13 days in Finland 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.

Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Temppeliaukio Church are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get outdoors at Nuuksio National Park and Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. Next up on the itinerary: stop by Katajanokka, explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, don't miss a visit to Hakaniemi Market, and explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria.

To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Helsinki attractions tool.

Venice, Italy to Helsinki is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 1 hour. Traveling from Venice in August, things will get little chillier in Helsinki: highs are around °C and lows about °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can travel to Mariehamn.

Mariehamn is the capital of Åland, an autonomous territory under Finnish sovereignty. On the 9th (Fri), pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Antikbutiken, examine the collection at Museumship Pommern, thenlearn about all things military at Aland Maritime Museum, thenexamine the collection at Kastelholm Castle, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Getabergen. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Bomarsund, examine the collection at Eckerö Post & tullhus, see the interesting displays at Aland Hunting & Fishing Museum, thenexplore the engaging exhibits at The Cultural History Museum of Aland, and finally explore the world behind art at The Aland Island Art Museum.

To see maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Mariehamn trip builder app.

Fly from Helsinki to Mariehamn in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or ride a ferry. August in Mariehamn sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Jyvaskyla.

Jyväskylä is a city and municipality in Finland and in the western part of the Finnish Lakeland. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Sun): walk around Maki-Matin perhepuisto, get engrossed in the history at Finnish Air Force Museum, get some fabulous bargains at Panda Factory Outlet, thentake an in-depth tour of Toivolan Vanha Piha, thenexamine the collection at The Alvar Aalto Museum, and finally get engrossed in the history at Keski-Suomen museo (Museum of Central Finland).

To see more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Jyvaskyla road trip planning app.

Fly from Mariehamn to Jyvaskyla in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and train. Traveling from Mariehamn in August, plan for little chillier nights in Jyvaskyla, with lows around °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Savonlinna.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Savonlinna Provincial Museum, explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Kirkkoniemen Kellotapuli, explore the historical opulence of Savonlinna Cathedral, thenbrowse the fresh offerings at Savonlinna Market Square, and finally identify plant and animal life at Siikalahti Wetland.

To see reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Savonlinna trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Jyvaskyla to Savonlinna in 3 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, daytime highs in Savonlinna are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. You will leave for Porvoo on the 13th (Tue).

Porvoo, one of Finland's oldest and prettiest towns, boasts cobbled streets, famous red-brick warehouses, and a charming river.

Escape the urban bustle at Hiidenvuori and Riverside Park. Get a sense of the local culture at Cathedral of Porvoo and Porvoo Doll and Toy Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Porvoo side-trips: Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area (in Kouvola), Hiidenkirnut (in Askola) and Arboretum Mustila (in Elimaki). There's lots more to do: make a trip to Porvoo Old Town, look for gifts at Riimikko, hike along Santalahti Nature Trail, and revel in the low prices at Brunberg Candy Factory Shop.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Porvoo holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Savonlinna to Porvoo takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Porvoo are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.