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.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Mon): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Finland, get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, then deepen your knowledge of military history at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, and finally admire the masterpieces at Design Museum. On your second day here, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, get to know the fascinating history of Toolo Bay (Toolonlahti), explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, then pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

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Kingsport, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time, which is usually a 7 hour difference. Traveling from Kingsport in April, you will find days in Helsinki are colder (47°F), and nights are slightly colder (32°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

On the 17th (Wed), gain insight at Turku Cathedral, then explore the historical opulence of Turku Castle, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Vepsa Island.

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Getting from Helsinki to Turku by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. In April, daytime highs in Turku are 46°F, while nighttime lows are 30°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. On the 18th (Thu), get a taste of life in the country at Reindeer Farm Petri Mattus, examine the collection at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church.

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Traveling by flight from Turku to Inari takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Turku in April, things will get little chillier in Inari: highs are around 37°F and lows about 22°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to travel to Savonlinna.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

On the 19th (Fri), examine the collection at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kerimaki Church, step into the grandiose world of Olavinlinna Castle, then see the interesting displays at Savonlinna Provincial Museum, and finally step into the grandiose world of Savonlinna Cathedral.

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You can fly from Inari to Savonlinna in 7 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In April, Savonlinna is somewhat warmer than Inari - with highs of 44°F and lows of 28°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.