10 days in Helsinki Region Itinerary

Loviisa is a municipality and town of inhabitants on the southern coast of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Porvoo, steep yourself in history at Castle Hill, then view the masterpieces at Nasin Kartanon Galleria, then stop by Riimikko, and finally don't miss a visit to Porvoo Old Town. On the 11th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get some fabulous bargains at Brunberg Candy Factory Shop, examine the collection at Porvoo Museum/Holm House, stroll through Fredrika Runebergs Park, then contemplate the long history of The Runeberg Home, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Loviisan kirkko.

For photos, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Loviisa travel route planner.

Boston, USA to Loviisa is an approximately 14-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Boston to Loviisa due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Boston in July, things will get little chillier in Loviisa: highs are around 70°F and lows about 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Helsinki.

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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Linnanmaki Amusement Park and Kansallisgalleria. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Espoo (Nuuksio National Park & Kaitalampi) and Vantaa (Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto & Heureka, the Finnish Science Centre). There's much more to do: get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, and don't miss a visit to Senate Square.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Helsinki online trip itinerary maker .

Getting from Loviisa to Helsinki by car takes about 1.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Helsinki are 71°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can travel back home.