7-Day Finland Road Trip around Tampere to Helsinki, Hämeenlinna, and Vaasa

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Tampere. You’ll stay in Tampere for 2 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 Ravintola Coussicca as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,225 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.

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'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 2 nights. 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 Museum Centre Vapriikki. As such, over 185,000 people visit Museum Centre Vapriikki yearly. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,742 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Moomin Museum. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,381 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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. Approximately 185,000 travelers come to Tampere every year to see the stunning Museum Centre Vapriikki with their own eyes.

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 Löyly Helsinki, one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,237 customers.

Locals also recommend Kappeli as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. Kappeli 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 Restaurant Kuu. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 customers.

After dinner, visit Kaisla, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Liberty or Death. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip across Finland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Tampere. You’ll stay in Tampere for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Valo Hotel Helsinki, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Tampere. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,311 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Tampere is the 5-star Marski by Scandic. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,399 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Tampere is the 3-star Forenom Serviced Apartments Helsinki Lauttasaari. This 3-star apartment has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43 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 Tampere, like the outstanding Helsinki Cathedral. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,211 visitors.

Senate Square is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Tampere. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,455 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Tampere is the extraordinary Kauppatori. This market square is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 25,097 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Esplanadi park. Around 12,022 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Temppeliaukio Church. Temppeliaukio Church is a popular cave church, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,662 travelers.

Come to Tampere 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 Tampere.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Farang, after your day of exploring the city of Tampere. 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 Tampere. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere is Restaurant Savotta. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

Locals recommend The Riff, one of the best bars in the city of Tampere, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,017 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Tampere, Beaver Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

Base Bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

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

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 The Finnish Glass Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 864 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Liesjärvi National Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,000 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Artillery, Engineer and Signals Museum of Finland to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular The Artillery, Engineer and Signals Museum of Finland is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,210 visitors.

The lovely Aulanko Tower is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,589 visitors have left this observation tower average ratings of 4.6 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 Topkapi Pizzeria-Kebab is another top restaurant in Hämeenlinna we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Piparkakkutalo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 684 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hämeenlinna, the fantastic Noora's Wine Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 342 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ravintola Uoma. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Albertin Kellari. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 307 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 5 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Vaasa for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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 Vaasa, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Hejm, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vaasa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 907 customers.

Locals also recommend Strampen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vaasa. Strampen is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,385 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vaasa is Bock's Corner Brewery. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,183 customers.

After dinner, visit Littlepub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vaasa. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Niska Vasa. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 384 customers.

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

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 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 Ylistaro Church. This much-appreciated church building and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 220 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Wanha Markki. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 860 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Vanha Paukku Cultural Center to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Vanha Paukku Cultural Center is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 635 visitors.

The lovely Luova Observation Tower is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 285 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.5 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 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 Beer Restaurant Konttori. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,208 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Tampella 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 1,192 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Café Pispala is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 879 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Tampere, the fantastic Pub Golden Monkey. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Save File - Pelaajan Olohuone. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Ravintola Purebite. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 495 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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 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 Ravintola Borneo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ravintola Näsinneula for your last chance at a meal in the city of Tampere. The Ravintola Näsinneula restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Malabadi Tammela. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 756 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!