City Hall is located in the Kruununhaka district, overlooking Market Square,[1] at address Pohjoisesplanadi 11–13.

Completed in 1833, the building originally served as Hotel Seurahuone and was an important cultural facility hosting many premieres.

[2] Following an architectural competition the City Hall was radically remodeled by architect Aarno Ruusuvuori in 1965–70, replacing many of the old classical interiors and building modern glass-facaded insertions.

[1] City Hall hosts the Virka information service, which is open to all Helsinki residents.

The Virka gallery hosts exhibitions, concerts, and movie screenings.