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.

Kids will enjoy Temppeliaukio Church and Helsinki Cathedral. Pack the 22nd (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. And it doesn't end there: explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence, explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, and appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park.

To see more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Helsinki online visit planner.

Cardiff, UK to Helsinki is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 2 hours. In May, daytime highs in Helsinki are 18°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to travel back home.