8 days in Finland Itinerary

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

Visiting Yyteri Beach and Riihiniemen Uimaranta will get you outdoors. Shop till you drop at Vitikkala Manor and Pori Art Museum. Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Rauhaniemi Beach, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, shop like a local with Galleria Ronga, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

Before you visit Tampere, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Minneapolis, USA to Tampere is an approximately 20.5-hour flight. You'll lose 8 hours traveling from Minneapolis to Tampere due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Minneapolis in June, expect Tampere to be little chillier, temps between 64°F and 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to catch the train 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.

Head to Market Square Kauppatori and Liopro Finland - Handmade Souvenirfor plenty of shopping. Visiting Nuuksio National Park and Aurinkolahti Beach will get you outdoors. The adventure continues: brush up on your military savvy at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, wander the streets of Katajanokka, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukion Church.

To find where to stay and other tourist information, go to the Helsinki holiday planning website .

Take a train from Tampere to Helsinki in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 65°F in June, and nighttime lows around 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.