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.

Get some cultural insight at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church. Venture out of the city with trips to Pyhtaa Church of Saint Henry (in Pyhtaa), Porvoo Old Town (in Porvoo) and Sapokka Water Garden (in Kotka). Pack the 4th (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Spend the 10th (Tue) exploring nature at Valkmusa National Park. There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence, browse the exhibits of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma.

To see maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki day trip planning tool.

If you are flying in from Serbia, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In April in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can travel back home.