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.

Take a break from the city and head to Aurinkolahti Beach and Hietaranta Beach. Visit Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church for their historical value. Pack the 21st (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, contemplate the long history of Mannerheim Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Helsinki planner.

Berlin, Germany to Helsinki is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 1 hour. In May in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 7°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can go by car to Naantali.

Naantali is a town in south-western Finland, known as one of the most important tourist centres of the country. On the 23rd (Wed), have some family-friendly fun at Moomin World, then pause for some serene contemplation at Naantali Church, and then don't miss a visit to Naantali Old Town.

To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Naantali trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Helsinki to Naantali takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. In May, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) early enough to drive to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Get some historical perspective at Turku Castle and Ruukin kehräämö ja puoti Oy. Kids will appreciate attractions like Turku Cathedral and Bellevue Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Turku: Kurjenrahka National Park (in Poytya) and Teijo National Park (in Pernio). There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Vepsa Island, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Archangel Michael's church, admire the landmark architecture of Kuusisto Manor, and stay fit while traveling at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna.

For other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Turku online attractions planner.

Turku is just a stone's throw from Naantali. In May, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to drive to Porvoo.

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

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Arboretum Mustila and Cathedral of Porvoo. Get outdoors at Hiidenvuori and Lehman. Change things up with these side-trips from Porvoo: Kotka (Santalahti Nature Trail & Haapasaari Island) and Valkmusa National Park (in Siltakyla).

To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Porvoo vacation planner.

Getting from Turku to Porvoo by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or fly. In May, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.