17 days in Helsinki Region Itinerary

Loviisa is a municipality and town of inhabitants on the southern coast of Finland. Venture out of the city with trips to Valkmusa National Park (in Siltakyla), Hiidenkirnut (in Askola) and Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo, Porvoo Old Town, &more). There's still lots to do: enjoy the sea views from Söderskärin majakka, look for gifts at Riimikko, and pause for some serene contemplation at Loviisan kirkko.

To see reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Loviisa tour planner.

Warsaw, Poland to Loviisa is an approximately 6.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Warsaw in November: high temperatures in Loviisa hover around 3°C and lows are around -1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Helsinki.

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.

Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo), Vantaa (VM Karting Center & Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto) and Halosenniemi Museum (in Tuusula). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, make a trip to Senate Square, get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral.

For ratings, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip planner.

Traveling by car from Loviisa to Helsinki takes 1.5 hours. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Loviisa in December: highs in Helsinki hover around 3°C, while lows dip to -3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can travel back home.