10 days in Helsinki 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Turku (St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel & Turku Castle), Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo) and Vaski Adventure Island (in Naantali). There's much more to do: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

To find maps, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip maker website.

If you are flying in from Dominican Republic, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in December, and nighttime lows around -3°C.