22 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and The National Museum of Finland. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Katajanokka and Arboretum Mustila. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Hanko (Bellevue Beach & Tulliniemi Nature Path), Forssa Museum (in Forssa) and Inkoon kirkko (in Inkoo). Spend the 31st (Mon) exploring nature at Nuuksio National Park. Pack the 27th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. The adventure continues: learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, look for all kinds of wild species at Paavolan Tammi, and examine the collection at Mannerheim Museum.

To see other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Helsinki online holiday planner.

If you are flying in from Russia, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In December, daytime highs in Helsinki are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.