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.

Bring the kids along to Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral. Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Sapokka Water Garden (in Kotka), Lahti (Musical Fountain & Lahti Minigolf Centre Laune) and Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo). Pack the 16th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, explore the galleries of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and have some family-friendly fun at Labyrinth Games Room Escape.

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If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in December, and nighttime lows around -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.