30 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.

Get in touch with nature at Stand-Up Paddleboarding and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Discover out-of-the-way places like Nuuksio National Park and Hakaniemi Market. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Kuhakoski Waterfall (in Nurmijarvi), Vantaa (Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto & Heureka) and Arctic Expedition (in Espoo). Spend the 16th (Wed) surrounded by wildlife at Tuusulanjarvi (Lake Tuusula). And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, wander the streets of Katajanokka, identify plant and animal life at Laajalahti Nature Reserve, and pause for some serene contemplation at Kallio Church.

For maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip maker tool.

London, UK to Helsinki is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a 2 hour difference. In June, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Loviisa.

Loviisa is a municipality and town of inhabitants on the southern coast of Finland. Visiting Valkmusa National Park and Huutjarvi Lake will get you outdoors. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Porvoo Old Town and Kokkovuori (Bonfire Mountain). Change things up with these side-trips from Loviisa: Hiidenkirnut (in Askola) and Cathedral of Porvoo (in Porvoo). There's more to do: revel in the low prices at Brunberg Candy Factory Shop and make a trip to Söderskärin majakka.

For traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Loviisa day trip planning app.

You can drive from Helsinki to Loviisa in 1.5 hours. June in Loviisa sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Wed) so you can travel back home.