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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral. Kids will appreciate attractions like Temppeliaukio Church and The Esplanadi Park. When in Helsinki, make a side trip to see Nuuksio National Park in Espoo, approximately Espoo away. Pack the 24th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's much more to do: take a stroll through Katajanokka, steep yourself in history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, enjoy the sand and surf at Hietaranta Beach, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki vacation maker tool.

If you are flying in from Norway, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in July, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.