8 days in Helsinki Region & Mariehamn 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.

Pack the 22nd (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria, and appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park.

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Singapore, Singapore to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Singapore to Helsinki. Traveling from Singapore in November, things will get cooler in Helsinki: highs are around °C and lows about °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to travel to Mariehamn.

Mariehamn is the capital of Åland, an autonomous territory under Finnish sovereignty. Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, take in the waterfront at The Maritime Quarter, thendon't miss a visit to Bomarsund, thenexamine the collection at Kastelholm Castle, and finally explore the historical opulence of Jan Karlsgården Outdoor museum Jan Karlsgården. Keep things going the next day: catch a live event at Wiklof Holding Arena, head off the coast to Kobba Klintar, thenbrush up on your military savvy at Aland Maritime Museum, and finally examine the collection at Museumship Pommern.

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You can fly from Helsinki to Mariehamn in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or ride a ferry. In November, daytime highs in Mariehamn are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.