5 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 get in some beach time at Bellevue Beach and Beach Mansikkalahti. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: EKTA museum (in Raseborg), Linden Esplanade (in Kotka) and Pyhtaa Church of Saint Henry (in Pyhtaa). And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, take a stroll through Katajanokka, get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park, and get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

To find traveler tips, ratings, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Helsinki online attractions planner.

If you are flying in from South Korea, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. December in Helsinki sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can travel back home.