13 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: The Parola Armour Museum (in Parola), Ahvenisto (in Hameenlinna) and Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo). Pack the 14th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, make a trip to Senate Square, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

To find other places to visit, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Helsinki tour itinerary builder.

If you are flying in from Denmark, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 5°C in November, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can travel back home.