14 days in Helsinki Region 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.

Step out of the city life by going to Nuuksio National Park and Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Aurinkolahti Beach and Hietaranta Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Espoo (Arctic Expedition & Kaitalampi). There's lots more to do: browse the eclectic array of goods at Market Square Kauppatori, admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Helsinki trip planning app.

Newark, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 14-hour combination of car and flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Newark to Helsinki is 7 hours. Traveling from Newark in June, expect Helsinki to be slightly colder, temps between 65°F and 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Loviisa.

Loviisa is a municipality and town of inhabitants on the southern coast of Finland. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Cathedral of Porvoo and Loviisan kirkko. Head to Brunberg Candy Factory Shop and Riimikkofor plenty of shopping. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Loviisa: Porvoo (The Runeberg Home, Taidetehdas - Culture and Congress Center, &more). And it doesn't end there: take in the waterfront at Laivasilta, contemplate the long history of Ungern and Rosen Fortresses, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Orthodox Church Porvoo.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Loviisa online journey planner.

You can drive from Helsinki to Loviisa in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 66°F in June, and nighttime lows around 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.