5-Day Finland Road Trip from Tampere to Hämeenlinna and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Tampere. You’ll stay in Tampere for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Tampere has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Koskipuisto. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,750 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 Tampere, Brewery Restaurant Plevna. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,975 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere is Restaurant Harald. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

Locals recommend Pella’s cafe as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,555 customers.

Tampere also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tampere is Moro Sky Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,550 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tampere is Beer Restaurant Konttori. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Locals also enjoy Save File - Pelaajan Olohuone. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Finland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Tampere has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Tampere by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Tampere. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Tampere, like the extraordinary Hatanpää Park Arboretum. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,785 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Tampere is the spectacular Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower. This attraction is a cafe and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,011 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Särkänniemi. This amusement park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,747 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Tampere.

Your discovery of Tampere does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Tampere on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Finland, be sure to eat at Ravintola Coussicca, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Tampere is Ravintola Borneo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Café Europa is one of the best bars in the city of Tampere for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 758 customers.

Pub Simon is another of the most popular bars in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 542 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Tampere is Bar K. Bar K has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Tampere!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Tampere. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Hämeenlinna. You’ll stay in Hämeenlinna for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Tampere’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Tampere, start your day with a visit to the amazing Finlayson Factory Area. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,941 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museum Centre Vapriikki. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,742 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Museum Centre Vapriikki welcomes 185,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Tampere Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Tampere Cathedral is a lutheran cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,454 visitors.

The lovely Moomin Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,381 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Tampere has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Hämeenlinna. Hämeenlinna 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 Popino. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,841 reviews.

The remarkable Fifth Avenue is another top restaurant in Hämeenlinna we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,432 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Topkapi Pizzeria-Kebab is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hämeenlinna, the fantastic Voudin Kellari. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Olutravintola Birger. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 289 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Juliuksen Olohuone. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 192 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 4 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 Hämeenlinna and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Tampere. You will stay in Tampere for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Hämeenlinna is the amazing The Artillery, Engineer and Signals Museum of Finland. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,210 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible observation tower, Aulanko Tower. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,589 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Hämeenlinna 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 Tampere, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Tallipihan kahvila, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

Locals also recommend Ravintola Näsinneula as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. Ravintola Näsinneula is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere is Malabadi Tammela. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

After dinner, visit Thrasherie Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 269 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kievari Kahdet Kasvot. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

Alternatively, Sailor's Bar & Grill is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 183 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Tampere 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.

Näsi Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tampere. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,304 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Tampere at Kaffila before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 664 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Venla for your last chance at a meal in the city of Tampere. The Venla restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 583 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try ROAST Rouhea Restaurang. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

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