Hietalahti, Helsinki

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Hietalahti market square.

Hietalahti (Swedish: Sandviken) is a district in the city of Helsinki, Finland.

Hietalahti is a southern district, bordering the seaside, situated between Ruoholahti in the west and Kamppi in the north. Main attractions in Hietalahti include Helsinki's most popular flea market, a luxurious hotel and a couple of seafood-themed restaurants. The Helsinki International Bible Center and a Hare Krishna organisation are also located in the Hietalahti-Ruoholahti area.