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.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Galerie Forsblom. Visit Helsinki Cathedral and Temppeliaukio Church for their historical value. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Bellevue Beach (in Hanko) and Inkoon kirkko (in Inkoo). And it doesn't end there: get a taste of the local shopping with Market Square Kauppatori, enjoy the sand and surf at Aurinkolahti Beach, appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park, and buy something for everyone on your list at Kamppi Shopping Centre.

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Tehran, Iran to Helsinki is an approximately 12-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry; or drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Tehran to Helsinki is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Tehran in December, things will get a bit cooler in Helsinki: highs are around 3°C and lows about -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) to allow enough 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.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Wed): get a taste of the local shopping with Photographic Centre Peri, then kick back and relax at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, and then browse the different shops at Kauppakeskus Mylly. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: browse the different shops at Turun Kauppahalli, take in the exciting artwork at Galleria Joella, then step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle, and finally don't miss a visit to Naantali Old Town.

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Drive from Helsinki to Turku in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 1°C, while at night they dip to -4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) to allow time to take a train to Tampere.

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore Vitikkala Manor and Pori Art Museum. For shopping fun, head to Laukko Manor or City Sokos. Explore Tampere's surroundings by going to Hameenlinna (Birthplace of Jean Sibelius & Linna Golf & Country Club). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Riihiniemen Uimaranta, stroll through Rauhaniemi Beach, view the masterpieces at Haihara Art Centre, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Take a train from Turku to Tampere in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Tampere are 0°C, while nighttime lows are -6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to drive to Mikkeli.

Mikkeli is a town and municipality in Finland. On the 30th (Mon), stop by Stella, learn about all things military at Communications Centre Lokki, take in the exciting artwork at Mikkelin Valokuvakeskus, pause for some serene contemplation at Mikkeli Rural Parish Church, then get your bearings at Konsertti-ja Kongressitalo Mikaeli, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Mikkeli Cathedral.

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Getting from Tampere to Mikkeli by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. December in Mikkeli sees daily highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Imatra.

Although predominately an industrial town, Imatra boasts a long and impressive history of tourism, largely owing to its fierce rapids, considered to have been Finland's first ever tourist attraction.

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Tue): look for gifts at Imatran Kalatalo, tour the pleasant surroundings at Lempukka Beach, then step off the mainland to explore Lammassaari Island, and finally browse the range of quality goods at Prisma.

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Traveling by car from Mikkeli to Imatra takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In December, daily temperatures in Imatra can reach 0°C, while at night they dip to -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) to allow time to travel to Levi.

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.

On the 1st (Wed), join the crowd at Icekarting Levi, shop like a local with Elan Ski Shop & Rental, then take in the exciting artwork at LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery, and finally make a trip to Ounasjoki - River for activities.

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Traveling by combination of train and flight from Imatra to Levi takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, flight, and bus; or drive. Traveling from Imatra in December, expect Levi to be little chillier, temps between -6°C and -15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) early enough to go by car to Rovaniemi.

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): stop by LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier, make a trip to Marttiinin Shop Wanha Tehdas (Old Factory), make a trip to Santa Claus Village, then see Santa Claus Office, and finally get engrossed in the history at Arktikum.

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Traveling by car from Levi to Rovaniemi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Levi in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Rovaniemi, with lows of -17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.