4 days in Helsinki & Turku 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.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), then steep yourself in history at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, then make a trip to Senate Square, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, and finally stroll through The Esplanadi Park.

To see photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Helsinki vacation planner.

Bratislava, Slovakia to Helsinki is an approximately 6.5-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Bratislava to Helsinki. Traveling from Bratislava in July, expect Helsinki to be slightly colder, temps between 25°C and 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Tue): step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle.

To find ratings, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Turku trip maker.

Traveling by car from Helsinki to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In July in Turku, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can travel back home.