16 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.

Explore hidden gems such as Turku Castle and Nuuksio National Park. Popular historic sites such as Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Mannerheim Museum are in your itinerary. Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Porvoo (Brunberg Candy Factory Shop, Cathedral of Porvoo, &more), Turku (Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, &more) and Laurinmaki Crofter's Museum (in Janakkala). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Sinebrychoff Art Museum, get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland, contemplate the long history of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and look for gifts at Academic Bookstore (Akateeminen Kirjakauppa).

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Helsinki travel itinerary planner.

Adelaide, Australia to Helsinki is an approximately 26-hour flight. You'll gain 7.5 hours traveling from Adelaide to Helsinki due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Adelaide in December, things will get colder in Helsinki: highs are around 3°C and lows about -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.