Has your Windows screensaver got you dreaming of a night under the Northern Lights? Stop dreaming and prepare your eyeballs because a holiday to Finland's capital of Helsinki will allow you to see the Northern Lights in all of its kaleidoscopic beauty IRL. If your neck gets sore from looking up, you'll be happy to hear that Helsinki also has plenty to keep you entertained on land. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Suomenlinna Sea Fortress or get lost in the city as you seek out a picture in front of the towering Helsinki Cathedral and Temppeliaukion Church. Aside from serving as a unique place to indulge in a city break packed with market squares and nordic architecture, Helsinki also acts as a gateway to the Baltic Sea and Finland's epic archipelago of islands. Oh, and Santa is from Finland, so it is already infinitely cooler than any other destination. Intrigued and on the hunt for your next computer screensaver? Sharpen up those photography skills and book your Helsinki holiday package today.
- What to take on holiday to Helsinki?
When packing for a trip to Helsinki, don't forget the essentials like your visa, passport, chargers, camera, some euro and the correct power adaptor. Clothing wise, check out the seasonality guides and pack to suit the conditions - aka plenty of layers for winter and lighter options for summer. Other necessities include a walking shoes, hat, sunglasses and a good pair of jeans. Heading over for Christmas? Don’t forget to practice your penmenship and prepare your list for Santa.
- When is the best time to visit Helsinki?
Helsinki offers travellers the chance to experience all four seasons, with mild spring temperatures from March until May, endless warm days from June to August, pleasant but overcast weather between September and November, and a cold winter from December until March. When you choose to go depends on what you’re hoping to experience. It’s also worth remembering that winter months do have limited daylight, with the sun setting around 3:30 pm.
- Where to go on holiday in Helsinki?
Helsinki is an incredibly walkable city that is best explored on foot. With this in mind, travellers generally opt to stay in Kluuvi, Kamppi and Kaartinkaupunki.
- What is there to do in Helsinki?
Helsinki is a travellers haven, with plenty of activities and experiences to keep you occupied for days. While you’re there, don’t forget to explore the history of Suomenlonna Sea Fortress, appreciate the Nordic architecture of Temppleiaukion Church, pay Santa a visit during Christmas and explore the surrounding Baltic islands.
- How do I go about cancelling my Helsinki holiday package?
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- How to find the best holiday package to Helsinki?
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