7 days in Helsinki 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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Get some cultural insight at Temppeliaukio Church and Helsinki Cathedral. Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Kotka (Beach Mansikkalahti, Linden Esplanade, &more). There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, and explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma.

To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Helsinki road trip website.

If you are flying in from Croatia, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. January in Helsinki sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can travel back home.