4-Day Finland Road Trip from Helsinki to Tampere

Photo of wooden Bridge Leading To Buildings Of Former Barracks On Territory Of Naval Suomenlinna Fortress Near Helsinki.
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Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-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 and 1 night in Tampere, 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 Tampere. We'll help you experience the best 4 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 Esplanadi park and Kauppatori.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have 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 Helsinki Cathedral to the breathtaking Senate Square and Temppeliaukio Church, 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 Tampere, 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 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 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. 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, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 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
Aerial view of the Tampere city at sunset. Tampella building. View over Tammerkoski river in warm sunlight.Tampere / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of scenic summer panorama of the Market Square (Kauppatori) at the Old Town pier in Helsinki, Finland.Market Square
Senate Square, Kruununhaka, Southern major district, Helsinki, Helsinki sub-region, Uusimaa, Southern Finland, Mainland Finland, FinlandSenate Square
Photo of Statue of JL Runeberg, the national poet of Finland, at Esplanadi park avenue in Helsinki, Finland.Esplanadi park
Photo of aerial View of Temppeliaukio Church, Helsinki, Finland.Temppeliaukio Church
Photo of Helsinki Cathedral over city center in spring, Finland.Helsinki Cathedral
Photo of the Kaivopuisto park and Harakka island on the background, Helsinki, Finland.Kaivopuisto
Photo of Sibelius Monument (artist Eila Hiltunen, 1967) dedicated to Finnish composer Jean Sibelius in Helsinki Sibelius Park, it consists more than 600 hollow steel pipes, Helsinki, Finland.Sibelius Monument
Photo of Vapriikki Museum, Tampella building. View over Tammerkoski river in warm sunlight, Tampere, Finland.Museum Centre Vapriikki
Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower, Tampere, Tampereen seutukunta, Pirkanmaa, Western and Central Finland, Mainland Finland, FinlandPyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower
Koskipuisto ParkKoskipuisto
Hatanpää Park Arboretum, Tampere, Tampereen seutukunta, Pirkanmaa, Western and Central Finland, Mainland Finland, FinlandHatanpää Park Arboretum
Finlayson Factory Area, Tampere, Tampereen seutukunta, Pirkanmaa, Western and Central Finland, Mainland Finland, FinlandFinlayson Factory Area

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Car

Small car

Small car

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small car
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Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

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premium car
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Day 1 - Helsinki - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Helsinki - arrival day

  • Helsinki - Arrival Day
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  • Esplanadi park
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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 Esplanadi park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,022 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 4-day vacation in Finland!

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Experiences

Day 2 - Helsinki and Tampere

Day 2

Day 2 - Helsinki and Tampere

  • Helsinki
  • Tampere
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Drive 185 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • Market Square
  • Helsinki Cathedral
  • Senate Square
  • Temppeliaukio Church
  • Sibelius Monument
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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 Helsinki. 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 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Helsinki’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Helsinki, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kauppatori. This much-appreciated market square and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,097 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Helsinki Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,211 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Senate Square to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Senate Square is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,455 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 Helsinki 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!

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Day 3 - Tampere and Helsinki

Day 3

Day 3 - Tampere and Helsinki

  • Tampere
  • Helsinki
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Drive 186 km, 2 hours 30 min

  • Koskipuisto
  • Museum Centre Vapriikki
  • Finlayson Factory Area
  • Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower
  • Hatanpää Park Arboretum
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Day 3 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 Tampere and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Helsinki. You will stay in Helsinki for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Tampere is the amazing Koskipuisto. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,750 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Museum Centre Vapriikki. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,742 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Museum Centre Vapriikki welcomes around 185,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Tampere is the outstanding Hatanpää Park Arboretum. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,785 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Tampere 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 Restaurant Farang, one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant HOKU as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. Restaurant HOKU is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Savotta. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

After dinner, visit The Riff, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki. 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 like Beaver Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

Alternatively, Base Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

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

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Day 4 - Helsinki - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 - Helsinki - departure day

  • Helsinki - Departure Day
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  • Kaivopuisto
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Day 4 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.

Kaivopuisto is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Helsinki. This neighbourhood of helsinki and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,621 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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