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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church. Sinebrychoff Art Museum and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Laurinmaki Crofter's Museum (in Janakkala), Bellevue Beach (in Hanko) and Kirkkonummen kirkko (in Kirkkonummi). Spend the 14th (Sat) exploring nature at Nuuksio National Park. Spend the 26th (Thu) exploring nature at Teijo National Park. The adventure continues: take a stroll through Katajanokka, get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, take in the spiritual surroundings of Johannes Church, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

For ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki road trip app.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In December, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 37°F, while at night they dip to 27°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.