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 hidden gems such as Kansallisgalleria and Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo). Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church. Venture out of the city with trips to Teijo National Park (in Pernio), Fagervik Museum (in Inkoo) and Hanko (Tulliniemi Nature Path & Bellevue Beach). Spend the 11th (Fri) exploring nature at Nuuksio National Park. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, browse the range of quality goods at Stockmann Department Store, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and identify plant and animal life at Arboretum Mustila.

To find reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Helsinki road trip app.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In January, plan for daily highs up to °F, and evening lows to °F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.