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.

Family-friendly places like Heureka and Sea Fortress Suomenlinna will thrill your kids. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Room Escape Games and Porvoo Old Town. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Hanko (Bellevue Beach & Pike's Gut), Cathedral of Porvoo (in Porvoo) and Teijo National Park (in Pernio). Pack the 27th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo).

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If you are flying in from Thailand, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in December, and nighttime lows around -3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can travel back home.