10-Day Finland Road Trip from Turku traveling north to Tampere, Vaasa, Pori, and Helsinki

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Turku. You’ll stay in Turku for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Turku has many popular destinations you can explore.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku, Restaurant Kuori. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Turku is Pippurimylly. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,851 customers.

Locals recommend Pub Niska as one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,843 customers.

Turku also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Turku is Panimoravintola Koulu. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Turku is Tiirikkala. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

Locals also enjoy Walo Rooftop Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 864 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Finland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Turku. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Tampere. You’ll stay in Tampere for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Turku’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Turku, start your day with a visit to the amazing Old Great Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,995 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kupittaa. This district and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,520 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Adventure Park Seikkailupuisto to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Adventure Park Seikkailupuisto is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,819 visitors.

The lovely Turku Cathedral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,745 visitors have left this lutheran cathedral average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Turku Castle. This attraction is a castle rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,724 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Turku has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Tampere. Tampere offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Brewery Restaurant Plevna. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,975 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Harald is another top restaurant in Tampere we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ravintola Coussicca is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Tampere, the fantastic Moro Sky Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,550 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Beer Restaurant Konttori. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

On day 3 of your road trip across Finland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Turku. You’ll stay in Turku for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Unity Tampere, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Turku. This apartment has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 931 guests.

The best luxury apartment option in the city of Turku is the 4-star Forenom Serviced Apartments Tampere Pyynikki. The apartment is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 223 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Turku is the 3-star Kauppi. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,360 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Turku, like the outstanding Hatanpää Park Arboretum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,785 visitors.

Moomin Museum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Turku. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,381 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Turku is the extraordinary Koskipuisto. This park is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,750 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Museum Centre Vapriikki. Up to 185,000 people visit this attraction every year. Around 5,742 visitors have given this museum an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Näsi Park. Näsi Park is a popular park, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,304 travelers.

Come to Turku prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Turku.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Beer Restaurant Konttori, after your day of exploring the city of Turku. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Restaurant Tampella is another of the best restaurants in the city of Turku. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Turku is Café Pispala. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 879 customers.

Locals recommend Pub Golden Monkey, one of the best bars in the city of Turku, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Turku, Save File - Pelaajan Olohuone. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Ravintola Purebite is also one of the best bars in the city of Turku. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 495 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Finland.

Day 4 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Vaasa for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Turku is the amazing Luova Observation Tower. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 285 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Vanha Paukku Cultural Center. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 635 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Turku is the outstanding Wanha Markki. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 860 visitors.

The spectacular Ylistaro Church is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church building and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 220 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Finland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Vaasa, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Hejm, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vaasa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 907 customers.

Locals also recommend Strampen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vaasa. Strampen is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,385 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vaasa is Bock's Corner Brewery. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,183 customers.

After dinner, visit Littlepub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vaasa. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Niska Vasa. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 384 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!

You still have 1 night left in Vaasa.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Bodvattnet Runt Circular Trail. This incredible attraction is a landmark and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 587 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Finland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Vaasa.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Vaasa, like Illyrian's. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.

Restaurant Bacchus & Svenska Klubben is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Vaasa. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 589 customers.

Locals enjoy Ravintola 1h+k, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Vaasa. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 342 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Vaasa, Office Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 173 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Hotel Astor. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Finland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Turku. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Pori. You’ll stay in Pori for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Turku’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Turku, start your day with a visit to the amazing Villa Mairea. This much-appreciated villa and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 252 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Juselius Mausoleum. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 365 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Nature Center Ark to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Nature Center Ark is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 191 visitors.

The lovely Rosenlew Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 237 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Turku has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Pori. Pori offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Panimoravintola Beer Hunter's. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 826 reviews.

The remarkable Andalucia Restaurant is another top restaurant in Pori we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 681 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 7 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Turku and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Helsinki. You will stay in Helsinki for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Turku is the amazing Pelle Hermanni playground. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,770 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church building, Central Pori Church. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 491 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Turku is the outstanding Leineperi Ironworks. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 628 visitors.

The spectacular Emil Cedercreutz Museum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating art museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 257 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Turku by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Finland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Helsinki, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Löyly Helsinki, one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,237 customers.

Locals also recommend Kappeli as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. Kappeli is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,294 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Kuu. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 customers.

After dinner, visit Kaisla, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Liberty or Death. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!

On day 8 of your road trip across Finland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Turku. You’ll stay in Turku for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Valo Hotel Helsinki, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Turku. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,311 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Turku is the 5-star Marski by Scandic. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,399 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Turku is the 3-star Forenom Serviced Apartments Helsinki Lauttasaari. This 3-star apartment has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Turku, like the outstanding Kaivopuisto. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,621 visitors.

Kauppatori is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Turku. This incredible attraction is a market square and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,097 visitors.

Come to Turku prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Turku.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Farang, after your day of exploring the city of Turku. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

Restaurant HOKU is another of the best restaurants in the city of Turku. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Turku is Restaurant Savotta. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

Locals recommend The Riff, one of the best bars in the city of Turku, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,017 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Turku, Beaver Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

Base Bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Turku. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Finland.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Turku. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Turku. You’ll stay in Turku for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Turku’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Turku, start your day with a visit to the amazing Helsinki Cathedral. This much-appreciated lutheran cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,211 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Senate Square. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,455 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Esplanadi park to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Esplanadi park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,022 visitors.

The lovely Temppeliaukio Church is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 11,662 visitors have left this cave church average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Sibelius Monument. This attraction is a sculpture rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 6,019 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Turku has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Turku. Turku offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Delhi Darbar. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,697 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Tintå is another top restaurant in Turku we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,446 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Blanko is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Turku, the fantastic Uusi Apteekki Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 770 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Hügge. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Kerttulin Kievari. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 216 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 10 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Turku before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Turku and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Finland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Turku at Nerå before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,325 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Panimoravintola Koulu for your last chance at a meal in the city of Turku. The Panimoravintola Koulu restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Viking Restaurant Harald. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Turku. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Finland!