14 days in Helsinki Region & Lappajarvi 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Espoo (Nuuksio National Park & Arctic Expedition). And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, admire the landmark architecture of Helsinki Central Railway Station, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence, and steep yourself in history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

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Spokane, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 18-hour flight. Traveling from Spokane to Helsinki, you'll lose 10 hours due to the time zone difference. In August, Helsinki is little chillier than Spokane - with highs of 69°F and lows of 53°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can travel to Lappajarvi.

Lappajärvi is a municipality in Finland in Southern Ostrobothnia region. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): look for gifts at Iisakki Jarvenpaa - Tehtaanmyymala, get in on the family fun at Powerpark, and then get outside with Kipinakodan Luonto- Ja Elamyspalvelut.

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Traveling by car from Helsinki to Lappajarvi takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and car. August in Lappajarvi sees daily highs of 67°F and lows of 49°F at night. On the 20th (Thu), you're off to Porvoo.

Porvoo, one of Finland's oldest and prettiest towns, boasts cobbled streets, famous red-brick warehouses, and a charming river.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Fri): enjoy the sea views from Söderskärin majakka, then revel in the low prices at Brunberg Candy Factory Shop, then don't miss a visit to Porvoo Old Town, and finally admire the striking features of Cathedral of Porvoo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Maritime Centre Vellamo, admire the natural beauty at Sapokka Water Garden, then walk around Runeberg Park, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Castle Hill.

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Drive from Lappajarvi to Porvoo in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight. In August, daytime highs in Porvoo are 68°F, while nighttime lows are 53°F. On the 23rd (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.