12 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Kansallisgalleria and Room Escape Games. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa), Porvoo (Porvoo Old Town, Castle Hill, &more) and Kotka (Fuksinpuisto Park, Santalahti Nature Trail, &more). Spend the 9th (Tue) exploring nature at Teijo National Park. Pack the 11th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Next up on the itinerary: browse the exhibits of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, stroll around Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen, look for all kinds of wild species at Tulliniemi Nature Path, and admire the natural beauty at Observatory Hill Park.

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If you are flying in from Albania, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In April in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 0°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.