Cheap 4-Day Finland Road Trip from Lappeenranta to Savonlinna

You'll pick up your rental car in Lappeenranta and begin your adventure in Finland.

Lappeenranta is a popular cheap holiday destination in Finland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Lappeenranta and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Lappeenranta Fortress will make your cheap holiday in Finland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,767 visitors.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Lappeenranta. An excellent example is the popular The Kitchen. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Finland is Angus Steak & Wine.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Kehruuhuone Oy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 610 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Ravintola Wolkoff is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 310 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Lappeenranta we recommend is CARLOS, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Lappeenranta and end your day in the city of Savonlinna, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Lappeenranta is the amazing Sandcastle Lappeenranta. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,011 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Kotkaniemi. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 378 travelers, a visit to this well-known farm and sightseeing spot in Lappeenranta is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Lappeenranta is the outstanding Kruununpuisto. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 283 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Finland, drop by the popular Imatrankoski. This attraction, an amazing rapids, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,034 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Parikkala Sculpture Park. This sculpture garden is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,108 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Savonlinna. Savonlinna is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Savonlinna that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Savonlinna is Kalastajan Koju. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 767 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Savonlinna, Ravintola Majakka is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 887 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Pizzeria Capero. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Savonlinna enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 743 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Savonlinna’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland. For example, you can visit Olutravintola Sillansuu. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 548 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Savonlinna and end your day in the city of Lappeenranta, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Savonlinna is the amazing Savonlinna Market Square. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,683 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Olavinlinna Castle. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,676 travelers, a visit to this well-known stronghold and sightseeing spot in Savonlinna is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Savonlinna is the outstanding Kerimäki Church. This church building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,022 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Finland, drop by the popular Lusto – The Finnish Forest Museum. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,571 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lappeenranta. Lappeenranta is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lappeenranta that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lappeenranta is Lalo. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,647 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lappeenranta, Ravintola Dharahara is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 305 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Ravintola Nautilus. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lappeenranta enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 249 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lappeenranta’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland. For example, you can visit Jussin Tupa. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 211 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Cafe Bar G. This popular bar in Lappeenranta has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 151 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Finland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Lappeenranta.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Finland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Lappeenranta is the remarkable Old Park, "Kissing Park". This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 297 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Lappeenranta, consider a top-rated restaurant like Ravintola Iskender. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 331 customers.

Välimeren Kebab is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 227 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Lappeenranta and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Finland!