14 days in Finland Itinerary

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

Kids will appreciate attractions like Hatanpaa Arboretum and Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower. Step out of the city life by going to Seitsemisen Kansallispuisto and Riihiniemen Uimaranta. There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Vapriikin Museokeskus, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Alexander Nevsky and St. Nicholas, get engrossed in the history at Emil Aaltosen Museo, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tampereen Tuomiokirkko.

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London, UK to Tampere is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight and train. You can also fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 2 hours. In July, daytime highs in Tampere are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to go by car to Turku.

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

Turku Castle and Forum Marinum Maritime Centre are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo and Archangel Michael's church. Go for a jaunt from Turku to Pernio to see Teijo National Park about 1h 20 min away. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, browse the collection at Turku City Library, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral.

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You can drive from Tampere to Turku in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Turku can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to travel to Mariehamn.

Mariehamn is the capital of Åland, an autonomous territory under Finnish sovereignty. Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sun): examine the collection at Museumship Pommern, learn about all things military at Aland Maritime Museum, thensee the interesting displays at Kastelholm Castle, and finally don't miss a visit to The Maritime Quarter.

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Traveling by flight from Turku to Mariehamn takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In August, daily temperatures in Mariehamn can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Savonlinna.

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

On the 5th (Mon), examine the collection at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, contemplate the waterfront views at Siikalahti Wetland, thenexplore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pikkukirkko.

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Getting from Mariehamn to Savonlinna by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. August in Savonlinna sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. On the 6th (Tue), you'll travel to Kouvola.

Kouvola is a town and municipality in southeastern Finland. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Wed): stroll around Riverside Park, thenget engrossed in the history at Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge Museum, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Arboretum Mustila. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Thu): take an in-depth tour of World Heritage Site - Verla Groundwood and Board Mill, thenidentify plant and animal life at Hiidenvuori, and then take a peaceful walk through Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area.

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You can drive from Savonlinna to Kouvola in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In August in Kouvola, expect temperatures between °C during the day and °C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) to allow time 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.

On the 9th (Fri), contemplate the long history of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Cathedral of Porvoo, thenmake a trip to Porvoo Old Town, and finally admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria. On the next day, find something for the whole family at Linnanmaki Amusement Park.

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You can drive from Kouvola to Helsinki in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Helsinki are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) so you can travel back home.