11 days in Helsinki, Porvoo & Turku 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 list of things to see and do now includes Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, Sibelius Monument, Old Market Hall, and other attractions. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Laune Central Park (in Lahti), Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo) and Church of Hollola (in Hollola). The adventure continues: explore the galleries of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, head outdoors with Haagan Alppiruusupuisto, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence, and admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria.

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If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport. In June, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can 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.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Porvoo Old Town. Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): walk around Sapokka Water Garden and then make a trip to Porvoo Old Town. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of The Runeberg Home, examine the collection at Maritime Centre Vellamo, and then don't miss a visit to Söderskärin majakka.

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Take a bus from Helsinki to Porvoo in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. June in Porvoo sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Turku.

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

You've now added Turku Castle to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Pharmacy Museum and Qwensel House. On the 9th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get engrossed in the history at Ett Hem Museum, then examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, then delve into the distant past at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, and finally step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle.

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Drive from Porvoo to Turku in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. On the 11th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.