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.

Get a sense of the local culture at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Katajanokka. Popular historic sites such as Temppeliaukio Church and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali) are in your itinerary. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Helsinki: Bellevue Beach (in Hanko), Fagervik Church (in Raseborg) and Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo). Spend the 8th (Thu) exploring nature at Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. Spend the 10th (Sat) exploring nature at Teijo National Park. And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Market Square Kauppatori, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and stop by Linden Esplanade.

To find where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Helsinki itinerary website.

If you are flying in from Italy, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in August, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can travel back home.