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 Room Escape Games will thrill your kids. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo) and Kansallisgalleria. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Hanko (Bellevue Beach & Pike's Gut), Teijo National Park (in Pernio) and Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo & Porvoo Old Town). Pack the 27th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's much more to do: explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, admire the striking features of Temppeliaukio Church, get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at SEA LIFE Helsinki.

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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. December in Helsinki sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.