6 days in Jyvaskyla, Porvoo & Helsinki Itinerary

Jyväskylä is a city and municipality in Finland and in the western part of the Finnish Lakeland. Start off your visit on the 15th (Thu): test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then look for gifts at Punnitse & Saasta, then explore the world behind art at Jyvaskyla Art Museum, and finally find something for the whole family at Nokkakivi Amusement Park.

To find traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Jyvaskyla online trip planner .

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Jyvaskyla. In November in Jyvaskyla, expect temperatures between 1°C during the day and -2°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Helsinki.

Porvoo, one of Finland's oldest and prettiest towns, boasts cobbled streets, famous red-brick warehouses, and a charming river.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Runeberg Park, steep yourself in history at The Runeberg Home, see the interesting displays at Porvoo Museum/Holm House, then get to know the fascinating history of Castle Hill, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Porvoo, and finally don't miss a visit to Porvoo Old Town. On the next day, pause for some serene contemplation at Loviisan kirkko, take a leisurely stroll along Laivasilta, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pyhtaa Church of Saint Henry, then contemplate the long history of Ungern and Rosen Fortresses, and finally revel in the low prices at Brunberg Candy Factory Shop.

To find traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Porvoo trip itinerary builder website .

Getting from Jyvaskyla to Porvoo by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 5°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to drive to Helsinki.

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.

Pack the 19th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Rock Church, tour the pleasant surroundings at Sibelius Monument, appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park, and explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip planner .

Getting from Porvoo to Helsinki by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In November in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 5°C during the day and 0°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to drive back home.