4 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.

Get outdoors at Nuuksio National Park and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church. Step out of Helsinki to go to Vantaa and see Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto, which is approximately 30 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: get a taste of the local shopping with Market Square Kauppatori, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral.

For ratings, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Helsinki tour site.

If you are flying in from Estonia, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In June, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.