10 days in Helsinki Region 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 outdoors at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Nuuksio National Park. Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Tuusulanjarvi (Lake Tuusula) (in Tuusula), Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa) and Hiidenkirnut (in Askola). There's lots more to do: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, enjoy the sand and surf at Aurinkolahti Beach, make a trip to Senate Square, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral.

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Sydney, Australia to Helsinki is an approximately 23-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a -8 hour difference. Traveling from Sydney in October, expect Helsinki to be cooler, temps between 10°C and 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.