7 days in Helsinki & Rovaniemi 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 18th (Mon): admire the landmark architecture of Rock Church, learn about all things military at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, then pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence.

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Istanbul, Turkey to Helsinki is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or drive. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Time (EET) to Eastern European Time (EET) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Istanbul in March, expect nights in Helsinki to be cooler, around -5°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can travel to Helsinki.

Enjoy Helsinki some more: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), hunt for treasures at Old Market Hall, explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, and test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

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Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) to allow time to travel to Rovaniemi.

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

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Fri): make a trip to Marttiinin Wanha Tehdas, then look for gifts at LAURI, then see Santa Claus Office, and finally get in on the family fun at Santa Claus Village.

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You can fly from Helsinki to Rovaniemi in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or drive. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Helsinki in March; daily highs in Rovaniemi reach -1°C and lows reach -9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can travel back home.