4 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Mannerheim Museum and Kansallisgalleria. Popular historic sites such as Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral are in your itinerary. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Raseborg Castle (in Raseborg), Loviisan kirkko (in Loviisa) and Pyhtaa Church of Saint Henry (in Pyhtaa). There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, walk around Sibelius Monument, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park.

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If you are flying in from Iceland, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. September in Helsinki sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.