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.

Bring the kids along to The National Museum of Finland and Sea Fortress Suomenlinna. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Katajanokka and Kansallisgalleria. Venture out of the city with trips to Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo) and Heureka (in Vantaa). Pack the 1st (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's much more to do: get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), take in the spiritual surroundings of Temppeliaukio Church, kick back and relax at Aurinkolahti Beach, and explore the galleries of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

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Moscow, Russia to Helsinki is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. The time zone changes from Moscow Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Moscow in November, expect nights in Helsinki to be about the same, around 0°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can travel back home.