14 days in Finland 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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Finnish Aviation Museum. Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Change things up with a short trip to Inkoon kirkko in Inkoo (about 52 minutes away). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, steep yourself in history at Mannerheim Museum, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), and explore the world behind art at Design Museum.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Helsinki online travel route planner.

Stockholm, Sweden to Helsinki is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Stockholm to Helsinki. In June, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Kotka.

Kotka is a city and municipality of Finland.Kotka is located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland at the mouth of Kymi River and it is part of the Kymenlaakso region in southern Finland. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Lappeenranta Fortress and Maritime Centre Vellamo. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Salpa Line Museum and St. John's Church. Change things up with these side-trips from Kotka: Marian Kirkko (in Hamina), Church of Ruotsinpyhtaa (in Ruotsinpyhtaa) and Lappeenranta (Sandcastle Lappeenranta & Saimaa Canal). There's still lots to do: walk around Sapokka Water Garden, admire the landmark architecture of Main Building of Military School, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kotka Church, and see the interesting displays at Ylamaa Gem Society.

To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Kotka trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Helsinki to Kotka takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in June, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to drive to Lahti.

Lahti is a city and municipality in Finland.Lahti is the capital of the Päijänne Tavastia region. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Vapriikin Museokeskus and Apulandia. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Repovesi National Park and Laurinmaki Crofter's Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Lahti: Tampere (Tampereen Tuomiokirkko & Sarkanniemi Theme Park) and Woikosken Automuseo (in Mantyharju). There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Hollola.

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Traveling by car from Kotka to Lahti takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can drive to Jarvenpaa.

Järvenpää is a town and municipality of Finland.HistoryJärvenpää was separated from its parent community Tuusula in 1951. Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): take in nature's colorful creations at Ainola - The Home of Aino and Jean Sibelius, then engage your brain at Heureka, then see the interesting displays at Ahola, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Jarvenpaa Mosque.

To find more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Jarvenpaa trip planner.

Traveling by car from Lahti to Jarvenpaa takes an hour. June in Jarvenpaa sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.