11 days in Helsinki, Tampere & 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 inner history buff will appreciate Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Old Market Hall and Sibelius Hall. And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, stop by Marimekko Oyj, kick back and relax at Hietaranta Beach, and wander the streets of Ullanlinna.

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Dhaka City, Bangladesh to Helsinki is an approximately 17-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is minus 3.5 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Tampere.

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

On the 16th (Sun), admire nature's wide array of creatures at Sarkanniemi Theme Park. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Rauhaniemi Beach, take in the spiritual surroundings of Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, thenexamine the collection at Vapriikin Museokeskus, and finally steep yourself in history at Amuri Museum of Workers' Housing.

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Drive from Helsinki to Tampere in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around °C in September, and nighttime lows around °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to drive to Turku.

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

Popular historic sites such as Turku Castle and Kuusisto Manor are in your itinerary. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna and Vepsa Island. Change things up with a short trip to Old Rauma in Rauma (about 1h 15 min away). Next up on the itinerary: take a stroll through Naantali Old Town, see the interesting displays at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, take an in-depth tour of Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Turku Cathedral.

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Drive from Tampere to Turku in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Turku can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.