FINLAND

The following are the heritage sites, grouped into recommended gateway cities. This may help in planning on the logistics (travel and accommodation) of your journey.

HELSINKI (HEL)

Helsinki, the vibrant capital of Finland, is a striking Baltic metropolis where innovative Nordic design seamlessly merges with rugged coastal nature. Squeezed onto a peninsula surrounded by a 300-island archipelago, the city’s skyline is anchored by the iconic, green-domed Helsinki Cathedral overlooking Senate Square. Visitors can explore the historic 18th-century Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site just a short ferry ride away, or admire the unique architecture of the Temppeliaukio “Rock Church.” Infused with a world-famous coffee culture, sleek saunas like Löyly, and cutting-edge venues like the Oodi Central Library, Helsinki offers a refreshing, sophisticated seaside escape.