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.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Room Escape Games, Sinebrychoff Art Museum, Adventure Park Korkee, and other attractions you added. You'll get in some beach time at Bellevue Beach and Aurlahti Beach. Head to Old Market Hall and Kamppi Shopping Centrefor some retail therapy. Venture out of the city with trips to Stromforsin Ruukki (in Ruotsinpyhtaa), Paavolan Tammi (in Lohjan Island) and Sibelius Hall (in Lahti). Pack the 3rd (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, and get outside with King's Road.

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If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In June, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.