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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Visit Temppeliaukio Church and Kamppi Chapel of Silence for their historical value. Venture out of the city with trips to Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen (in Raseborg) and Guide-Matti (in Tammisaari). There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, and don't miss a visit to Senate Square.

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Miami, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 13-hour flight. Traveling from Miami to Helsinki, you'll lose 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Miami in June, expect Helsinki to be much colder, temps between 65°F and 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) so you can drive to Kouvola.

Kouvola is a town and municipality in southeastern Finland. Start off your visit on the 25th (Fri): see the interesting displays at Maritime Centre Vellamo, walk around Riverside Park, and then steep yourself in history at Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge Museum. On your second day here, delve into the lush surroundings at Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area, then see the interesting displays at Model Railroad Museum Kouvola, then identify plant and animal life at Arboretum Mustila, and finally explore the striking landscape at Hiidenvuori.

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You can drive from Helsinki to Kouvola in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. June in Kouvola sees daily highs of 66°F and lows of 50°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Turku.

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

On the 27th (Sun), get a new perspective on things with VMB Fishing, admire the masterpieces at Turku Art Museum, then get engrossed in the history at Ett Hem Museum, and finally get engrossed in the history at Turku Castle. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Mon): explore the striking landscape of Kurjenrahka National Park, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Martinkirkko, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral.

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Traveling by car from Kouvola to Turku takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. June in Turku sees daily highs of 64°F and lows of 47°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 29th (Tue): take in the dramatic natural features at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site.

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Drive from Turku to Vaasa in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Vaasa are 62°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) so you can catch the train to Tampere.

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

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Wed): examine the collection at Vapriikin Museokeskus and then look for all kinds of wild species at Hatanpaa Arboretum.

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You can take a train from Vaasa to Tampere in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. June in Tampere sees daily highs of 64°F and lows of 46°F at night. On the 30th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.