6 Days in Helsinki: A Nordic Adventure

Taimoor

14 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant city of Helsinki. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, stunning architecture, and picturesque landscapes. Discover hidden gems, indulge in local delicacies, and create unforgettable memories in this Nordic paradise.

Trip to Helsinki

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Aquatic Wonders and Urban Parks

$25

$ 14

CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

16 - 20 min

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Tranquil green park with a botanical garden, 19th-century greenhouse, fountains & sports fields.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Park opened in 1812 with avenues of mature trees & a stage for live music performances.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Traditional 6-day food market with indoor & outdoor stalls for fruit, veg, fish, meat & cheese.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Musical Marvels and Thrilling Rides

$38

$ 11

CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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1960s monument by Eila Hiltunen, with 600+ steel pipes forming a wave-like shape representing music.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Urban seaside park with sculptures, a birch grove & benches, plus a pond, fountain & walking paths.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Storied park with over 50 rides & roller coasters, plus a monorail & a tower with panoramic views.

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$38

Day 3Majestic Cathedrals and Artistic Treasures

$19

$ 7

CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Steps lead up to Carl Ludvig Engel's grand neoclassical cathedral, topped with an iconic green dome.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Grand 19th-century art museum with Finnish works from the 1700s onwards, plus international pieces.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$19

Day 4Underground Marvels and Contemporary Art

$32

$ 7

CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Unique church popular as a concert venue, with a copper-lined dome & rock/rubble interior walls.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Contemporary art museum & cultural center with thematic annual exhibitions, a theater & events.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$19

Day 5Historical Tales and Serene Gardens

$15

$ 11

CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Prehistoric artifacts, medieval treasures & 20th-century icons in a grandiose national museum.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

12 - 15 min

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This landscaped park with on-site restaurants & cafes offers views out to the sea & nearby islands.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Island Fortress and Exotic Wildlife

$32

$ 11

CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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World Heritage site accessed by ferry, with cannons, tunnels, a dockyard, museums & a brewery.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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33 - 40 min

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Established in 1889, a zoo with 150 species including big cats & reptiles, plus dining options.

12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $216 In total

Activities & Food:$159

Transport:$58