10 days in Helsinki, Tuusula & Porvoo 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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Temppeliaukion Church and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Change things up with a short trip to Bellevue Beach in Hanko (about 1h 40 min away). There's lots more to do: brush up on your military savvy at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, make a trip to Senate Square, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence.

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If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport. In July, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Tuusula.

Tuusula is a municipality of Finland. Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): make a trip to Tuusula Church, explore the world behind art at Halosenniemi Museum, then take in nature's colorful creations at Ainola - The Home of Aino and Jean Sibelius, then admire the landmark architecture of Alvar Aalto"s Villa Kokkonen, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Jarvenpaan moskeija.

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Getting from Helsinki to Tuusula by car takes about an hour. In August in Tuusula, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. On the 4th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Porvoo.

Porvoo, one of Finland's oldest and prettiest towns, boasts cobbled streets, famous red-brick warehouses, and a charming river.

Cathedral of Porvoo and The Runeberg Home will appeal to history buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Porvoo: Hamina Old Town (in Hamina) and Kotka (Linden Esplanade & Sapokka Water Garden). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Söderskärin majakka, contemplate the long history of Castle Hill, walk around Fredrika Runebergs Park, and examine the collection at Porvoo Museum/Holm House.

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Traveling by car from Tuusula to Porvoo takes an hour. In August in Porvoo, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 13°C at night. On the 22nd (Thu), you're off tohome.