15 days in Helsinki 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.

You'll explore and learn at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo) and Sea Fortress Suomenlinna. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Turku Cathedral and Guide-Matti. Venture out of the city with trips to Turku (Ett Hem Museum, Pyhan Marttyyrikeisarinna Aleksandran Kirkko, &more), Lahti (Motorcycle Museum of Finland & Directions Lahden historiallinen Museo) and Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen (in Raseborg). Spend the 21st (Sun) exploring nature at Nuuksio National Park. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Mannerheim Museum, explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria, get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, and identify plant and animal life at Paavolan Tammi.

To find maps, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, use the Helsinki online route planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 0°C in February, and nighttime lows around -3°C.