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 Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Get outdoors at Nuuksio National Park and Arctic Expedition. Step out of Helsinki to go to Vantaa and see Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto, which is approximately 30 minutes away. There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, buy something for everyone on your list at Kamppi Shopping Centre, look for gifts at Artisaani, and head outdoors with Haagan Alppiruusupuisto.

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Lisbon, Portugal to Helsinki is an approximately 8-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 9°C and lows reach 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.