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 Jalolautta & SUP Rentals will get you outdoors. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Messila Ski Centre (in Hollola), Hanko (Tulliniemi Nature Path & Bellevue Beach) and Lahti (Shopping Centre Karisma, Lahti Ski Museum, &more). Spend the 16th (Sat) exploring nature at Teijo National Park. There's lots more to do: browse the eclectic array of goods at Market Square Kauppatori, get outside with King's Road, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, and look for gifts at Artisaani.

To see maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Helsinki trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In January in Helsinki, expect temperatures between -3°C during the day and -9°C at night.