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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Cathedral of Porvoo. Step off the beaten path and head to Stand-Up Paddleboarding and Hakaniemi Market. Step out of Helsinki with an excursion to Porvoo Old Town in Porvoo--about 50 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, and steep yourself in history at The Aalto House.

Plan trip to Helsinki with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Helsinki. In July, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) 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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Turku Castle and Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo. Old Rauma and Turku Cathedral will appeal to history buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Turku: Rauma (Burial Site of Sammallahdenmaki & Kirsti - Sailor's Home Museum). And it doesn't end there: wander the streets of Naantali Old Town, browse the exhibits of Forum Marinum Maritime Centre, and get engrossed in the history at Ett Hem Museum.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Turku trip planner.

You can drive from Helsinki to Turku in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. July in Turku sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can go by car to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. On the 25th (Sat), kick back and relax at Herrainpaivat Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Yyteri Beach, then head outdoors with Yyterin Nakotorni, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Central Pori Church (Keski-Porin kirkko).

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Pori trip planner.

You can drive from Turku to Pori in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In July, daytime highs in Pori are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Tampere.

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Hatanpaa Arboretum and Amuri Museum of Workers' Housing. Tampereen Tuomiokirkko and Stone Castle of Pirunvuori will appeal to history buffs. Pack the 28th (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Sarkanniemi Theme Park. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower, admire the masterpieces at Maltinranta Artcenter, don't miss a visit to Nasinneula Tower, and see the interesting displays at Vapriikin Museokeskus.

To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Tampere travel planning website.

Getting from Pori to Tampere by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In July, daytime highs in Tampere are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) so you can drive to Savonlinna.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Wed): pause for some serene contemplation at Savonlinna Cathedral, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kerimaki Church, pause for some photo ops at Olavinlinnan Musta Passi, then explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, and finally don't miss a visit to Pikkukirkko.

To find more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Savonlinna travel route planner.

Traveling by car from Tampere to Savonlinna takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Savonlinna can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to travel to Oulu.

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. On the 30th (Thu), stroll around Ainolan Puisto, look for all kinds of wild species at Outdoors Oulu Oy, take in the spiritual surroundings of Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral, then pause for some photo ops at Toripolliisi, and finally browse the eclectic array of goods at Kauppahalli. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the natural beauty at Botanical Garden, University of Oulu, then enjoy the sand and surf at Nallikari Beach, then admire the striking features of Oulu Cathedral, and finally identify plant and animal life at Hupisaaret Park.

To find more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Oulu online trip planner.

You can fly from Savonlinna to Oulu in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In July in Oulu, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 14°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to travel back home.