10 days in Finland Itinerary

Finland's largest and most populated metropolis, the maritime town of Helsinki boasts varied architecture, a lively cafe culture, and plethora of picturesque natural delights.

Get outdoors at Nuuksio National Park and Ekenas Archipelago National Park. Museum-lovers will get to explore Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 65°F in June, and nighttime lows around 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can go by car to Porvoo.

Porvoo, one of Finland's oldest and prettiest towns, boasts cobbled streets, famous red-brick warehouses, and a charming river.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): contemplate the long history of The Runeberg Home, get to know the fascinating history of Castle Hill, then admire the striking features of Cathedral of Porvoo, then examine the collection at Porvoo Museum/Holm House, and finally don't miss a visit to Porvoo Old Town.

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You can drive from Helsinki to Porvoo in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 65°F, and evening lows to 50°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): hike along The Archipelago Trail, then explore the galleries of Turku Castle, and then contemplate the long history of Turku Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo and then get engrossed in the history at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova.

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You can drive from Porvoo to Turku in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or fly. In June in Turku, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 47°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to drive to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): see the interesting displays at Terranova, then examine the collection at Pohjanmaan Museo - Osterbottens Museum, and then steep yourself in history at Stromso.

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Getting from Turku to Vaasa by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: fly; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 62°F in June, and nighttime lows around 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Oulu.

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. On the 10th (Mon), tour the pleasant surroundings at Nallikari Beach, examine the collection at Turkansaaren Ulkomuseo, then take in the exciting artwork at Pohjoisen Valokuvakeskus, then hunt for treasures at Kauppahalli, and finally appreciate the history behind Toripolliisi. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Tue): admire the masterpieces at Oulun Taidemuseo, walk around Ainolan Puisto, see the interesting displays at Pohjois-Pohjanmaan museo, then admire the striking features of Oulu Cathedral, and finally have some family-friendly fun at Oulu Climbing Centre.

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Getting from Vaasa to Oulu by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. In June, plan for daily highs up to 61°F, and evening lows to 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to take a train to Rovaniemi.

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

On the 12th (Wed), stop by Your Piece Of Finland, take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, and then explore the different monuments and memorials at German Soldier s Cemetery.

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You can take a train from Oulu to Rovaniemi in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. June in Rovaniemi sees daily highs of 60°F and lows of 46°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can travel back home.