14 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Katajanokka. Escape the urban bustle at Nuuksio National Park and Teijo National Park. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Hanko (Bellevue Beach & Tulliniemi Nature Path), Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo, Porvoo Old Town, &more) and Pyhan Katarinan kirkko (in Karjaa). Spend the 12th (Mon) exploring nature at Ekenas Archipelago National Park. Spend the 17th (Sat) exploring nature at Valkmusa National Park. Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria, steep yourself in history at Mannerheim Museum, stroll around Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen, and identify plant and animal life at Hiidenvuori.

To find other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Helsinki trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. August in Helsinki sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.