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 Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo). Escape the urban bustle at Nuuksio National Park and Arboretum Mustila. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Pyhan Katarinan kirkko (in Karjaa), Hanko (Bellevue Beach & Tulliniemi Nature Path) and Teijo National Park (in Pernio). Spend the 12th (Mon) exploring nature at Ekenas Archipelago National Park. Spend the 17th (Sat) exploring nature at Valkmusa National Park. And it doesn't end there: wander the streets of Katajanokka, make a trip to Porvoo Old Town, delve into the lush surroundings at Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area, and explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria.

For reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Helsinki journey builder website.

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. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can travel back home.