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.

Attractions like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church make great kid-friendly stops. Popular historic sites such as The Aalto House and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum are in your itinerary. Step out of Helsinki with an excursion to Heureka in Vantaa--about 32 minutes away. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Katajanokka, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and steep yourself in history at Mannerheim Museum.

To see maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Helsinki trip planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Expect a daytime high around 37°F in December, and nighttime lows around 27°F.