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 Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Kotka (Fuksinpuisto Park, Santalahti Nature Trail, &more), Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa) and Porvoo (Porvoo Old Town, Castle Hill, &more). Spend the 9th (Tue) exploring nature at Teijo National Park. Pack the 11th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. The adventure continues: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, get engrossed in the history at EKTA museum, enjoy the sand and surf at Bellevue Beach, and look for all kinds of wild species at Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen.

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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, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can travel back home.