11 days in Finland 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.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Wed): explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), don't miss a visit to Senate Square, then pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, and finally explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take in nature's colorful creations at Observatory Hill Park, hunt for treasures at Market Square Kauppatori, then appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence.

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Singapore, Singapore to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5- hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or do a combination of flight and train. Traveling from Singapore to Helsinki, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Singapore in May, things will get cooler in Helsinki: highs are around 18°C and lows about 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Thu) to allow time to take a bus to Porvoo.

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

Start off your visit on the 31st (Fri): trot along with Savijarvi Gard Manor, then look for gifts at Riimikko, and then don't miss a visit to Porvoo Old Town.

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You can take a bus from Helsinki to Porvoo in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in May, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to drive to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, use the Turku trip planner.

You can drive from Porvoo to Turku in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of bus and flight. In May, daytime highs in Turku are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to take a train to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

On the 2nd (Sun), find something for the whole family at Sarkanniemi Theme Park.

To find where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read Tampere trip planner.

Take a train from Turku to Tampere in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. June in Tampere sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to take a train to Jyvaskyla.

Jyväskylä is a city and municipality in Finland and in the western part of the Finnish Lakeland. To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Jyvaskyla trip planner.

Traveling by train from Tampere to Jyvaskyla takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. June in Jyvaskyla sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C at night. On the 2nd (Sun), you're off to Savonlinna.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kerimaki Church, see the interesting displays at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, step into the grandiose world of Olavinlinna Castle, examine the collection at Savonlinna Provincial Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Pikkukirkko, and finally savor the flavors at Savonlinna Market Square.

To find photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Savonlinna trip planner.

You can drive from Jyvaskyla to Savonlinna in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in June, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can drive to Kuopio.

Kuopio is a city and a municipality located in the region of Northern Savonia, Finland. Start off your visit on the 4th (Tue): explore the activities along Valkeisenlampi, then immerse yourself in nature at Snellman Park, then have fun at Vainolanniemi, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For photos, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Kuopio sightseeing planner.

Getting from Savonlinna to Kuopio by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. June in Kuopio sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Oulu.

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. On the 5th (Wed), stroll around Hupisaaret Park and then stroll around Ainolan Puisto.

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Drive from Kuopio to Oulu in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June, daily temperatures in Oulu can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) to allow time to take a train to Kemi.

Kemi is a town and municipality of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 5th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Kemi Church.

To find traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, use the Kemi online itinerary planner.

Getting from Oulu to Kemi by train takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Kemi can reach 18°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) to allow enough time to take a train to Rovaniemi.

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): stop by Your Piece Of Finland, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, then explore the fascinating underground world of Syvasenvaara Fell, and finally make a trip to Santa Claus Village.

To see traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Rovaniemi travel itinerary planner.

Getting from Kemi to Rovaniemi by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in June, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.