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.

Visit Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church for their historical value. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Helsinki Cathedral and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Teijo National Park (in Pernio), Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo) and Jarvenpaan Taidemuseo (in Jarvenpaa). Pack the 25th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. The adventure continues: get a taste of the local shopping with Market Square Kauppatori, get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park, walk around Riverside Park, and wander the streets of Katajanokka.

To see maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Helsinki online tour itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In July in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 71°F during the day and 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.