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 list of things to see and do now includes The National Library of Finland, Old Market Hall, Design Museum, and other attractions. Your inner history buff will appreciate Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Temppeliaukio Church and The Esplanadi Park. There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, take a stroll through Ullanlinna, and shop like a local with ARTag Gallery.

To see other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Helsinki online road trip planner.

If you are flying in from Vietnam, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. July in Helsinki sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.