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.

Get in touch with nature at Stand-Up Paddleboarding and Bellevue Beach. Let the collections at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Fagervik Museum capture your imagination. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Helsinki: Arboretum Mustila (in Elimaki), Tulliniemi Nature Path (in Hanko) and Teijo National Park (in Pernio). Pack the 5th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Spend the 9th (Thu) exploring nature at Ekenas Archipelago National Park. And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, enjoy the sand and surf at Lehman, and explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma.

For maps, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read Helsinki trip itinerary planning website.

If you are flying in from Portugal, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In July, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.