9-Day Finland Road Trip from Turku traveling north to Hämeenlinna, Tampere, and Pori

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Turku. You’ll stay in Turku for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Turku has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Aurajokiranta. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 267 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 Turku, Restaurant Kuori. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Turku is Pippurimylly. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,851 customers.

Turku also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Turku is Panimoravintola Koulu. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Turku is Walo Rooftop Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 864 customers.

Locals also enjoy Uusi Apteekki Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 770 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 Turku has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Turku 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 Turku. 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 Turku, like the extraordinary Kupittaa. This attraction is a district and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,520 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Turku is the spectacular Adventure Park Seikkailupuisto. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,819 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Turku Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,745 visitors.

Old Great Square is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Turku. Rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,995 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Aboa Vetus Ars Nova. Aboa Vetus Ars Nova is a museum and popular attraction in Turku. More than 1,996 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Turku does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Turku 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 Pub Niska, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,843 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Turku is the popular Delhi Darbar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,697 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Turku is Restaurant Tintå. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,446 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Kerttulin Kievari is one of the best bars in the city of Turku for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 216 customers.

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

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Turku, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Turku is Ispoinen Beach. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,065 visitors.

Luostarinmäki is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Turku. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Luostarinmäki has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,736 visitors.

To make your time in the city of Turku more memorable, we recommend you visit Turku Castle. This outstanding attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,724 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Botanic Garden of University of Turku. More than 2,325 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

You can also make your new day in Finland more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Finland’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Turku.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Blanko. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers.

Nerå is one of the top restaurants in the city of Turku. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,325 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Turku is Viking Restaurant Harald. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Turku!

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 Espoo and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Hämeenlinna. You will stay in Hämeenlinna for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Espoo is the amazing Nuuksio National Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,114 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible building, WeeGee house. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 910 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Espoo is the outstanding EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,060 visitors.

The spectacular Leppävaara Angry Birds Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,222 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Popino, one of the best restaurants in the city of Hämeenlinna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,841 customers.

Locals also recommend Topkapi Pizzeria-Kebab as one of the best restaurants in the city of Hämeenlinna. Topkapi Pizzeria-Kebab is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hämeenlinna is Piparkakkutalo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 684 customers.

After dinner, visit Noora's Wine Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Hämeenlinna. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 342 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ravintola Uoma. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

Alternatively, Albertin Kellari is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Hämeenlinna. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 307 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Hämeenlinna and embark on a scenic drive to Tampere, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Hämeenlinna 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 Hämeenlinna. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Aulanko Tower. This attraction is an observation tower that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,589 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Artillery, Engineer and Signals Museum of Finland. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,210 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Hämeenlinna is the stunning Prison Museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 515 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Tampere 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 Vehoniemi automobile museum. This attraction is an automobile museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,012 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Mobilia. This automobile museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,418 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Tampere, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Tampere. When you arrive in Tampere 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 Restaurant Harald. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,504 customers.

Locals also recommend Ravintola Coussicca, another of the best restaurants in Tampere. Ravintola Coussicca is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

After dinner, visit Brewery Restaurant Plevna to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Tampere, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,975 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Moro Sky Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Moro Sky Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,550 customers.

Beer Restaurant Konttori is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,208 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 6 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 Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere, 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 1,734 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Tampere is the 4-star Holiday Inn Tampere - Central Station. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,758 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Tampere is the 3-star Kauppi. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,607 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 Hatanpää Park Arboretum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,785 visitors.

Moomin Museum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Tampere. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,381 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Tampere is the extraordinary Koskipuisto. This park is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,750 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Finlayson Factory Area. Around 4,941 visitors have given this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Museum Centre Vapriikki. Museum Centre Vapriikki is a popular museum, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,742 travelers. Around 185,000 people visit this museum each year.

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 Tampella, after your day of exploring the city of Tampere. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Café Pispala 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 879 customers.

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

Locals recommend Pub Golden Monkey, 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Tampere, Save File - Pelaajan Olohuone. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

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

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 Tampere. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Pori. You’ll stay in Pori 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 Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower. This much-appreciated cafe and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,011 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Näsi Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,304 visitors.

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 Pori. Pori 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 Andalucia Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 681 reviews.

The remarkable Ravintola Porin Steak & Whisky House Ky is another top restaurant in Pori we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Pori, the fantastic Panimoravintola Beer Hunter's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 826 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 Pori is the amazing Pelle Hermanni playground. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,770 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Kallo Lighthouse. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,082 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Pori 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 Pelle Hermanni playground for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,770 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Kallo Lighthouse. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,082 visitors, this top-tier point of interest deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Old Rauma. This attraction, a stunning old town, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,140 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Kurjenrahka National Park. This national park is a popular attraction that gets around 2,015 yearly visitors. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,224 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Rioni Turku, one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

Locals also recommend Kakolanruusu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Turku. Kakolanruusu is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Turku is Tiirikkala. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar4, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Turku. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 313 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Pikku Havanna. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 192 customers.

Alternatively, Rica Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Turku. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 161 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 Turku 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.

Daisy is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Turku. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 275 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Turku at Restaurant Roster before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.

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