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.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Temppeliaukio Church and The Esplanadi Park. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Porvoo (Porvoo Old Town & Kokonniemi), Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo) and Hyvinkaa Church (in Hyvinkaa). Pack the 31st (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Spend the 11th (Tue) exploring nature at Valkmusa National Park. And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, and get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo).

For traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Helsinki online trip builder.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 69°F in August, and nighttime lows around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.