4-Day Finland Road Trip from Helsinki traveling north to Hämeenlinna

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Helsinki. You’ll stay in Helsinki for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Helsinki has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Esplanadi park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,022 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 Helsinki, Löyly Helsinki. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,237 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Kappeli. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,294 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Kuu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 customers.

Helsinki also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Helsinki is Kaisla. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Helsinki is Liberty or Death. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Finland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 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 Hämeenlinna. You’ll stay in Hämeenlinna 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 Kauppatori. This much-appreciated market square and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,097 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Senate Square. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,455 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Helsinki Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Helsinki Cathedral is a lutheran cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,211 visitors.

The lovely Temppeliaukio Church is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 11,662 visitors have left this cave church average ratings of 4.4 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 Hämeenlinna. Hämeenlinna 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 Popino. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,841 reviews.

The remarkable Topkapi Pizzeria-Kebab is another top restaurant in Hämeenlinna we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Piparkakkutalo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 684 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hämeenlinna, the fantastic Noora's Wine Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 342 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ravintola Uoma. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Albertin Kellari. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 307 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 3 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Helsinki for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Helsinki is the amazing The Artillery, Engineer and Signals Museum of Finland. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,210 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible observation tower, Aulanko Tower. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,589 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Helsinki is the outstanding The Finnish Glass Museum. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 864 visitors.

The spectacular Liesjärvi National Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,000 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 Helsinki, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Farang, one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant HOKU as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. Restaurant HOKU is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Savotta. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

After dinner, visit The Riff, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,017 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Beaver Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

Alternatively, Base Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Helsinki 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.

Kaivopuisto is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Helsinki. This neighbourhood of helsinki and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,621 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Helsinki at Ravintola Nerone before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 951 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Merimakasiini for your last chance at a meal in the city of Helsinki. The Restaurant Merimakasiini restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Ravintola Nokka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 744 customers.

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