4 days in Helsinki & Oulu 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.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Thu): explore the different monuments and memorials at Hietaniemi Cemetery.

For more things to do, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Helsinki sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Turku Airport and Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. In October, daytime highs in Helsinki are 48°F, while nighttime lows are 35°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Oulu.

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at Pohjois-Pohjanmaan museo, then explore the landscape on two wheels at Outdoors Oulu Oy, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral.

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Traveling by flight from Helsinki to Oulu takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Helsinki in October, expect nights in Oulu to be about the same, around 33°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Helsinki.

To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Helsinki travel route planner.

Traveling by flight from Oulu to Helsinki takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Oulu in October, you will find days in Helsinki are a bit warmer (48°F), and nights are about the same (35°F).