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 cultural itinerary includes sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Kansallisgalleria. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Stand-Up Paddleboarding. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Helsinki: Teijo National Park (in Pernio), Aurlahti Beach (in Lohja) and Hanko (Bellevue Beach & Tulliniemi Nature Path). Pack the 29th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Spend the 30th (Mon) exploring nature at Ekenas Archipelago National Park. There's still lots to do: admire the striking features of Temppeliaukio Church, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, steep yourself in history at Stromforsin Ruukki, and identify plant and animal life at Arboretum Mustila.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Helsinki road trip planner.

If you are flying in from United Arab Emirates, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in July, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can travel back home.