9 days in Finland 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.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): take in nature's colorful creations at Observatory Hill Park. Keep things going the next day: get a taste of the local shopping with Market Square Kauppatori, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, then step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

To find more things to do, maps, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Helsinki visit app.

London, UK to Helsinki is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from London to Helsinki, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can go by car to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Turku Cathedral, then examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, then step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle, and finally get your game on at Moomin World. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll through Bike Rental - by Carfield, then make a trip to Naantali Old Town, and then trek along The Archipelago Trail.

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You can drive from Helsinki to Turku in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In June, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can drive to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): take in the dramatic natural features at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site. On the 25th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Vaasa Car & Motor Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Mustasaaren kirkko, see the interesting displays at Pohjanmaan Museo - Osterbottens Museum, then examine the collection at Terranova, and finally take in the pleasant sights at Saltkaret.

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Getting from Turku to Vaasa by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: fly; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in June, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can travel to Rovaniemi.

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Wed): get a taste of life in the country at Napapiirin Porofarmi, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, then stop by LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier, and finally make a trip to Santa Claus Village. Keep things going the next day: capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour and then look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Rovaniemi trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Vaasa to Rovaniemi by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can travel back home.