8 days in Helsinki 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Valvilla Factory Museum (in Hyvinkaa), Porvoo Old Town (in Porvoo) and Holy Cross Church (in Parola). Pack the 3rd (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's still lots to do: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, don't miss a visit to The Esplanadi Park, explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, and take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Finland.

For ratings, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Helsinki online trip planner.

If you are flying in from Oman, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In December, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 3°C, while at night they dip to -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.