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.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Kansallisgalleria. Get in touch with nature at Nuuksio National Park and Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area. Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Teijo National Park (in Pernio), Fagervik Museum (in Inkoo) and Bellevue Beach (in Hanko). Spend the 16th (Fri) exploring nature at Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. There's much more to do: browse the eclectic array of goods at Market Square Kauppatori, browse the different shops at Kamppi Shopping Centre, identify plant and animal life at Arboretum Mustila, and stop by Katajanokka.

For reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Helsinki day trip planner.

If you are flying in from Italy, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In August in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) so you can travel back home.