7 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Katajanokka and Sinebrychoff Art Museum. Step off the beaten path and head to Guide-Matti and Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo). Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Paavolan Tammi (in Lohjan Island), Hanko (Tulliniemi Nature Path & Bellevue Beach) and Turku (St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel, Turku Cathedral, &more). There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Mannerheim Museum, explore the world behind art at EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Finland, and step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna.

To find photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Helsinki sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from Portugal, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In February in Helsinki, expect temperatures between 0°C during the day and -3°C at night.