10 days in Helsinki & Rovaniemi 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.

Pack the 28th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Helsinki is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Gulf Standard Time (GST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a -2 hour difference. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Dubai in March, with highs in Helsinki at 3°C and lows at -5°C. You will have some time to spend on the 29th (Fri) before leaving for Rovaniemi.

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

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Traveling by flight from Helsinki to Rovaniemi takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Helsinki in March, things will get a bit cooler in Rovaniemi: highs are around -1°C and lows about -9°C. You will have some time to spend on the 3rd (Wed) before leaving for home.