16 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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Room Escape Games and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Hanko (Hanko Water Tower & Bellevue Beach), Loviisa (Loviisan kirkko & Ungern and Rosen Fortresses) and Porvoo (Pieni Suklaatehdas & Porvoo Old Town). Pack the 24th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Spend the 22nd (Sat) exploring nature at Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. And it doesn't end there: learn about all things military at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, and cool off at Ahvenisto Activity Park.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Helsinki day trip planning tool .

If you are flying in from India, the closest major airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport. In February in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 0°C during the day and -3°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to travel back home.