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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Attractions like Temppeliaukio Church and Helsinki Cathedral make great kid-friendly stops. Venture out of the city with trips to Kokonniemi (in Porvoo), Espoo (Nuuksio National Park & Arctic Expedition) and Valkmusa National Park (in Siltakyla). Pack the 5th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, kick your exploration up a notch at Adventure Park Zippy, get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence.

To see where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki trip itinerary builder site.

If you are flying in from Portugal, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in August, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can travel back home.