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Sample 3-day itinerary for Helsinki:
Day 1:

- Senate Square (Senaatintori): Admire the city’s main square with the iconic Helsinki Cathedral and neoclassical architecture.
- Helsinki Cathedral (Helsingin tuomiokirkko): Visit the beautiful white Lutheran cathedral, a symbol of Helsinki with stunning views of the city.
- University Library (Kaisa-talo): See the modern university library with its impressive architecture.
- Market Square (Kauppatori): Stroll through the traditional seaside marketplace where you can find fresh fish, fruit, local produce and souvenirs.
- Uspenski Cathedral (Uspenskin katedraali): Explore the largest Orthodox cathedral in Western Europe with its distinctive red bricks and golden domes.

Day 2:
- Suomenlinna Fortress: Take a short boat ride to Suomenlinna Island, a historic UNESCO-listed fortress with tunnels, museums and beautiful views.
- Kiasma Museum of Modern Art: Return to the city centre and explore modern Finnish and international art in the unique Kiasma building.
- National Museum of Finland (Kansallismuseo): Discover Finnish history and culture from prehistoric times to the present day in this fascinating museum.
- Temppeliaukio Church: Visit a church carved into a natural rock with unique acoustics and atmosphere.
- Esplanadi Park: Relax in this popular city park, ideal for strolling, sitting in cafes and watching street performers.

Day 3:
- Design District Helsinki: Explore the creative district full of designer shops, galleries and cafes where you can buy local products and souvenirs.
- Hietalahti Market Hall: Sample local specialties inside the historic market hall, which offers a variety of delicacies and handicrafts.
- Seurasaari Open-Air Museum: Visit the island’s open-air museum, where you can see traditional Finnish wooden houses and learn more about life in the Finnish countryside.
- Olympic Stadium: Stop by the 1952 Olympic Stadium, where the Olympic Games were held, and climb the tower for views of the city.
- Oodi – Helsinki Central Library: End the day in one of the most modern libraries in the world, offering fascinating architecture and a pleasant space to relax.