22 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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Kansallisgalleria. Get outdoors at Nuuksio National Park and Kaunissaari. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Kuhakoski Waterfall (in Nurmijarvi), Porvoo (Telegrafberget, Runeberg Park, & more) and Jarvenpaa (Jarvenpaan ortodoksinen kirkko, Jarvenpaan kirkko, & more). Next up on the itinerary: walk around Kaivopuisto, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), make a trip to The National Library of Finland, and get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland.

To find maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Helsinki online trip itinerary builder .

October in Helsinki sees daily highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to travel back home.