i thought that it was entirely completely awesome. downtown helsinki was really cool. i loved turku. that city is just ME. i felt really at home and happy while i was there...the scenery, and archeticture, and everything was awesome. i loved the coffee shops, the gym i trained at, and the public transportation.
as far as "touristy" things go...i went to a sauna that was amazing. soooo HOT. and you walk outside and can jump into the baltic sea. which was COLD!!1 so cold.
the cathedral in turku is a must if you ever are there.