12 days in Helsinki Region 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.

Take a break from the city and head to Nuuksio National Park and Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. Do some cultural sightseeing at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Tuusulanjarvi (Lake Tuusula) (in Tuusula), Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo, Porvoo Old Town, &more) and Heureka (in Vantaa). There's much more to do: get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria, take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Finland, and steep yourself in history at Mannerheim Museum.

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Philadelphia, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 13.5- hour combination of train and flight. You can also fly; or do a combination of train, flight, and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Philadelphia to Helsinki. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Philadelphia in July; daily highs in Helsinki reach 71°F and lows reach 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue) early enough to travel back home.