9-Day Finland road trip from Tampere to Turku, Helsinki, and Kotka

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, Restaurant Harald. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere is Ravintola Coussicca. This restaurant is rated an average 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 Brewery Restaurant Plevna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,975 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tampere is Moro Sky Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,550 customers.

Locals also enjoy Beer Restaurant Konttori. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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.

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 Restaurant Tampella, 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 1,192 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Tampere is the popular Café Pispala. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 879 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, Pub Golden Monkey is one of the best bars in the city of Tampere for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Save File - Pelaajan Olohuone is another of the most popular bars in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Turku for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Tampere today is Finlayson Factory Area. This excellent attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,941 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Museum Centre Vapriikki, an outstanding museum, in the city of Tampere. Around 5,742 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Museum Centre Vapriikki's popularity, more than 185,000 people stop by Museum Centre Vapriikki to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Tampere is Moomin Museum. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,381 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Finland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Finland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Old Rauma for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is an old town and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,140 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Turku.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku, Restaurant Kuori. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Locals recommend Pippurimylly as one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku. Pippurimylly is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,851 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Turku, Panimoravintola Koulu. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Walo Rooftop Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 864 customers.

Uusi Apteekki Pub is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Turku. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 770 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland with a toast!

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 Turku and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Helsinki. You will stay in Helsinki for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Turku is the amazing Turku Cathedral. This attraction is a lutheran cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,745 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Old Great Square. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,995 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Turku is the outstanding Kupittaa. This popular district and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,520 visitors.

The spectacular Adventure Park Seikkailupuisto is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,819 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Turku Castle. This attraction is a popular castle that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,724 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Turku 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 Kappeli, one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,294 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Löyly Helsinki, 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 4,237 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kaisla. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

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

On day 5 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 6 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 Kaisaniemi Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,988 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 National Museum of Finland. This national museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,147 visitors. Up to 447,139 people visit this popular attraction every year.

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 7 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 Kotka. You’ll stay in Kotka 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 Finnish Museum of Natural History. This natural history museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,155 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Temppeliaukio Church to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Temppeliaukio Church is a cave church that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,662 visitors.

The lovely Sibelius Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,509 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Sibelius Monument. This attraction is a sculpture rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 6,019 reviews.

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 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 Keisarinsatama is another top restaurant in Kotka we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and 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.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Kotka is the amazing Sapokka. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,810 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Katariina Seaside Park‎. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,357 visitors.

Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Kotka. This well-known attraction, a spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 1,703 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Kotka 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 The Finnish Glass Museum for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 864 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Tampere.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ravintola Näsinneula, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

Locals also recommend Malabadi Tammela as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. Malabadi Tammela is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

After dinner, visit Pub Simon, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 542 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Thrasherie Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 269 customers.

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

Day 9 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 Venla before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 583 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!