14 days in Finland Itinerary

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

On your second day here, see the interesting displays at Vapriikin Museokeskus, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Riihiniemen Uimaranta, and then identify plant and animal life at Hatanpaa Arboretum.

For ratings, maps, photos, and tourist information, read our Tampere online trip itinerary maker.

Stuttgart, Germany to Tampere is an approximately 2.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and train; or drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Stuttgart to Tampere, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Stuttgart in July, with highs in Tampere at 24°C and lows at 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Jyvaskyla.

Jyväskylä is a city and municipality in Finland and in the western part of the Finnish Lakeland. Start off your visit on the 9th (Tue): stroll around Tourujoen Luontopolku, stroll through Nyrolan luontopolku, then brush up on your military savvy at Finnish Air Force Museum, and finally get engrossed in the history at Toivolan Vanha Piha.

To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Jyvaskyla travel planner.

Traveling by car from Tampere to Jyvaskyla takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July in Jyvaskyla, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Savonlinna.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

On the 10th (Wed), examine the collection at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kerimaki Church, appreciate the history behind Olavinlinnan Musta Passi, don't miss a visit to Pikkukirkko, then explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, and finally see the interesting displays at Savonlinna Provincial Museum.

To see more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Savonlinna trip itinerary planning website.

You can drive from Jyvaskyla to Savonlinna in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in July, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can travel to Lieksa.

Lieksa is a town and municipality of Finland.It is located in the province of Eastern Finland and is part of the North Karelia region. On the 11th (Thu), hike along Kasken Kierros Nature Trail, stroll through Kolinuuron kierros Nature Trail, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Akka-Koli Hill. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take a peaceful walk through Patvinsuon Kansallispuisto.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Lieksa day trip planning website.

You can drive from Savonlinna to Lieksa in 3.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Lieksa are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Oulu.

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. On the 13th (Sat), enjoy the sand and surf at Nallikari Beach and then identify plant and animal life at Hupisaaret Park.

To see other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Oulu vacation maker app.

You can drive from Lieksa to Oulu in 5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of car and flight. In July, daytime highs in Oulu are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can drive to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sun): take in the dramatic natural features at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site.

Plan trip to Vaasa with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

Drive from Oulu to Vaasa in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In July, daily temperatures in Vaasa can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can drive to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 15th (Mon): tour the pleasant surroundings at Herrainpaivat Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Yyteri Beach, and then examine the collection at Villa Mairea.

For photos, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Pori trip maker.

You can drive from Vaasa to Pori in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July in Pori, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Rauma.

Rauma is a town and municipality of ca. On the 16th (Tue), head outdoors with Kuuskajaskari, then enjoy the sea views from Kylmapihlaja Lighthouse Island, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Rauma.

For maps, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, go to the Rauma trip builder app.

You can drive from Pori to Rauma in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. July in Rauma sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Wed): kick back and relax at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, wander the streets of Naantali Old Town, then step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle, and finally explore the landscape on two wheels at Bike Rental - by Carfield.

For photos, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Turku trip itinerary builder app.

You can drive from Rauma to Turku in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Espoo.

Espoo is the second largest city and municipality in Finland. On the 18th (Thu), walk around Nuuksio National Park.

To see other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, read our Espoo online holiday builder.

Traveling by car from Turku to Espoo takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. July in Espoo sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can go by car to Porvoo.

Porvoo, one of Finland's oldest and prettiest towns, boasts cobbled streets, famous red-brick warehouses, and a charming river.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Fri): contemplate the long history of The Runeberg Home, enjoy the sea views from Söderskärin majakka, steep yourself in history at Castle Hill, then admire the landmark architecture of Cathedral of Porvoo, then look for gifts at Pieni Suklaatehdas, and finally don't miss a visit to Porvoo Old Town.

For ratings, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Porvoo journey website.

You can drive from Espoo to Porvoo in an hour. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in July, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), then take a stroll through Katajanokka, and finally step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna.

To see where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read our Helsinki planner.

Drive from Porvoo to Helsinki in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. July in Helsinki sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.