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 cultural insight at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral. Get in touch with nature at Nuuksio National Park and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Change things up with a short trip to Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto in Vantaa (about 30 minutes away). There's lots more to do: get a taste of the local shopping with Market Square Kauppatori, browse the different shops at Kamppi Shopping Centre, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and walk around Dianapuisto.

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New York City, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Eastern European Time, which is usually a 7 hour difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from New York City in June; daily highs in Helsinki reach 65°F and lows reach 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.