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.

Visit Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali) for their historical value. Visiting Nuuksio National Park and Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area will get you outdoors. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Arboretum Mustila (in Elimaki), St. Nicholas Orthodox Church (in Kotka) and Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa). There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, make a trip to Senate Square, find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, and get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

To see reviews, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip planner.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C.