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.

Visiting Nuuksio National Park and Bellevue Beach will get you outdoors. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa), Paavolan Tammi (in Lohjan Island) and Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area (in Kouvola). And it doesn't end there: look for all kinds of wild species at Arboretum Mustila, admire the striking features of Helsinki Central Railway Station, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence.

For more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Helsinki online driving holiday planner.

If you are flying in from Turkey, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In September, daytime highs in Helsinki are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) early enough to travel back home.