19 days in Helsinki Region Itinerary

Loviisa is a municipality and town of inhabitants on the southern coast of Finland. Take a break from the city and head to Valkmusa National Park and Kokonniemi. Change things up with a short trip to Hiidenkirnut in Askola (about 50 minutes away). There's more to do: indulge in some personalized pampering at Villa Mandala and visit a coastal fixture at Söderskärin majakka.

To find traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Loviisa day trip planning site.

Varna, Bulgaria to Loviisa is an approximately 7.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. In November, Loviisa is slightly colder than Varna - with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sat) so you can 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.

Step out of the city life by going to Dive Finland Oy and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Aurinkolahti Beach and Hietaranta Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Helsinki: Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo), Tuusula (Tuusulanjarvi (Lake Tuusula) & Halosenniemi Museum) and Escape room ExitCenter.fi (in Jarvenpaa). Spend the 30th (Mon) exploring nature at Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, admire the striking features of Temppeliaukio Church, get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, and explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria.

To see traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Helsinki online tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Loviisa to Helsinki in 1.5 hours. In November, plan for daily highs up to 5°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.