31 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.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Bellevue Beach and Aurlahti Beach. Take a break from the city and head to Nuuksio National Park and Hietaranta Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Siltakyla (Valkmusa National Park & Huutjarvi Lake), Kotka (Fort Slava, Sapokka Water Garden, &more) and Porvoo (Porvoo Old Town, The Devil's Stairs, &more). Pack the 5th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 30th (Thu) at Serena Water Park. There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, enjoy the sand and surf at Aurinkolahti Beach, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, use the Helsinki trip app.

If you are flying in from Denmark, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to travel back home.