11 days in Helsinki 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.

Visiting Nuuksio National Park and Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto will get you outdoors. Popular historic sites such as Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and The Esplanadi Park are in your itinerary. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Kotka (Beach Mansikkalahti & Linden Esplanade), Teijo National Park (in Pernio) and Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen (in Raseborg). There's lots more to do: admire the striking features of Temppeliaukio Church, buy something for everyone on your list at Kamppi Shopping Centre, identify plant and animal life at Arboretum Mustila, and hunt for treasures at Market Square Kauppatori.

Plan my day in Helsinki using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Inspirock.

If you are flying in from Belgium, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In September, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.