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.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo). Visit Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Stromforsin Ruukki for their historical value. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen (in Raseborg), Fagervik Museum (in Inkoo) and Teijo National Park (in Pernio). Spend the 28th (Fri) exploring nature at Nuuksio National Park. Next up on the itinerary: take a stroll through Katajanokka, tour the pleasant surroundings at Bellevue Beach, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, and get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland.

For reviews, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip planner.

If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In December, daytime highs in Helsinki are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.