18 days in Helsinki Region 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.

We've included these beaches for you: Aurinkolahti Beach and Hietaranta Beach. You'll explore and learn at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo). Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Porvoo (Nasin Kartanon Galleria, Cathedral of Porvoo, & more), Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo) and Vantaa (Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto & Heureka). There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at The Aalto House, take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Finland, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, and get a taste of the local shopping with Hakaniemi Market.

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Athens, Greece to Helsinki is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Athens in August; daily highs in Helsinki reach 24°C and lows reach 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can travel back home.