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.

You'll explore and learn at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Helsinki Cathedral and The Esplanadi Park. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Espoo (Nuuksio National Park & Kaitalampi), Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa) and Tuusula (Tuusulanjarvi (Lake Tuusula) & Tuusula Church). Spend the 21st (Wed) exploring nature at Sipoonkorpi National Park. There's much more to do: admire the striking features of Temppeliaukio Church, wander the streets of Katajanokka, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and take in the pleasant sights at Uutelan luontopolku.

To find other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki trip planner.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Helsinki is an approximately 11-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of ferry and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Jeddah to Helsinki is minus 1 hour. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Jeddah in June: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around 21°C and lows are around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Loviisa.

Loviisa is a municipality and town of inhabitants on the southern coast of Finland. Do some cultural sightseeing at Söderskärin majakka and Malmgard. Get outdoors at Valkmusa National Park and Kokkovuori (Bonfire Mountain). When in Loviisa, make a side trip to see Hiidenkirnut in Askola, approximately Askola away. There's still lots to do: soothe aching muscles at Villa Mandala and see the interesting displays at The Town Museum.

To plan Loviisa vacation without wasting time, ask Klarna Trips to design an itinerary.

Drive from Helsinki to Loviisa in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June, daytime highs in Loviisa are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.