5 days in Vantaa Itinerary

Though technically its own city, Vantaa is considered by many to be a Helsinki suburb, and it is where most visitors land when they fly to Finland.

Venture out of the city with trips to Espoo (Nuuksio National Park & Haltia - The Finnish Nature Center), Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo & Porvoo Old Town) and Kotka (Kotka Church, Sapokka Water Garden, & more). There's lots more to do: engage your brain at Heureka, explore the striking landscape of Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto, examine the collection at Vantaa Art Museum, and walk around Kuusijarvi.

To see reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Vantaa visit planning site .

If you are flying in from Rwanda, the closest major airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport. In December, daytime highs in Vantaa are 1°C, while nighttime lows are -4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.