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.

Explore hidden gems such as Nuuksio National Park and Sinebrychoff Art Museum. Escape the urban bustle at Messila Ski Centre and Ekenas Archipelago National Park. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Heureka (in Vantaa), Porvoo (Porvoo Old Town, Runeberg Park, &more) and Musical Fountain (in Lahti). Next up on the itinerary: learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), take an in-depth tour of Finnish Aviation Museum, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, and admire the landmark architecture of Johannes Church.

Make your Helsinki itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.

If you are flying in from Italy, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. February in Helsinki sees daily highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to travel back home.