7-Day Finland Road Trip from Helsinki traveling east to Mikkeli, Lappeenranta, and Kotka

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Helsinki. You’ll stay in Helsinki for 3 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, Kappeli. The restaurant 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 Lappi Ravintola. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,870 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 Löyly Helsinki. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,237 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Helsinki is Kaisla. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

Locals also enjoy Roasberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,256 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Finland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Helsinki has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Helsinki 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 Helsinki. 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 Helsinki, like the extraordinary Uspenski Cathedral. This attraction is an eastern orthodox cathedral and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,146 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Helsinki, which gets around 400,000 annual visits, is the spectacular Ateneum. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,449 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Finnish Museum of Natural History. This natural history museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,155 visitors.

Temppeliaukio Church is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This cave church is a popular destination among visitors in Helsinki. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,662 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Helsinki does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Helsinki 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 Ragu, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 924 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Helsinki is the popular Restaurant Farang. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant HOKU. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, One Pint Pub is one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 796 customers.

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

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Vltava. Restaurant Vltava has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,124 customers.

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

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 Helsinki. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Mikkeli. You’ll stay in Mikkeli 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 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 Helsinki Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Helsinki Cathedral is a lutheran cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,211 visitors.

The lovely Korkeasaari Zoo is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,452 visitors have left this zoo average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 498,266 visits every year.

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 Mikkeli. Mikkeli 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 Tertti Manor. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,090 reviews.

The remarkable Eepin Grilli is another top restaurant in Mikkeli we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 745 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Fernando's Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 777 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Mikkeli, the fantastic bar Dom. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Jälkipeli Pub, Karaoke, Sports Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 430 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Mikkelin Keskusbaari Oy. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 235 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 Savonlinna and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lappeenranta. You will stay in Lappeenranta for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Savonlinna is the amazing Savonlinna Market Square. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,683 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, The Johanna Oras Art Manor. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 282 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Savonlinna is the outstanding Lusto – The Finnish Forest Museum. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,571 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Kitchen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

Locals also recommend Angus Steak & Wine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. Angus Steak & Wine is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 739 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta is Kehruuhuone Oy. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

After dinner, visit Ravintola Teerenpeli, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ravintola Wolkoff. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

Alternatively, Pikku Pete Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lappeenranta. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 233 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Lappeenranta. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kotka. You’ll stay in Kotka for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lappeenranta’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lappeenranta, start your day with a visit to the amazing Old Park, "Kissing Park". This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 297 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Lappeenranta Fortress. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,767 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Sandcastle Lappeenranta to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Sandcastle Lappeenranta is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,011 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lappeenranta has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kotka. Kotka 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 Erkan Bistro & Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 998 reviews.

The remarkable Tai Hing is another top restaurant in Kotka we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 816 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Keisarinsatama is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kotka, the fantastic Players Sports Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 572 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Frans & Rosalie, Kotka. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 480 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 6 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 Kotka 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 Kotka is the amazing Maritime Centre Vellamo. This attraction is a maritime museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,802 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Sibeliuksenpuisto. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 590 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Kotka is the outstanding Sapokka. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,810 visitors.

The spectacular Katariina Seaside Park‎ is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,357 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,703 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kotka 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 Savotta, one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

Locals also recommend Ravintola Nerone as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. Ravintola Nerone is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 951 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Merimakasiini. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 customers.

After dinner, visit Hotel Kämp, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ravintola Teerenpeli. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,025 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurant Teatteri is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,757 customers.

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

Day 7 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 Nokka before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 744 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Elite for your last chance at a meal in the city of Helsinki. The Restaurant Elite restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Ravintola Aino. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 792 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!