9 days in Helsinki & Hanko 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Cathedral of Porvoo and Temppeliaukion Church. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Nuuksio National Park and Maritime Centre Vellamo. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Porvoo (Runeberg Park & Porvoo Old Town), Sapokka Water Garden (in Kotka) and St Michael Church (in Pernaja). There's still lots to do: browse the exhibits of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, and contemplate the long history of The Aalto House.

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Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Helsinki. In July, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Hanko.

Hanko is a bilingual port town and municipality on the south coast of Finland, 130km west of Helsinki. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Thu): walk around Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen, then enjoy breathtaking views from Hanko Water Tower, and then kick back and relax at Bellevue Beach.

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Drive from Helsinki to Hanko in 2 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.