9 days in Helsinki 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.

Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Kansallisgalleria will appeal to museum buffs. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Temppeliaukio Church and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Suomen Lasimuseo (The Finnish Glass Museum) (in Riihimaki), Parola (The Parola Armour Museum & Holy Cross Church) and Hyvinkaa (Valvilla Factory Museum & The Finnish Railway Museum). Pack the 17th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, see the interesting displays at Taidekoti Kirpila, and get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

Plan my Helsinki trip by asking Inpirock to come up with tips and suggestions.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In December, plan for daily highs up to 37°F, and evening lows to 27°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.