7-Day Finland Road Trip from Lappeenranta traveling north to Kotka, Helsinki, Varkaus, and Joensuu

Lappeenranta has many popular destinations you can explore.

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.

Another of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta is CARLOS. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Finland!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Lappeenranta, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kruununpuisto. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 283 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Imatrankoski. This rapids and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,034 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parikkala Sculpture Park to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Parikkala Sculpture Park is a sculpture garden that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,108 visitors.

The lovely Kotkaniemi is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 378 visitors have left this farm average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lappeenranta has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kotka. Kotka 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 Erkan Bistro & Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 998 reviews.

The remarkable Keisarinsatama is another top restaurant in Kotka we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Maritime Centre Vellamo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,802 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kotka, the fantastic Players Sports Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 572 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Rantabaari, Mussalo. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 131 customers.

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'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Lappeenranta and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Helsinki. 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 Lappeenranta is the amazing Maritime Centre Vellamo. This attraction is a maritime museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,802 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Sibeliuksenpuisto. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 590 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lappeenranta is the outstanding Sapokka. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,810 visitors.

The spectacular Katariina Seaside Park‎ is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,357 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,703 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Lappeenranta 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 Löyly Helsinki, one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,237 customers.

Locals also recommend Kappeli as one of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. Kappeli is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,294 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 Kaisla, 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 2,238 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Liberty or Death. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Lappeenranta. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Varkaus. You’ll stay in Varkaus for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lappeenranta’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lappeenranta, start your day with a visit to the amazing Senate Square. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,455 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Helsinki Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,211 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Esplanadi park to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Esplanadi park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,022 visitors.

The lovely Kauppatori is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 25,097 visitors have left this market square average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lappeenranta has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Varkaus. Varkaus 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 Container Restaurant Morton Varkaus. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 739 reviews.

The remarkable Iskender Kebab Pizzeria is another top restaurant in Varkaus we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Terrace Cafe Torni is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Varkaus and embark on a scenic drive to Joensuu, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Varkaus and North Karelia 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 Varkaus. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Taipale Canal Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 308 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable New Valamo. This attraction is a monastery that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,096 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Koli National Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,224 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Koli Nature Center Ukko. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,627 visitors.

The lovely Koli is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 345 visitors have left this mountain an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in North Karelia, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Joensuu. When you arrive in Joensuu 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 Ravintola Kreeta. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 949 customers.

Locals also recommend Pizzeria Roihu, another of the best restaurants in Joensuu. Pizzeria Roihu is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 832 customers.

After dinner, visit Ravintola Filipof to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Joensuu, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kahvila Rento. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kahvila Rento has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

Sointula 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 176 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!

Day 6 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 Lappeenranta is the amazing Joensuu Church. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 292 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, 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 Lappeenranta is the outstanding Mustavaara. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 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 a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Lalo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,647 customers.

Locals also recommend Ravintola Wolkoff as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. Ravintola Wolkoff is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta is Ravintola Dharahara. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 305 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cafe Bar G. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 151 customers.

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

Day 7 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.

Lappeenranta Fortress is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lappeenranta. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,767 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lappeenranta at Ravintola Nautilus before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 249 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend CARLOS for your last chance at a meal in the city of Lappeenranta. The CARLOS restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Jussin Tupa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 211 customers.

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