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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Helsinki Cathedral and Helsinki Central Railway Station. There's more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali) and admire nature's wide array of creatures at Korkeasaaren Elaintarha.

To see maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Helsinki travel planner.

Doha, Qatar to Helsinki is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Doha to Helsinki is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Doha in December, expect Helsinki to be colder, temps between 3°C and -3°C. On the 21st (Sat), you'll travel to Rovaniemi.

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

Family-friendly places like Arktikum and Santa's House of Snowmobiles will thrill your kids. The adventure continues: have some family-friendly fun at Snowman World Igloo Hotel, make a trip to Lordi's Square, get lost in a book at Rovaniemi City Library, and engage your brain at Pilke Science Centre.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Rovaniemi planner.

Traveling by combination of flight and train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train; or drive. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Helsinki in December, with highs in Rovaniemi at -6°C and lows at -13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.