar

The promenade bar is a fabulous place to wind down while catching up with friends. This is a perfect place to relax if you are waiting for a table in one of the restaurants such as the grill house or the happy lobster.

Starlight is a two-floor show restaurant where you can enjoy entertainment for the evening while eating or drinking. Inside is also a casino if you are feeling lucky. Starlight is where you will find the entertainment for the evening.

New York Club & Lounge

New York Club & Lounge is a restaurant which turns into a club at night. In the early evening, there is some karaoke if you’re up for it and in the evening there is a live DJ. The New York Club & Lounge is on level 13 and therefore has amazing sea views as you eat your dinner. Here you can enjoy your favourite cocktail and dance all night long.

Silja Serenade Buffet

Grande buffet.

There is a huge choice available for the breakfast buffet on board the Silja Serenade. From fruit to crepes and hot foods like bacon and eggs. This is for €17 per person. It runs from 7-9.30 am (it closes 30 minutes before it is due to arrive at port). Also included in the price are drinks: tea, coffee, juices and soft drinks.

The dinner buffet on the Silja Serenade has a lot of options including a station dedicated to vegans. Also included in the dinner buffet are wine and beer as well as juices, soft drinks, tea and coffee. The cost for the dinner buffet is €45 per person. Part of the dinner buffet on board the Silja Serenade is the dessert station. Here there is a choice of many flavours of Ice Cream such as chocolate and strawberry as well as mango sorbet. They have a chocolate fondue machine and marshmallows – so bad but tastes so good!

Silja Serenade Shopping

Tax free superstore.

The duty-free shop is the largest tax-free shopping mall at sea. Here you will find a vast selection of alcohol including spirits, beer and wine as well as cigarettes. Also on offer are some Nordic treats and beauty brands such as Estee Lauder, Chanel and Givenchy.

This is the first floating store of Marimekko and a very popular finish brand. With a selection of bags, clothes and accessories you will surely be spoiled for choice. In this store, there are designs with a special pattern just for the Tallink Silja line ships.

Tommy Hilfiger

Tommy Hilfiger is a well-known US brand which offers clothes for men, women and children. In this store, it is 30% cheaper than in land stores.

A store for you guessed it all the luxury products. From jewellery to sunglasses and even luggage can be purchased from this store. You can find brands like Samsungnite, Ray-Ban and Swarovski here.

Shop at fashion for 20% off than shops on shore. Here you will find the lasted clothes and accessories for men and women at affordable prices. Brands such as Superdry, ECCO and Vagabond can be found in the fashion store.

A store perfect for souvenirs. Here you can purchase magnets, postcards, key rings everything you need to remember your Nordic adventure.

Moomin shop-in-shop

Did you know that the Tallink Silja is the official sea carrier of Moomin?

If you have no idea what Moomin are they were created by Tove Jansson a writer and illustrator from Finland. There is a series of nine books and it was even made into a TV series. Moomins are white creatures with large snouts that make them look like a hippopotamus however they are trolls.

In the Moomin shop, you can buy everything Moomin – I found the plushies to be adorable.

Kids & toys

Kids and Toys is a children’s store with a selection of legos, clothing, stuffed animals and clothing for children. There are some good quality clothes here like Mayoral along with Levi’s clothing for teenagers.

Silja Serenade Spa – Sunflower Oasis

The Silja Serenade spa is called the sunflower oasis. It is situated on deck 12 and is considered a tropical paradise for the whole family. There is a jacuzzi, sauna and pool bar. There are also private saunas available for 1-10 people. During the summer months, the sun deck outside is open.

Cost of the Silja Serenade spa:

• €8 Children aged 6-11
• €3 Children 0-5
• It is not recommended for children under 1-year-old this is due to the heavily chlorinated pools.

Silja Serenade Private saunas cost:

• €85 per hour for a Family Sauna (1-5 persons) extra hour of €60
• €175 per hour for a Group sauna (max. 10 persons) extra hour €120
• €6 Swimming suit
• €1 Extra towel

Silja Serenade Wifi

There are two different types of wifi onboard depending on your cabin type, premium or standard. I used the standard wifi and it worked well however it does cut out after a while of not using it. I also struggled to connect to wifi in my room. I did try with my Android and it worked well throughout the ship so I am thinking it may be an iPhone issue.

I was pleasantly surprised with the speed of the wifi as it never lagged when I was using social media or replying to emails. The password is on your pass.

Silja Line Entertainment

There is entertainment onboard in the evenings which you can watch (as these are included in your ticket). From Helsinki to Stockholm I watched a Queen tribute act and from Stockholm to Helsinki I watched an Abba tribute performance. Both shows were 45 minutes long and you had a choice of watching it at 19.30 or 21:00. The shows change often so you may have something completely different.

Silja Serenade Children Activities

Head to Silja Land a playroom with lots of fun games and toys to keep your children entertained during the cruise. In Silja land, you can also find an ice cream bar – delicious!

Meet a Moomin

In the early evening, you can get a chance to meet a Moomin! Head to Starlight and see if you can spot him.

Meet Harry the Seal

You can have your chance of meeting Harry the Seal on board the Silja Serenade from Helsinki – Stockholm.

Silja Serenade line Helsinki to Stockholm Timetable

Click here for Silja Serenade Line Helsinki to Stockholm Timetable. All departure and arrival times are given in local time. (Sweden is one hour behind Finland).

How to book the Silja line Helsinki to Stockholm Cruise

Silja serenade vs silja symphony.

These cruise ships are both part of the Tallink Silja Line. They are very similar cruise ships however some restaurants and shops will differ.

Tallink Silja Serenade Review

This was my first cruise experience and it did not disappoint. The cabins were comfortable and clean however it was particularly rocky from Helsinki to Stockholm. The cruise is in the Baltic Sea and the weather conditions for that day weren’t great however coming back from Stockholm to Helsinki was relativity smooth. Do bear this in mind if you are thinking of booking a cruise and if you do suffer from seasickness make sure you bring appropriate medicines with you.

I feel that an overnight cruise is a great way to make the most out of your vacation and experience a cruise ship too. If you are thinking of heading to Stockholm the Silja Serenade may be a great option.

For reference, I stayed in the A-class cabin and ate at the Grande Buffet for breakfast and dinner. Watched the entertainment in the evening with my friends.

Silja Line Helsinki Tallinn Day Trip

If you would like to visit Tallinn from Helsinki you can also do so with the Tallink Silja Line. This journey only takes 2 hours so you can do a day trip to Tallinn Estonia if you want. Many people do opt for this as Estonia is a lot cheaper than Finland and is another beautiful country to visit.

A sample itinerary: Leave Helsinki at 10.30 and arrive at Tallinn at 12.30. You will have 7 hours to explore Estonia. The cruise will leave Tallinn at 19.30 and arrive at Helsinki at 21.30.

Click here to book your day trip to Tallinn.

Stockholm to Tallinn cruise

This cruise ship is called the Baltic Queen. It holds 2800 passengers and has 927 cabins, 12 decks, 5 restaurants and 7 bars. it departs every other day 18:00 Tallinn – 10.30 Stockholm. 17:30 Stockholm – 10.45 Tallinn. Interested? take a look at the tickets here .

Helsinki to Tallinn cruise

Helsinki to Tallinn cruise is another popular affordable option if you want to see another country in a day. Yes, you can do a day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki. The ferry takes two and a half hours each way so it doesn’t give you a lot of time in Tallinn.

Silja Serenade Line Sustainability Green Values

• All vessels sailing under Tallink and Silja Line brands have ISO 14001:2015 certificate by Lloyds Register. High-level international environmental management certificate (voluntary for companies)
• Wastewater or spill waters are never pumped into the sea
• Low Sulfur fuel is used on board and real-time fuel consumption monitoring systems are in use
• First Cruise company in the world to offer MSC-certificated shrimp and herrings *Golden Fish Award 2018
• Baltic Sea real-time water quality measurement laboratory on Silja Serenade
• Vegan and locally produced food onboard
• On-shore power used in harbour visits
• Vacuum auto-mooring equipment used in harbours
• To recognize a tourism company that takes sustainability seriously.
• Tallink Silja renewed the STF label for another 2 years 2021-2023
• The label is awarded to companies undergone the Sustainable Travel Finland program and fulfilled the criteria.
• Tallink Silja is the first ferry company in the Baltic Sea to receive the STF Label!

*Information is taken from the Tallink Silja Website

Resources for visiting Helsinki

Looking for things to do? Check out GetYourGuide or Viator for affordable tours and activities.

For hostels use Hostelworld . They have a feature where you can chat with people going to your hostel before you get there. If you looking to stay in a hostel I would recommend The Yard Hostel Helsinki it’s affordable and has a great central location.

If you want a hotel or apartment use Booking.com or Agonda . I search both sites and book with whichever has the best deal.

Download the HSL website/app for public transport around Helsinki. I’d advise getting the app before you arrive if you plan to use any train or tram in Helsinki. You can also get day/weekly passes through the app. To and from Helsinki airport you will need an ABC ticket which currently costs €4.10 one way. Make sure you purchase your ticket BEFORE you go on any public transport.

If you want to drive, look at Rentalcars.com to compare car rentals worldwide.

RailEurope helps you to compare train prices and gives you live departure times.

Use Flixbus for buses for a cheaper alternative to trains.

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Silja Galaxy ferry

Cruise line TALLINK-SILJA LINE (Ferries)

Silja Galaxy ferry current position

Silja Galaxy ferry current location is at North Sea (coordinates 52.41066 N / 4.86301 E) cruising en route to Amsterdam. The AIS position was reported 5 minutes ago.

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Silja Galaxy ferry Review

Review of silja galaxy ferry.

MS Silja Galaxy ferry is a Ro-Ro passenger vessel operated by the Estonia-based company TALLINK-SILJA LINE . The ship has a max capacity of 2800 passengers and 600 cars plus 75 trucks/trailers. The vessel was launched in 2006 and currently operates on the Sweden-Finland ferry route Stockholm -Aland Finland (Langnas)- Turku (crossing time 10,5 hours).

IMPORTANT : In the end of July 2022, Tallink Grupp announced two 7-month charter agreements with The Netherlands for the ships Silja Galaxy and Silja Europa (hired with Tallink's technical crew only), with optional 3-month extensions. Silja Galaxy was been chartered from September 20, 2022, and Silja Europa from August 20th. During the charter period, both cruiseferries served as hotel ships.

As cruise ferry, Silja Galaxy has 927 cabins (double and quads/max capacity 4 passengers) with a total of 2500 berths, all located on decks 5, 8 and 9. All staterooms are air-conditioned, with en-suite bathrooms and are both inside and outside. The ferry company provides bed linens, towels, and toiletries. Some staterooms are wheelchair-accessible (adapted for disabled passengers). Cabins for passengers with allergies and passengers traveling with pets are also available. Room service can be ordered 4 days prior departure.

All cabins are with bunk beds (wall-mounted), en-suite bathrooms (angled sink, wall-mounted toilet, shower cubicle, hairdryer). Baby crib and potty (1 per cabin), as well as bedsides/rails (2 per cabin), are provided complimentary upon request.

Cabin categories include:

• (Decks 8-9) Executive Suite / double cabin (size 24-31 m2 with balcony) - double bed, sofa, armchairs, WC, shower, TV, refrigerator, complimentary minibar, phone. Special in-cabin breakfast and refreshments (soft drinks and fruits) are included in the "Europa 22 hour" mini-cruise fares.
• (Decks 8-9) Junior Suite / double cabin (size 26-31 m2) - slanted windows, separate bedroom, sofa, double bed, armchairs, WC, shower, TV, minibar, mirrored vanity table (writing desk with stool), refrigerator, phone. Special in-cabin breakfast and refreshments (soft drinks and fruits) are included in the "Europa 22 hour" mini-cruise fares.
• (Decks 8 -9) Deluxe / double cabin (size 11-14 m2) - windows, double bed (non-convertible to twins), sofa, WC, shower, TV, phone, refrigerator, complimentary minibar. Special in-cabin breakfast and refreshments (soft drinks) are included in the fares.
• (Deck 9) Premium Cabin (Double Outside, size 9 m2) - porthole window, double bed (non-convertible to twins), WC, shower, TV, mirrored vanity table (writing desk with stool), refrigerator. Special breakfast is included in the fares.
• (Deck 5) Family Cabins (2 connecting inside cabins, capacity 4-8 persons) - 2 porthole windows, 2 bathrooms (WC, shower), 2 lower bunk beds, 4 upper bunk beds, 2 sofabeds, 2 TVs.
• (Decks 5-8-9) A Double (outside cabin, size 9 m2) - window, double bed, WC, shower, TV.
• (Decks 5-8-9) A-Class Cabin (Quad Outside, size 9-10 m2) - porthole window, 1 lower bunk bed, 1 sofabed, 2 upper bunk beds, WC, shower, TV. Cabins for allergic passengers are also available.
• (Decks 5-8-9) B-Class Cabin and E-Class Cabin (Quad Inside, size 9 m2) - no window, 1 lower bunk bed, 1 sofabed, 2 upper bunk beds, WC, shower. Some cabins are adapted for passengers with allergies and passengers with pets.
• (Deck 5) Allergy Cabins are in categories Family (4x), A-Class (9x) and B-Class (17x) each with WC, shower, TV.
• (Deck 5) Handicap Cabins (for disabled passengers) are in category A-Class Outside (size 13 m2), each fitted with 2 lower beds (fixed), WC, shower, TV, wider doors (for wheelchair access).
• (Deck 5) Pet Cabins (for passengers with pets) have capacity 2-4 persons, WC, shower, TV, linoleum flooring. Pet cabins are available in categories A-Class, B-Class and C-Class.

On Deck 2 are located most of the staff fand crew cabins.

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 min prior to homeport arrival. Passenger registration ends 1 hour prior ferry departure.

Shipboard dining and entertainment options

As facilities, the Silja Galaxy ferry offers:

• On Deck 7 are located most of the ship's dining venues - Grill House, Buffet Restaurant, Pub Bar, Alex Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Starlight Palace Restaurant, Joe's Place Pub, Happy Lobster.
• (Deck 7) Buffet Silja Line (Self-Service Restaurant) offers Scandinavian and international dishes, soft drinks, tea, coffee, wine and beer, which are all included in the buffet meals price. The buffet restaurant has several theme-food stations, including Grill, Cold Table (meats, seafood), Green Market (Salads), Warm Dishes, Desserts.
• (Deck 7) Grill House offers steakhouse food specialties.
• (Deck 7) Joe's Place Pub offers various beverages, classic pub snacks, small stage (for live performances by guest musicians).
• (Deck 7) Happy Lobster offers fresh fish and seafood. The menu is based on the day's catch. Brunch is also served here.
• (Deck 7) Tavolata Ristorante Italiano serves traditional Italian food specialties, Deli items, premium olives, Roi Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
• (Deck 7) Piano Bar offers live music performances, coffee drinks, cocktails.
• (Deck 7) Cigar Club is a classy smoking lounge with leather armchairs and a selection of premium cigars and cigarettes.
• (Decks 6 and 7) Starlight Palace is a 2-deck entertainment complex with show lounge (dance floor, grand stage / lower level) and a panoramic restaurant (capacity 956 seats, with floor-ceiling windows).
• Onboard entertainment options include live performances by local music bands, party games, quizzes, music parties, bingo, karaoke.
• (Deck 6) Coffee & Co (Cafeteria / Patisserie / Coffee Bar) offers cold and warm beverages, light snacks (including fresh-baked pastries, yogurts, fruit smoothies, sweet crepes) and meals (made-to-order food and ready-made options). Coffee drinks are fresh-brewed (from freshly ground beans). The Cafe also has a takeaway desk.
• (Deck 6) Moonlight Bar offers local dance music and karaoke.
• (Deck 5) Conference Department (opening hours 9 am - 9 pm) has all 9 different conference rooms with combined capacity 450 seats. The largest meeting room has 324 seats. All rooms are fitted with the latest technology presentation equipment. there is a separate lobby area. Conference facilities are closed during peak season (mid-June through mid-August) as the area is built into "Summer Center" (play area for kids-themed activities).
• (Deck 5) Kids Harbour / Childrens Playroom is the ship's indoor playground area fitted with TV (for watching cartoons), Ball Pit Pool, craft tables. On each cruise, kIds here meet the cartoon character Moomin and the SILJA LINE mascot Harri Hylje (Harry the Seal). Also here is the PlayStation Lounge (separate room for video games and arcade machines).
• (Deck 6) Tax Free Shop is a duty-free store selling special occasion gifts and souvenirs, alcohol (brand spirits, wines), tobaccos, luxury-brand perfumes and cosmetics, jewelry, watches, sunglasses, leather goods, confectionery, fashion clothing and accessories, toys, electronics and gadgets, gourmet sweets, Deli food, handmade teas and spices. Special offers (shopping promotions) are offered on each ferry crossing. Payments can be made in cash or via bank cards (VISA, MasterCard, EuroCard).
• (Deck 6) Cosmetic Boutique sells luxury perfumes, cosmetics, skincare products.
• (Deck 6) Gifts & Toys Shop sells fashion clothing (for adults and kids), designer jewelry, cosmetics, gadgets and electronics, gifts, souvenirs, toys.
• (Deck 7) Fashion Street Boutique sells designer clothes and accessories (Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, Esprit, Superdry, Marc O' Polo, Desigual).
• (Deck 5) Beauty Salon offers professional services by certified cosmeticians, hairdressers and masseuses (face and body treatments, hair styling and coloring, manicure, pedicure). Reservations are required 24 hours prior departure.
• (Deck 2) Sauna Department has 2 reserved saunas, unisex public saunas, bar, swimming pools (for kids and adults).
• (Decks 6 and 7) Casino has gaming tables (roulette, poker) and slot machines.
• (Lobby Deck 6) Wi-Fi service, ATM / cash machine (next to Information Desk / Reception). Nurse can be also reached via Reception Desk. Small lockers are available for valuables.
• (Deck 10) Zenith Disco Nightclub (capacity 90 seats) offers DJ hits, club music, party quizzes. On Deck 10 is also the ship's Navigation Bridge.
• Sun Decks (10 and 11) are outdoor deck areas.

Midship on the top deck (Heli Deck 12) there is a helipad - helicopter landing area used in cases of emergency.

All onboard emergency instructions are displayed in staterooms, on the TV screens and at the ship's assembly stations (aka muster stations). Life jackets are issued at the assembly stations. In case of emergency, the use of elevators / passenger lifts is forbidden.

TALLINK-SILJA LINE deals

2-day cruise deals ("Europa 22 hour") are offered only shuttle ferries with departures from Helsinki (embarkation 8 am) to Tallinn (disembarkation 12:10 pm on the next day).

On all Tallink-Silja ships (excepting shuttle ferries) is available Room Service with a la carte priced special occasion gifts, sweets and beverage menus. However, cabin services must be ordered 4 days prior departure.

Onboard Conference Rooms are equipped with data projectors and white screens, and available for booking with group rates (extra charge pp). The room must be booked for at least 2 hours, and for a minimum of 10 persons. Catering (snack package or buffet meals, also refreshments) can be booked additionally.

Smoking on the ship is prohibited in all cabins, restaurants, bars and lounges, corridors, elevators, stairwells. Smoking on the ship is allowed at designated areas and only on outdoor decks (look for "Smoking Area" signs).

"Collect and Save" program is based on collecting stickers with onboard purchases (on all Tallink-Silja ships stores). The program allows purchasing of selected products at up to 57% discount prices. With every purchase (min value EUR 10), the passenger receives 1 sticker (to be glued inside a campaign folder). By the "Collect and Save" campaign, passengers can buy different products after collecting 10, 20 or 30 stickers. These products are handed out and paid at the Info Stand or at the ship's shops. The "Collect and Save" offers are limited to a time period, or until select products are out of stock.

"Club One" is the company's loyalty program rewarding passengers travelling frequently with Tallink-Silja ferries. By the program are accrued bonus points - based on ferry tickets and onboard purchases), but also on Tallink Hotels rooms booked via Tallink-Silja. The program has 3 levels (Bronze, Silver, Gold) determined by the bonus points. Bonus points can be used for booking voyages, getting onboard shopping and dining discounts, Tallink Hotels ( Tallinn and Riga ) 10% discount plus benefits, Tallink Takso (Tallinn) 5% discount, Europark (Helsinki) 15% car parking discount.

Garage Decks are numbers 3 and 4. On Deck 1 is the Engine Room (extending to Deck 2) and other technical rooms. On Deck 2 are the ferry's Spa (Sauna Rooms, Swimming Pool), technical rooms, crew cabins and facilities (dining / bar lounge, mess hall), the Brig (ship jail). Car Deck 4 has a hydraulic mobile platform, which (when lowered) divides it horizontally and doubles its passenger car capacity.

Follows a list of car deck-related safety procedures:

• Disabled passengers or those requiring specific assistance should visit the ship's Information Desk (open 24-hours).
• Apply handbrake and place the vehicle in park or 1st gear position. Switch off the ignition, alarm, electrical equipment, headlights. Gas cylinders, if any, must be switched off. Lock the vehicle.
• From your vehicle take only valuables and essential hand baggage.
• Make a note of your vehicle's location and garage deck number / stairway before leaving the car deck.
• Access to the ship's vehicle (cargo) decks during the voyage is prohibited.
• Smoking on vehicle decks, as well as in cabins and passenger lounges is forbidden.
• Wait for the onboard announcement before returning to your vehicle.
• In order to avoid air pollution, don't start the engine until instructed.

The shipowner Tallink ( fleet , 1989-founded, headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia ) is an Estonian shipping company that operates Baltic Sea cruise ferries and RoPax vessels with direct services connecting Estonia with Finland and Sweden. and Sweden with Finland and Latvia.

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The cruise ferry Galaxy operated the Finland-Estonia route Helsinki - Tallinn in the period 2006-2008, and since July 2008 is deployed on the route Stockholm-Aland-Turku. Vessel's construction started on April 21, 2005 (keel-laying at Aker Yards, Rauma Finland ). The ship was launched and christened on December 1, 2005, delivered to TALLINK on April 18, 2006, and entered service on May 2, 2006.

The ship is powered by 4x Wartsila marine diesel engines (model 16V32, combined output 32 MW). The propulsion system includes 4x bow thrusters (combined output 7,2 MW). The hull is ice-strengthened (class 1A Super) which allows year-round operations on Baltic Sea routes with extreme ice conditions.

During drydock refurbishment , 2019 (at Klaipeda Shipyard, Lithuania ) were done complete renovations of all cafes, bars, and restaurants (including new furniture and carpeting). Renovations also received the kids' playground, shopping areas, corridors-stairways-hallways (new carpeting), Business Lounge (carpets, TVs), all Public Restrooms. Along with general maintenance works, the ship's propulsion system was upgraded. To the propellers were added EnergoProFin - Wartsila-made propeller cap with fins rotating together with the propeller. The unit serves as an additional screw and reduces energy loss and underwater noise-vibrations. The cruise ship was also fitted with a latest-generation navigation system. By Tallink Grupp's Ship Renewal Programme are regularly refurbished all vessels in the fleet. Program's budget for the period 2013-2018 was nearly EUR 80 million.

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