8 days in Finland Itinerary

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Family-friendly places like Yyteri Beach and Tampereen Tuomiokirkko will thrill your kids. Step off the beaten path and head to Hatanpaa Arboretum and Nasinneula Tower. Pack the 23rd (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Sarkanniemi Theme Park. There's more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower and examine the collection at Vapriikin Museokeskus.

To find photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Tampere trip planner.

Manchester, UK to Tampere is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Manchester to Tampere, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around °C in August, and nighttime lows around °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to drive to Helsinki.

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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Porvoo Old Town. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Temppeliaukio Church and Helsinki Cathedral. Take a break from Helsinki with a short trip to Heureka in Vantaa, about 32 minutes away. Pack the 26th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Next up on the itinerary: explore the galleries of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, admire the landmark architecture of Helsinki Central Railway Station, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

To see traveler tips, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, use the Helsinki travel route tool.

Drive from Tampere to Helsinki in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.