10 days in Helsinki & Oulu 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.

Helsinki is known for historic sites, shopping, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, admire the striking features of Helsinki Central Railway Station, hunt for treasures at Market Square Kauppatori, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church.

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London, UK to Helsinki is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 2 hours. In June, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Oulu.

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. Start off your visit on the 29th (Tue): engage your brain at Tietomaa, stroll around Hupisaaret Park, then hunt for treasures at Kauppahalli, and finally appreciate the history behind Toripolliisi. On the 30th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the landmark architecture of Oulu Cathedral, stroll around Ainolan Puisto, examine the collection at Pohjois-Pohjanmaan museo, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Nallikari Beach, and finally explore the world behind art at Oulun Taidemuseo.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Oulu online attractions planner.

You can fly from Helsinki to Oulu in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In June in Oulu, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can travel to Helsinki.

On the 1st (Thu), get in on the family fun at Linnanmaki Amusement Park.

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You can fly from Oulu to Helsinki in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. You will have some time to spend on the 2nd (Fri) before leaving for home.