5 days in Helsinki Region 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Popular historic sites such as Temppeliaukio Church and Helsinki Cathedral are in your itinerary. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo) and Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa). There's much more to do: take a stroll through Katajanokka, admire the masterpieces at Alvar Aalto's studio, stroll through Hietaranta Beach, and brush up on your military savvy at Submarine Vesikko.

For where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Helsinki holiday maker website.

Warsaw, Poland to Helsinki is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Warsaw to Helsinki. Traveling from Warsaw in September, things will get slightly colder in Helsinki: highs are around 19°C and lows about 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can travel back home.