8 days in Helsinki Region 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.

Get some cultural insight at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and The Esplanadi Park. Get outdoors at Nuuksio National Park and Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. Step out of Helsinki to go to Espoo and see Arctic Expedition, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), look for gifts at Artisaani, and buy something for everyone on your list at Kamppi Shopping Centre.

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Lisbon, Portugal to Helsinki is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Lisbon to Helsinki. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Lisbon in April; daily highs in Helsinki reach °C and lows reach °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.