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.

You'll get in some beach time at Bellevue Beach and Aurinkolahti Beach. Your inner history buff will appreciate Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa), Teijo National Park (in Pernio) and Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo). And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at Temppeliaukio Church, appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park, take a stroll through Katajanokka, and view the masterpieces at Galerie Forsblom.

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If you are flying in from Brazil, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In July in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.