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.

You've added Natura Viva, Room Escape Games, Sinebrychoff Art Museum, and other attractions to your itinerary. Get some cultural insight at Fortress of Suomenlinna and Ullanlinna. Museum-lovers will get to explore Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Mannerheim Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Stromforsin ruukki (in Ruotsinpyhtaa), Aurlahti Beach (in Lohja) and Sibelius Hall (in Lahti). Pack the 3rd (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's much more to do: make a trip to Hakaniemi Market, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Rock Church, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Korkeasaari Zoo, and stop by Marimekko.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Helsinki online trip planner .

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport. June in Helsinki sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.