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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral. Get outdoors at Aurinkolahti Beach and Korkeasaari Zoo. Go for a jaunt from Helsinki to Espoo to see Nuuksio National Park about 46 minutes away. Pack the 17th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Hietaranta Beach, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), steep yourself in history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria.

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Toulouse, France to Helsinki is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Time to Eastern European Time is 1 hour. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Toulouse in February, with highs in Helsinki at 0°C and lows at -3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can travel back home.