Founded in 1812, this is Helsinki's oldest city park originally created for public use. It is named after Catharina (Kajsa) Wahllund (1772–1843), housekeeper at the Kaisaniemi restaurant. Next to it lies the Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden with its 19th-century glasshouse, and the park itself has fountains and a sports field.
Open-air concerts and festivals are held here, and the park suits sport, picnics and families, with a playground and swings. Dogs are allowed, and there is a public toilet. Visitors usually spend from 20 minutes to three hours here. Paid parking and accessible spaces are nearby.
