8 days in Lakeland Itinerary

Hämeenlinna is a city and municipality of about inhabitants in the heart of the historical province of Häme in the south of Finland. Explore Hameenlinna's surroundings by going to Tampere (Church of St. Alexander Nevsky and St. Nicholas, Sarkanniemi Theme Park, &more) and Viihdeuimala Vesihelmi (in Forssa). There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Birthplace of Jean Sibelius, find something for the whole family at Ahvenisto, and pause for some serene contemplation at Hauhon kirkko.

To find more things to do, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Hameenlinna trip planner.

New York City, USA to Hameenlinna is an approximately 21-hour combination of flight and car. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from New York City to Hameenlinna due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New York City in July, expect nights in Hameenlinna to be colder, around 13°C, while days are little chillier, around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) so you can travel to Joensuu.

Joensuu is a city and municipality in North Karelia in the province of Eastern Finland. Change things up with these side-trips from Joensuu: Koli National Park (Pielinen, Ukko-Koli, &more). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Joensuu Church, tour the pleasant surroundings at Utra Beach, and enjoy the sand and surf at Honkaniemi Beach.

To see ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Joensuu trip planner.

Explore your travel options from Hameenlinna to Joensuu with the Route module. In July, daytime highs in Joensuu are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can travel back home.