17 days in Helsinki & Kirkkonummi 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Kansallisgalleria. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Arboretum Mustila and Katajanokka. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Kotka (Riverside Park, Santalahti Nature Trail, &more), Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area (in Kouvola) and Porvoo (The Devil's Stairs, Castle Hill, &more). Spend the 23rd (Tue) exploring nature at Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. Pack the 21st (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's lots more to do: explore the galleries of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Temppeliaukio Church, stroll the grounds of Hietaniemi Cemetery, and get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo).

To see maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Helsinki online trip builder.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In April, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Kirkkonummi.

Kirkkonummi is a municipality of inhabitants in southern Finland. Start off your visit on the 1st (Wed): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Ekenas Archipelago National Park.

To see ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Kirkkonummi day trip planning website.

Kirkkonummi is very close to Helsinki. April in Kirkkonummi sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Thu) to allow enough time to drive back home.