11-Day Finland Road Trip from Lappeenranta traveling north to Savonlinna and Joensuu

Lappeenranta has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Lappeenranta Fortress. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,767 visitors.

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 Lappeenranta, The Kitchen. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta is Angus Steak & Wine. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 739 customers.

Locals recommend Kehruuhuone Oy as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Lappeenranta also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta is Ravintola Wolkoff. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Finland!

You still have 3 nights left in Lappeenranta.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Kummakivi. This incredible attraction is a glacial erratic and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 228 visitors.

Church of the Three Crosses is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 109 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Imatrankoski. This amazing attraction is a rapid and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,034 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Kruununpuisto. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 283 visitors.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta, like Lalo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,647 customers.

Ravintola Dharahara is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lappeenranta. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 305 customers.

Locals enjoy Ravintola Nautilus, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 249 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta, CARLOS. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights left in Lappeenranta.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Kärnäkoski Fortress. This incredible attraction is a fortress and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 213 visitors.

Taavetti Fortress is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 289 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Kotkaniemi. This amazing attraction is a farm and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 378 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 Lappeenranta.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta, like Cafe Bar G. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 151 customers.

Ravintola Iskender is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lappeenranta. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 331 customers.

Locals enjoy Välimeren Kebab, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta, Jussin Tupa. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 211 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Savonlinna for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lappeenranta is the amazing Sandcastle Lappeenranta. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,011 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Canal museum, Museum of Saimaa Canal. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 213 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lappeenranta is the outstanding Parikkala Sculpture Park. This popular sculpture garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,108 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kalastajan Koju, one of the best restaurants in the city of Savonlinna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 767 customers.

Locals also recommend Ravintola Majakka as one of the best restaurants in the city of Savonlinna. Ravintola Majakka is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 887 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Savonlinna is Pizzeria Capero. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

After dinner, visit Olutravintola Sillansuu, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Savonlinna. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 548 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 Savonlinna. You’ll stay in Savonlinna for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

This apartment has an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars by 66 guests.

The apartment is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 35 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Savonlinna is the 3-star Oravi Apartments. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 252 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 Savonlinna, like the outstanding Savonlinna Market Square. This attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,683 visitors.

Olavinlinna Castle is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Savonlinna. This incredible attraction is a stronghold and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,676 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Savonlinna is the extraordinary Kerimäki Church. This church building is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,022 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Lusto – The Finnish Forest Museum. Around 1,571 visitors have given this museum an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Come to Savonlinna 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 Savonlinna.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Uskudar Kebab, after your day of exploring the city of Savonlinna. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 765 customers.

Bistro Waahto is another of the best restaurants in the city of Savonlinna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Kuopio. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Joensuu. You’ll stay in Joensuu for 4 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kuopio’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kuopio, start your day with a visit to the amazing Old Kuopio Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 439 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museum of Kuopio. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 613 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kasurila to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Kasurila is a village that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Kuopio has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Joensuu. Joensuu 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 Ravintola Kreeta. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 949 reviews.

The remarkable Pizzeria Roihu is another top restaurant in Joensuu we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 832 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Joensuu, the fantastic Ravintola Filipof. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Kahvila Rento. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Joensuu, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Joensuu.

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 Puijo ski jumping hill. This ski jumping hill and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 255 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 Joensuu.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Joensuu, like Local Bistro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

Deli China is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Joensuu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 531 customers.

Locals enjoy Kielo, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Joensuu. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 228 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Joensuu, Sointula. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 176 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Gastropub Vispiläkauppa. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 122 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights left in Joensuu.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Petkeljärvi National Park. This incredible attraction is a national park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 410 visitors.

Koli is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 345 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Koli National Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,224 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Koli Nature Center Ukko. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,627 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 Joensuu.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Joensuu, like RAVINTOLA SULO. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 255 customers.

Kauppaneuvos Cafe is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Joensuu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 197 customers.

Locals enjoy Ravintola Sulo Iso Myy, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Joensuu. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 247 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Joensuu, 60's Palaver. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 398 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Jet Set Bar Oy. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 349 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Joensuu.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Outokumpu Old Mine and Mining Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 835 visitors.

New Valamo is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,096 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Varistaipale canal. This amazing attraction is a river and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 229 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Lintula Holy Trinity Convent. This convent and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 440 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 Joensuu.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Joensuu, like Ravintola Express Joensuu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 168 customers.

Kuurnankulma is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Joensuu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 281 customers.

Locals enjoy Mrs. Asia, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Joensuu. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Joensuu, Ravintola Mikko. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 252 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Restaurant La Barre. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 131 customers.

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

Day 10 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Lappeenranta for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Joensuu is the amazing Joensuu Art Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 425 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, The Courting Wolf. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 138 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Joensuu is the outstanding Joensuu Church. This popular church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 292 visitors.

The spectacular Mustavaara is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 490 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit Cafe Bar G, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 151 customers.

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

Day 11 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Lappeenranta 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.

Old Park, "Kissing Park" is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lappeenranta. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 297 visitors.

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

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