15 days in Finland 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.

Rock Church and Katajanokka are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll explore and learn at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Kansallisgalleria. Take a break from Helsinki with a short trip to Nuuksio National Park in Espoo, about 46 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and steep yourself in history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

For maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Helsinki trip itinerary site .

London, UK to Helsinki is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or drive. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from London to Helsinki due to the time zone difference. In August, daytime highs in Helsinki are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can go by car to Kotka.

Kotka is a city and municipality of Finland.Kotka is located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland at the mouth of Kymi River and it is part of the Kymenlaakso region in southern Finland. Kick off your visit on the 14th (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area, then identify plant and animal life at Arboretum Mustila, then take a stroll through Linden Esplanade, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. Keep things going the next day: trek along Santalahti Nature Trail, then stroll around Riverside Park, and then wander the streets of Stromforsin ruukki.

To find other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read Kotka online tour itinerary builder .

You can drive from Helsinki to Kotka in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August in Kotka, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to travel to Koli National Park.

Although many Koli National Park tours revolve around the majestic natural landscape, there are still plenty of things to see and do for those pursuing culture and heritage.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Fri): take in the dramatic natural features at Uhrihalkeama, trek along Akka-Koli Hill, and then trek along Paha-Koli Hill. On the 17th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Patvinsuon Kansallispuisto.

To see maps, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Koli National Park trip maker website .

Getting from Kotka to Koli National Park by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: fly. In August, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to travel to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 18th (Sun): stroll through Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site.

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Traveling by car from Koli National Park to Vaasa takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. August in Vaasa sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can drive to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. On the 19th (Mon), get a taste of the local shopping with Pori Art Museum, then kick back and relax at Herrainpaivat Beach, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Yyteri Beach.

To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Pori online trip itinerary builder .

You can drive from Vaasa to Pori in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Tue): get engrossed in the history at Turku Castle, then admire the striking features of St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel, then kick back and relax at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, and finally take a stroll through Naantali Old Town. On the 21st (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: head off the coast to Vepsa Island, explore the world behind art at Ett Hem Museum, and then delve into the distant past at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova.

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Traveling by car from Pori to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. August in Turku sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) early enough to catch the train to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Step out of the city life by going to Seitsemisen Kansallispuisto and Hatanpaa Arboretum. Get a sense of the local culture at Vapriikin Museokeskus and Tampere Cathedral. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Riihiniemen Uimaranta, enjoy the sand and surf at Rauhaniemi Beach, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

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Getting from Turku to Tampere by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of flight and train. August in Tampere sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.