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.

Head to Market Square Kauppatori and Kamppi Shopping Centrefor some retail therapy. Get a sense of the local culture at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church. When in Helsinki, make a side trip to see Nuuksio National Park in Espoo, approximately Espoo away. There's still lots to do: stop by Katajanokka, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, shop like a local with Galerie Forsblom, and stroll around The Esplanadi Park.

For maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip maker website.

Birmingham, UK to Helsinki is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Birmingham to Helsinki. Traveling from Birmingham in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Helsinki, with lows of 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can drive to Kimito Island.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): admire the masterpieces at Soderlangvik Gard and then identify plant and animal life at Oro. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Fri): explore the striking landscape of Archipelago National Park.

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Getting from Helsinki to Kimito Island by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in September, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to 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. On the 11th (Sat), admire the striking features of Varissaari - Fort Elisabeth, kick back and relax at Beach Mansikkalahti, visit Linden Esplanade, then steep yourself in history at Kotka Church, and finally walk around Riverside Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: identify plant and animal life at Arboretum Mustila, then shop like a local with Poikilo - Museums, and then delve into the lush surroundings at Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area.

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Traveling by car from Kimito Island to Kotka takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in September, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 13th (Mon): view the masterpieces at Pori Art Museum, then kick back and relax at Herrainpaivat Beach, and then stroll through Yyteri Beach.

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You can drive from Kotka to Pori in 4.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Pori can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 14th (Tue): explore the striking landscape at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site. On the 15th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the world behind art at Tikanoja Art Museum, then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Bock’s Corner Brewery, then see the interesting displays at Terranova, and finally examine the collection at Stundars Museum.

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You can drive from Pori to Vaasa in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September in Vaasa, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can take a train to Tampere.

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

You'll explore and learn at Laukko Manor and Galleria Ronga. Shop till you drop at Tallipihan Suklaapuoti and Haihara Art Centre. Step out of Tampere with an excursion to Seitsemisen Kansallispuisto in Ylojarvi--about 54 minutes away. There's more to do: kick back and relax at Riihiniemen Uimaranta and look for all kinds of wild species at Hatanpaa Arboretum.

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You can take a train from Vaasa to Tampere in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can travel back home.