7-Day Finland Road Trip from Helsinki traveling north to Lahti and Pori
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 4 nights in Helsinki, 1 night in Lahti, and 1 night in Pori, 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, Kotka, Lahti, Tampere, Pori, and Turku.
We'll help you experience the best 7 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 Helsinki Cathedral.
You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Hotel Haaga Central Park, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 3-star Hotel Haaga Central Park. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 4-star Scandic Marski. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.
Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Finland. From the magnificent Senate Square to the breathtaking Kauppatori 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, Kotka, Lahti, Tampere, Pori, and Turku, 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.
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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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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Day 1 – Helsinki - arrival day
Day 1 – 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 4 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.
One of the best luxury places you could choose in Helsinki is Scandic Marski. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,237 guests.
We also recommend the best 3-star accommodations, like Hotel Haaga Central Park. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,913 guests.
If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Helsinki, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.
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.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Finland!
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Day 2 – Helsinki
Day 2 – Helsinki
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Drive 7 km, 30 min
- Kaisaniemi Park
- Helsinki Cathedral
- Senate Square
- Market Square
- Uspenski Cathedral
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Helsinki has to offer. Cherish the 3 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 Helsinki Cathedral. This attraction is a lutheran cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,211 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations in Helsinki is the spectacular Senate Square. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,455 visitors.
You could then travel to the amazing Kauppatori. This market square has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,097 visitors.
Uspenski Cathedral is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This eastern orthodox cathedral is a popular destination among visitors in Helsinki. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,146 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 Restaurant Farang, 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.
Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Helsinki is the popular Restaurant HOKU. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.
Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Savotta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.
When you’ve finished your meal, Liberty or Death 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 685 customers.
The Riff is another of the most popular bars in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,017 customers.
Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Helsinki!
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Day 3 – Helsinki
Day 3 – Helsinki
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Drive 16 km, 52 min
- Sibelius Monument
- Temppeliaukio Church
- Ateneum
- Korkeasaari Zoo
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Day 3 of your road trip across Finland is another day in the magnificent Helsinki. You now have 2 nights left in Helsinki. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.
Helsinki offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.
One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Helsinki is the stunning Sibelius Monument. This has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,019 visitors.
You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Temppeliaukio Church in the city of Helsinki. This attraction is a cave church and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,662 visitors.
Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Helsinki you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.
When it’s time to eat, the city of Helsinki has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.
We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki, Ravintola Nerone. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 951 customers.
Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Helsinki that locals enjoy, eat at Restaurant Merimakasiini. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 customers.
Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Helsinki is Ravintola Nokka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 744 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki, Beaver Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.
For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Helsinki, we recommend the cocktails at Base Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.
Toast to another amazing day in the city of Helsinki!
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Day 4 – Kotka and Lahti
Day 4 – Kotka and Lahti
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Drive 260 km, 3 hours 26 min
- Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge
- Katariina Seaside Park
- Sapokka
- Maritime Centre Vellamo
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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 Helsinki and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lahti. You will stay in Lahti for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Helsinki is the amazing Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,703 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible park, Katariina Seaside Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,357 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Helsinki 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 Maritime Centre Vellamo is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating maritime museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,802 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Helsinki 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 Lahti, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Lahti is the 4-star Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 447 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try El Toro, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lahti. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,227 customers.
Locals also recommend Konnichiwa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lahti. Konnichiwa is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 956 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lahti is Ravintola Taivaanranta. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.
After dinner, visit Wine Cafe Olavi, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lahti. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 522 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ravintola Hiidenkivi Ky. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 108 customers.
Alternatively, Pikku Hanhi is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lahti. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 387 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!
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Day 5 – Tampere and Pori
Day 5 – Tampere and Pori
- Tampere
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Drive 257 km, 3 hours 36 min
- Hatanpää Park Arboretum
- Museum Centre Vapriikki
- Finlayson Factory Area
- Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Lahti and embark on a scenic drive to Pori, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lahti and Tampere before you reach your end destination for the day.
It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Lahti. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Laune central park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,896 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Finnish Motorcycle Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 624 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Lahti is the stunning The Radio and TV Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 645 visitors.
Wave goodbye to Helsinki and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Tampere has to offer.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Hatanpää Park Arboretum. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,785 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Museum Centre Vapriikki. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,742 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 185,000 yearly visitors.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Tampere, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Pori. When you arrive in Pori you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.
A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Pori is the 4-star Sokos Hotel Vaakuna. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 408 guests.
If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star apartment in Pori, we recommend Heaven. This luxurious apartment promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 80 guests.
A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Pori is the 3-star Ahlstromin Ruukki Noormarkku. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 363 guests.
We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Panimoravintola Beer Hunter's. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 826 customers.
Locals also recommend Andalucia Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Pori. Andalucia Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 681 customers.
This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.
End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Finland, and look forward to more great days to come!
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Day 6 – Turku and Helsinki
Day 6 – Turku and Helsinki
- Satakunta
- Turku
- Rauma
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Drive 315 km, 4 hours 6 min
- Pelle Hermanni playground
- Old Rauma
- Turku Castle
- Kupittaa
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!
One of the best places to visit is the amazing Pelle Hermanni playground. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,770 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Old Rauma. This old town and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,140 visitors.
Joining a top-rated tour in Helsinki is another excellent way to spend your new day in Finland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Finland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.
With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Finland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Finland’s scenic spots.
You could then travel to the amazing Turku Castle in the city of Turku for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,724 visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Turku is the outstanding Kupittaa. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,520 visitors, this district deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Helsinki.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Helsinki is the 3-star hotel Hotel Haaga Central Park. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,913 guests.
You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Scandic Marski is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Helsinki. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,237 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Elite, one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.
Locals also recommend Ravintola Aino as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. Ravintola Aino is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Pompier. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 560 customers.
After dinner, visit Olutravintola Pikkulintu Ruttopuisto, 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 358 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Alexanderplats. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 300 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!
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Day 7 – Helsinki - departure day
Day 7 – Helsinki - departure day
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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 Restaurant Savoy before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.
Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Olo for your last chance at a meal in the city of Helsinki. The Restaurant Olo restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 465 customers.
If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Kosmos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 522 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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