13 days in Rosala & Helsinki Itinerary

On the 2nd (Tue), see the interesting displays at Rosala Viking Centre and then enjoy the sea views from Bengtskar Lighthouse.

For where to stay, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Rosala trip itinerary planner.

Montreal, Canada to Rosala is an approximately 20.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Eastern European Time is 7 hours. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Montreal in July, with highs in Rosala at 24°C and lows at 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough 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.

Bring the kids along to Nuuksio National Park and Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Hiidenkirnut (in Askola), Espoo (Arctic Expedition & Kaitalampi) and Teijo national park (in Pernio). Spend the 9th (Tue) exploring nature at Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. There's much more to do: learn about all things military at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, cruise along King's Road, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park.

To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read Helsinki road trip planning tool .

Traveling by car from Rosala to Helsinki takes 3.5 hours. In July in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can travel back home.