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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Temppeliaukio Church and Helsinki Cathedral. Change things up with a short trip to Heureka in Vantaa (about 32 minutes away). The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, admire the striking features of Helsinki Central Railway Station, meet the residents at Korkeasaaren Elaintarha, and take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

For photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Helsinki online itinerary builder.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Helsinki is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Dubai to Helsinki due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Dubai in August, things will get much colder in Helsinki: highs are around 24°C and lows about 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): find something for the whole family at Vaski Adventure Island, get your game on at Moomin World, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral. Keep things going the next day: examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, enjoy the sand and surf at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, then take an in-depth tour of Ett Hem Museum, then get engrossed in the history at Turku Castle, and finally tour in harmony with nature at Bike Rental - by Carfield.

For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, read Turku online attractions planner.

You can drive from Helsinki to Turku in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in September, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can drive to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

On the 4th (Wed), identify plant and animal life at Hatanpaa Arboretum and then get in on the family fun at Sarkanniemi Theme Park. On the 5th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Rauhaniemi Beach, kick back and relax at Riihiniemen Uimaranta, and then contemplate the long history of Amuri Museum of Workers' Housing.

To find where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Tampere trip itinerary maker tool.

Traveling by car from Turku to Tampere takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in September, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can travel back home.