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.

Popular historic sites such as Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and The Esplanadi Park are in your itinerary. Visiting Nuuksio National Park and Bellevue Beach will get you outdoors. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Tulliniemi Nature Path (in Hanko), Messila Ski Centre (in Hollola) and Lahti (Shopping Centre Karisma, Lahti Ski Museum, &more). Spend the 16th (Sat) exploring nature at Teijo National Park. There's still lots to do: hunt for treasures at Market Square Kauppatori, get interesting insight from Jalolautta & SUP Rentals, pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, and identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas.

To see traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip planner.

If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In January, daytime highs in Helsinki are -3°C, while nighttime lows are -9°C.