8 days in Finland 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.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and The National Museum of Finland. Get a sense of the local culture at Temppeliaukio Church and The Esplanadi Park. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Hvittrask (in Kirkkonummi) and Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo). There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

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Benin City, Nigeria to Helsinki is an approximately 26-hour combination of car and flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Benin City to Helsinki is 1 hour. When traveling from Benin City in August, plan for little chillier days and colder nights in Helsinki: temperatures range from 24°C by day to 13°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 2nd (Mon) before leaving for home.