9-Day Finland Road Trip from Tampere to Helsinki, Pori, Seinäjoki, and Jyvaskyla and surrounding area

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, 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 Pella’s cafe. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,555 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 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 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 Finlayson Factory Area. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,941 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cafe, Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,011 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Tampere is the outstanding Museum Centre Vapriikki. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,742 visitors.

The spectacular Moomin Museum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,381 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Hatanpää Park Arboretum. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,785 visitors.

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 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 Lappi Ravintola as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. Lappi Ravintola is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,870 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 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.

Alternatively, Roasberg is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,256 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 Helsinki. You’ll stay in Helsinki 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 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 4,919 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 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 Helsinki. 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 Helsinki 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 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 Ravintola Ragu, after your day of exploring the city of Helsinki. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 924 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant HOKU. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

Locals recommend One Pint Pub, 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 796 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Helsinki, Liberty or Death. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

Restaurant Vltava is also one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,124 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Raisio and the city of Piikkiö. You’ll stay in Pori for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Raisio today is Rhododendron Park. This excellent attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 971 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 town, 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 Kuusisto Bishop's Castle Ruins for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Piikkiö. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 923 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pori, Restaurant Merimesta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 907 customers.

Locals recommend Andalucia Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pori. Andalucia Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 681 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pori is Ravintola Porin Steak & Whisky House Ky. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Pori, Panimoravintola Beer Hunter's. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 826 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Cafe Anton. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 633 customers.

Winston Pub Pori is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Pori. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

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

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 Pori. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Seinäjoki. You’ll stay in Seinäjoki for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Pori’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Pori, start your day with a visit to the amazing Central Pori Church. This much-appreciated church building and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 491 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Pelle Hermanni playground. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,770 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kallo Lighthouse to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Kallo Lighthouse is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,082 visitors.

The lovely Villa Mairea is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 252 visitors have left this villa average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Pori has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Seinäjoki. Seinäjoki 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 Cafe Mondeo Oy. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,270 reviews.

The remarkable Pancho Villa Seinäjoki is another top restaurant in Seinäjoki we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,100 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Valkoinen Puu Cafe & Shop is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 894 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Seinäjoki, the fantastic Holy Smoke. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Culture Club Still Standing. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 209 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Mallaskoski Brewery Restaurant. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 475 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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 Ylistaro and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Jyvaskyla. You will stay in Jyvaskyla for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ylistaro is the amazing Wanha Markki. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 860 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Viikinkiravintola Harald, one of the best restaurants in the city of Jyvaskyla. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 954 customers.

Locals also recommend Konttiravintola Morton Jyväskylä as one of the best restaurants in the city of Jyvaskyla. Konttiravintola Morton Jyväskylä is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Jyvaskyla is Ravintola Kissanviikset. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

After dinner, visit Musta Kynnys, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Jyvaskyla. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 633 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Pöllöwaari. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 438 customers.

Alternatively, Harry's is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Jyvaskyla. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

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

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Jyvaskyla, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Jyvaskyla.

Today you'll explore the city of Kuopio. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Valkeisenlammen puisto. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 784 visitors.

Kuopio Market Square is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Kuopio. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,021 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Kuopio is Hapelähde Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Kasurila. This village and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Finland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Jyvaskyla.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Jyvaskyla, like Stefan's Steakhouse, Jyväskylä. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Café & Restaurant Vesilinna is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Jyvaskyla. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 656 customers.

Locals enjoy Figaro Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Jyvaskyla. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Jyvaskyla, Hotel Verso. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 948 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Revolution. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Ravintola Teerenpeli is another of the best bars in the city of Jyvaskyla. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Finland!

Day 8 of your road trip through Finland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Mänttä-Vilppula and the city of Raikku. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Mänttä-Vilppula is the amazing Gösta Serlachius Museum, Museum of Art. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,245 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Serlachius Museum - Gustaf. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 908 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Mänttä-Vilppula 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 Vehoniemi automobile museum in the city of Raikku for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an automobile museum and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,012 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the village of Raikku is the outstanding Vehoniemi observation tower. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 177 visitors, this observation tower 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 Tampere.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Tampella, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Locals also recommend Café Pispala as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. Café Pispala is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 879 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere is Ravintola Borneo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

After dinner, visit Pub Golden Monkey, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Save File - Pelaajan Olohuone. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Alternatively, Café Europa is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 758 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 Tallipihan kahvila before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 831 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!