12 days in Finland Itinerary
12 days in Finland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Finland travel route maker
Start: New York City
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Helsinki
— 3 nights
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Tampere
— 2 nights
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Pori
— 1 night
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Turku
— 2 nights
Fly
5
Mariehamn, Aland Island
— 2 nights
Fly
End: New York City
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Daughter of the Baltic
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.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Stand-Up Paddleboarding and Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo). Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo & Porvoo Old Town). Next up on the itinerary: get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, browse the eclectic array of goods at Hakaniemi Market, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence, and deepen your knowledge of military history at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna.
For maps, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip planner.
New York City, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 13-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from New York City to Helsinki due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from New York City in July; daily highs in Helsinki reach 71°F and lows reach 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Tampere.
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Manchester of the North
Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.Start off your visit on the 11th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Sarkanniemi Theme Park. Keep things going the next day: examine the collection at Vapriikin Museokeskus, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, then identify plant and animal life at Hatanpaa Arboretum, and finally stroll through Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower.
For photos, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Tampere online travel route planner.
Traveling by car from Helsinki to Tampere takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. July in Tampere sees daily highs of 70°F and lows of 52°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) so you can go by car to Pori.
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Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. On the 13th (Tue), test your team's savvy at Mysteeri Pori - Escape Room with a Story, head outdoors with Yyterin Nakotorni, then enjoy the sand and surf at Yyteri Beach, and finally kick back and relax at Herrainpaivat Beach.
For maps, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Pori trip builder site.
Getting from Tampere to Pori by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 69°F in July, and nighttime lows around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Turku.
For maps, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Pori trip builder site.
Getting from Tampere to Pori by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 69°F in July, and nighttime lows around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Turku.
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Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.Kick off your visit on the 14th (Wed): explore the landscape on two wheels at Bike Rental - by Carfield, then explore the historical opulence of Turku Castle, then brush up on your military savvy at Forum Marinum Maritime Centre, and finally see the interesting displays at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo. Keep things going the next day: wander the streets of Naantali Old Town, take an in-depth tour of Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Turku Cathedral.
To find traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Turku itinerary planning site.
Traveling by car from Pori to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 70°F, while at night they dip to 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to travel to Mariehamn.
Things to do in Turku
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Mariehamn is the capital of Åland, an autonomous territory under Finnish sovereignty. Start off your visit on the 16th (Fri): walk around Lilla holmen, then learn about all things military at Aland Maritime Museum, then examine the collection at Museumship Pommern, and finally see the interesting displays at Kastelholm Castle.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Mariehamn day trip planning website.
Getting from Turku to Mariehamn by flight takes about 2 hours. Other options: ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 68°F in July, and nighttime lows around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Mariehamn day trip planning website.
Getting from Turku to Mariehamn by flight takes about 2 hours. Other options: ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 68°F in July, and nighttime lows around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.
Things to do in Mariehamn
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Land of a Thousand Lakes
Combining vast Nordic wilderness with bustling hip cities, Finland offers something to delight and surprise all its visitors. Generally speaking, the northern region is populated by unspoiled pine forests, glistening blue lakes, and a plethora of interesting wildlife, while the south is home to the nation's thoroughly modern urban centers. Although Finland holds the title of most sparsely populated county in the European Union, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs in cities like Helsinki, Espoo, and Tampere are often packed with fun-loving Finns. Do bring your dancing shoes, but don't forget your hiking boots either--you'll want to make use of the country's 37 national parks, spread throughout this "Land of a Thousand Lakes."