15 days in Finland Itinerary

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

On the 2nd (Thu), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Vanha Kirkko. On the 3rd (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, enjoy the sand and surf at Rauhaniemi Beach, and then kick back and relax at Suolijarvi Beach.

To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Tampere itinerary builder app.

Nice, France to Tampere is an approximately 8.5-hour combination of flight and train. You can also drive; or do a combination of car, train, and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 1 hour. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Nice in August: highs in Tampere hover around 23°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) 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 5th (Sun): have some family-friendly fun at Moomin World, explore the historical opulence of Turku Castle, then work off some steam at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, and finally gain insight at Turku Cathedral.

To find more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read Turku tour builder.

Getting from Tampere to Turku by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 6th (Mon): buy something for everyone on your list at Kauppakeskus Puuvilla and then kick back and relax at Yyteri Beach.

For ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Pori trip planning app.

You can drive from Turku to Pori in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) so you can travel to Mustasaari.

Korsholm is a municipality of Finland. Start off your visit on the 7th (Tue): explore the striking landscape at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site.

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Traveling by car from Pori to Mustasaari takes 3 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Mustasaari can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time 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 8th (Wed): explore the activities along Pielinen.

To find photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Koli National Park sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Mustasaari to Koli National Park takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight. August in Koli National Park sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) to allow time to travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Fri): take in the dramatic scenery at Imatra Waterfall and then step off the mainland to explore Lammassaari Island.

To see traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Imatra itinerary maker site.

Traveling by car from Koli National Park to Imatra takes 3.5 hours. August in Imatra sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Helsinki.

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.

We've included these beaches for you: Aurinkolahti Beach and Hietaranta Beach. Get some historical perspective at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and The Esplanadi Park. Pack the 13th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Temppeliaukio Church, browse the exhibits of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, and stop by Ullanlinna.

For photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Helsinki vacation tool.

Traveling by car from Imatra to Helsinki takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.