7 days in Helsinki Region 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.

Get some historical perspective at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral. Visiting Stand-Up Paddleboarding and Kaunissaari will get you outdoors. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Hiidenkirnut (in Askola), Tuusulanjarvi (Lake Tuusula) (in Tuusula) and Porvoo (Castle Hill, Cathedral of Porvoo, &more). There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Finland, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), and get lost in a book at The National Library of Finland.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki tour itinerary planner.

Brussels, Belgium to Helsinki is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in July, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.