27 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 Katajanokka and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Bellevue Beach and Lehman. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo), Kotka (Linden Esplanade, Maritime Centre Vellamo, &more) and Porvoo (The Devil's Stairs, Cathedral of Porvoo, &more). Spend the 29th (Wed) exploring nature at Valkmusa National Park. Spend the 2nd (Sun) exploring nature at Ekenas Archipelago National Park. The adventure continues: hunt for treasures at Hakaniemi Market, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, admire the masterpieces at Sinebrychoff Art Museum, and expand your understanding of the military at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna.

For more things to do, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, use the Helsinki trip planning website.

If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around °C in May, and nighttime lows around °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.