3-Day Finland Road Trip in Helsinki

Photo of Helsinki Cathedral over city center in spring.
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Description

Summary

Duration
3 days & 2 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
2 nights included
Car rental
3 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 3-day road trip through Finland.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Finland. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Helsinki, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Finland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Helsinki and Kotka. We'll help you experience the best 3 days in Finland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Helsinki, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Finland, including the stunning Kauppatori and Esplanadi park.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Finland. From the magnificent Katariina Seaside Park‎ to the breathtaking Sapokka and Maritime Centre Vellamo, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Helsinki and Kotka, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Finland. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Finland.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Finland. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Finland.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Finland.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Finland has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Finland. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 2 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 2 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Finland extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Finland fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Finland today!

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Included

Hotel, 2 nights
Rental car, 3 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Helsinki cityscape with Helsinki Cathedral and port, FinlandHelsinki / 2 nights
Kotka - city in FinlandKotka

Map

Attractions

Photo of scenic summer panorama of the Market Square (Kauppatori) at the Old Town pier in Helsinki, Finland.Market Square
Photo of Statue of JL Runeberg, the national poet of Finland, at Esplanadi park avenue in Helsinki, Finland.Esplanadi park
Photo of great Public park Sapokka in Kotka town, Finland.Sapokka
Katariina Seaside Park, Kotka, Kotkan–Haminan seutukunta, Kymenlaakso, Southern Finland, Mainland Finland, FinlandKatariina Seaside Park‎
Photo of the new sea museum Maritime Centre Vellamo in Kotka, Finland.Maritime Centre Vellamo
Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge, Kotka, Kotkan–Haminan seutukunta, Kymenlaakso, Southern Finland, Mainland Finland, FinlandLanginkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 3

Include flights?

Yes
No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Helsinki - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Helsinki - arrival day

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

Helsinki has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kauppatori. This attraction is a market square and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,097 visitors.

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 Helsinki, Löyly Helsinki. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,237 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Kappeli. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,294 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Kuu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 customers.

Helsinki also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Helsinki is Kaisla. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Helsinki is Liberty or Death. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 3-day vacation in Finland!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Kotka and Helsinki

Day 2

Day 2 – Kotka and Helsinki

  • Kotka
  • Helsinki
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Drive 275 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • Katariina Seaside Park‎
  • Sapokka
  • Maritime Centre Vellamo
  • Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Helsinki, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Helsinki.

Today you'll explore the city of Helsinki. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Katariina Seaside Park‎. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,357 visitors.

Sapokka is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Helsinki. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,810 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Helsinki is Maritime Centre Vellamo. This amazing attraction is a maritime museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,802 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,703 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 Helsinki.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki, like Restaurant Farang. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

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

Locals enjoy Restaurant Savotta, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Helsinki. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki, The Riff. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,017 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Beaver Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

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

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Helsinki - departure day

Day 3

Day 3 – Helsinki - departure day

  • Helsinki - Departure day
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  • Esplanadi park
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Day 3 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Helsinki 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.

Esplanadi park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Helsinki. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,022 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Helsinki at Ravintola Nerone before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 951 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Merimakasiini for your last chance at a meal in the city of Helsinki. The Restaurant Merimakasiini restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Ravintola Nokka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 744 customers.

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

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