16 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.

Head to Hakaniemi Market and Digelius Musicfor plenty of shopping. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Helsinki Cathedral. Next up on the itinerary: brush up on your military savvy at Fortress of Suomenlinna, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, stop by Artisaani, and hunt for treasures at Market Square Kauppatori.

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Frankfurt, Germany to Helsinki is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Frankfurt to Helsinki is 1 hour. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Frankfurt in July; daily highs in Helsinki reach 25°C and lows reach 15°C. On the 31st (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Nurmijarvi.

Nurmijärvi is the most populated rural municipality of Finland, located north of the capital Helsinki.The close proximity to Helsinki has led to a considerable growth of the major villages such as Klaukkala and Rajamäki, which nowadays are considered dormitory towns of Helsinki. Kick off your visit on the 31st (Wed): explore the world behind art at Riihimaki Art Museum.

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You can drive from Helsinki to Nurmijarvi in an hour. In July, daily temperatures in Nurmijarvi can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Tampere.

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

Museum-lovers will appreciate Sarkanniemi Theme Park and Mediamuseo Rupriikki. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Tampere Cathedral and Visavuori. Explore Tampere's surroundings by going to Holy Cross Church (in Parola), Petajavesi Old Church (in Petajavesi) and Keuruu (Church of Keuruu & Old Church of Keuruu). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Vapriikin Museokeskus, steep yourself in history at Amuri Museum of Workers' Housing, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower.

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You can take a train from Vaasa to Tampere in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. July in Tampere sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can catch the train to Turku.

Let the collections at Arctic Museum Nanoq and Terranova capture your imagination. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Iisakki Jarvenpaa - Tehtaanmyymala and Pohjanmaan Museo - Osterbottens Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Vaasa: Skata (in Pietarsaari) and Kuddnas Museum (in Uusikaarlepyy).

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Traveling by train from Tampere to Vaasa takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Rauma.

Rauma is a town and municipality of ca. For traveler tips, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Rauma visit planning site .

Traveling by car from Vaasa to Rauma takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. August in Rauma sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C at night. On the 5th (Mon), you'll travel 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 (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral, admire the landmark architecture of St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Archangel Michael's church, and finally buy something for everyone on your list at Kauppakeskus Mylly. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the galleries of Turku Castle, then get a new perspective on nature at Turku Biological Museum, then examine the collection at Luostarinmaki Handicrafts Museum, and finally examine the collection at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova.

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Traveling by car from Rauma to Turku takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Turku are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Helsinki.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Market Square Kauppatori. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral. Pack the 10th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. See even more of Helsinki: make a trip to Hakaniemi Market, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and admire the masterpieces at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma.

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Getting from Turku to Helsinki by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can travel back home.