7 days in Finland 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.

Let the collections at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum capture your imagination. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Katajanokka and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Step out of Helsinki to go to Espoo and see Nuuksio National Park, which is approximately 48 minutes away. The adventure continues: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, and kick back and relax at Hietaranta Beach.

To find photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Helsinki online trip itinerary planner.

Newark, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 14-hour combination of car and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Newark to Helsinki. When traveling from Newark in February, plan for a bit cooler days in Helsinki, with highs around °F, while nights are about the same with lows around °F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) early enough to drive to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Thu): kick back and relax at Rauhaniemi Beach and then kick back and relax at Riihiniemen Uimaranta.

To see maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Tampere trip planning site.

You can drive from Helsinki to Tampere in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Helsinki in February, Tampere is slightly colder at night with lows of °F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Levi.

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Fri): grab your bike and head to Levi Ski Resort.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, use the Levi trip planning app.

You can fly from Tampere to Levi in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or drive. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Tampere in February, with highs in Levi at °F and lows at °F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Rovaniemi.

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sat): see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.

For reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Rovaniemi itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Levi to Rovaniemi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Rovaniemi can reach °F, while at night they dip to °F. On the 16th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.