7-Day Finland road trip from Lappeenranta to Lahti and Helsinki

Lappeenranta has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Lappeenranta Fortress. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,767 visitors.

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 Lappeenranta, The Kitchen. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta is Angus Steak & Wine. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 739 customers.

Locals recommend Kehruuhuone Oy as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Lappeenranta also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta is Ravintola Wolkoff. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta is CARLOS. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. 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 Lappeenranta is the amazing Sandcastle Lappeenranta. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,011 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Kruununpuisto. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 283 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lappeenranta is the outstanding Imatrankoski. This popular rapids and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,034 visitors.

The spectacular Kotkaniemi is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating farm and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 378 visitors.

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.

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!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Lahti and embark on a scenic drive to Helsinki, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lahti and Kotka 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 Kotka 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 Kotka has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,703 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Katariina Seaside Park‎. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,357 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sapokka. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,810 visitors.

The lovely Maritime Centre Vellamo is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,802 visitors have left this maritime museum an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Kotka, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Helsinki. When you arrive in Helsinki you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Kappeli. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,294 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Kuu, another of the best restaurants in Helsinki. Restaurant Kuu is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 customers.

After dinner, visit Löyly Helsinki to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Helsinki, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,237 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kaisla. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kaisla has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

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!

On day 4 of your road trip across Finland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Helsinki. You’ll stay in Helsinki for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Hotel Haaga Central Park, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Helsinki. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,323 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Helsinki is the 5-star Marski by Scandic. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,828 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Helsinki is the 3-star Hotel Finn. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 5,511 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Helsinki, like the outstanding Uspenski Cathedral. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,146 visitors.

Kauppatori is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Helsinki. This incredible attraction is a market square and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,097 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Helsinki is the extraordinary Senate Square. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 18,455 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Helsinki Cathedral. Around 10,211 visitors have given this lutheran cathedral an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Kaivopuisto. Kaivopuisto is a popular neighbourhood of helsinki, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,621 travelers.

Come to Helsinki prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Helsinki.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Farang, after your day of exploring the city of Helsinki. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

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

Locals recommend Liberty or Death, one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Finland.

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Helsinki has to offer. Cherish the 1 night 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 National Museum of Finland. This attraction is a national museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,147 visitors. National Museum of Finland gets around 447,139 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Helsinki is the spectacular Temppeliaukio Church. This attraction is a cave church and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,662 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Sibelius Monument. This sculpture has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,019 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Helsinki.

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 Savotta, 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Helsinki is the popular Ravintola Nerone. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 951 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Merimakasiini. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 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 6 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 Lappeenranta. You’ll stay in Lappeenranta 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 Esplanadi park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,022 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Ateneum. This art museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,449 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Ateneum welcomes 400,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,063 visitors.

The lovely Finnish Museum of Natural History is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,155 visitors have left this natural history museum average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Lappeenranta. Lappeenranta 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 Lalo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,647 reviews.

The remarkable Ravintola Dharahara is another top restaurant in Lappeenranta we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 305 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ravintola Nautilus is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 249 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lappeenranta, the fantastic Jussin Tupa. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 211 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Cafe Bar G. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 151 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 7 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Lappeenranta 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.

Old Park, "Kissing Park" is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lappeenranta. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 297 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lappeenranta at Ravintola Iskender before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 331 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Välimeren Kebab for your last chance at a meal in the city of Lappeenranta. The Välimeren Kebab restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

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