18 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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Temppeliaukio Church and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Step out of Helsinki with an excursion to Ekenas Archipelago National Park in Raseborg--about 1h 10 min away. Pack the 26th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Next up on the itinerary: hunt for treasures at Market Square Kauppatori, don't miss a visit to Old Market Hall, explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria, and steep yourself in history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

To find more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Helsinki day trip app.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Expect a daytime high around °C in June, and nighttime lows around °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.