9 days in Helsinki Region 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Sea Fortress Suomenlinna. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Mannerheim Museum and Katajanokka. Venture out of the city with trips to Heureka (in Vantaa) and Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo & Porvoo Old Town). Pack the 30th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria, take a stroll through Ullanlinna, take in the spiritual surroundings of Temppeliaukio Church, and learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo).

For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Helsinki online trip itinerary planner.

Montreal, Canada to Helsinki is an approximately 14- hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or do a combination of flight and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Montreal to Helsinki is 7 hours. In September, Helsinki is little chillier than Montreal - with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to travel back home.