13 days in Finland Itinerary

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

On the 2nd (Tue), examine the collection at Vapriikin Museokeskus, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, thenidentify plant and animal life at Hatanpaa Arboretum, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms. Keep things going the next day: look for all kinds of wild species at Rapola Ridge, thenpause for some serene contemplation at Pyhan Birgitan kirkko, thentake in panoramic vistas at Nasinneula Tower, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower.

For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read Tampere driving holiday planner.

Edinburgh, UK to Tampere is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight and train. You can also fly; or do a combination of car, train, and bus. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Edinburgh to Tampere due to the time zone difference. In July, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) to allow time to travel to Levi.

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.

On the 4th (Thu), explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Fri): make a trip to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage and then identify plant and animal life at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Levi trip planner.

Getting from Tampere to Levi by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or drive. In July in Levi, expect temperatures between °C during the day and °C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Fri) to allow time for travel to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 6th (Sat): kick back and relax at Herrainpaivat Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Yyteri Beach, thentake in the spiritual surroundings of Central Pori Church (Keski-Porin kirkko), and finally take an in-depth tour of Rakennuskulttuuritalo Toivo Ja Korsmanin Talo.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read Pori trip itinerary builder tool.

Traveling by combination of flight and train from Levi to Pori takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around °C in July, and nighttime lows around °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) 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.

Turku Castle and Kirsti - Sailor's Home Museum will appeal to museum buffs. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Turku Cathedral and Old Rauma. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, get lost in a book at Turku City Library, explore the ancient world of Kuusisto Bishop's Castle, and take a stroll through Naantali Old Town.

To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Turku trip itinerary planning website.

Traveling by car from Pori to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Turku can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) so you can travel to Mariehamn.

Mariehamn is the capital of Åland, an autonomous territory under Finnish sovereignty. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): examine the collection at Kastelholm Castle, thenhave fun and explore at The Aland Island Art Museum, thenlearn about all things military at Aland Maritime Museum, and finally examine the collection at Museumship Pommern.

To find ratings, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Mariehamn route planning website.

You can fly from Turku to Mariehamn in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In July, daytime highs in Mariehamn are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Helsinki.

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.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and The National Museum of Finland. Get some historical perspective at Cathedral of Porvoo and Mannerheim Museum. Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo), Heureka (in Vantaa) and Porvoo Old Town (in Porvoo). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), stop by CraftCorner, and see the interesting displays at The Finnish Museum of Horology.

To find traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Helsinki trip planning site.

Fly from Mariehamn to Helsinki in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus; or ride a ferry. In July, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.