7-Day Finland Road Trip from Tampere to Helsinki, Hämeenlinna, and Vaasa and surrounding area

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

Tampere has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Koskipuisto. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,750 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 Tampere, Brewery Restaurant Plevna. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,975 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere is Restaurant Harald. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

Locals recommend Pella’s cafe as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,555 customers.

Tampere also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tampere is Moro Sky Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,550 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tampere is Beer Restaurant Konttori. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Locals also enjoy Save File - Pelaajan Olohuone. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 Tampere. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Helsinki. You’ll stay in Helsinki for 2 nights. 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 Finlayson Factory Area. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,941 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museum Centre Vapriikki. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,742 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Museum Centre Vapriikki welcomes 185,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Moomin Museum to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Moomin Museum is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,381 visitors.

The lovely Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,011 visitors have left this cafe average ratings of 4.5 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 Hatanpää Park Arboretum. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,785 reviews.

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 Helsinki. Helsinki 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 Löyly Helsinki. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 4,237 reviews.

The remarkable Kappeli is another top restaurant in Helsinki we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,294 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Lappi Ravintola is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,870 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Helsinki, the fantastic Kaisla. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Roasberg. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,256 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is One Pint Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 796 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

On day 3 of your road trip across Finland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Helsinki. You’ll stay in Helsinki 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 Hotel Helka, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Helsinki. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,220 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Helsinki is the 5-star Marski by Scandic. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,919 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Helsinki is the 3-star Hiisi Hotel Helsinki Jätkäsaari. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 408 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 Helsinki, like the outstanding Helsinki Cathedral. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,211 visitors.

Senate Square is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Helsinki. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,455 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Helsinki is the extraordinary Kauppatori. This market square is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 25,097 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Esplanadi park. Around 12,022 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Temppeliaukio Church. Temppeliaukio Church is a popular cave church, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,662 travelers.

Come to Helsinki 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 Helsinki.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Kuu, after your day of exploring the city of Helsinki. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 customers.

Ravintola Ragu is another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 924 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Helsinki is Restaurant Farang. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

Locals recommend Liberty or Death, one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 685 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Helsinki, Restaurant Vltava. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,124 customers.

Hotel Kämp is also one of the best bars in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

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

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 Hämeenlinna 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 Hämeenlinna 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.

You can make the most of your new day in Hämeenlinna 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 Fifth Avenue as one of the best restaurants in the city of Hämeenlinna. Fifth Avenue is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,432 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hämeenlinna is Topkapi Pizzeria-Kebab. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

After dinner, visit Voudin Kellari, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Hämeenlinna. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Olutravintola Birger. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 289 customers.

Alternatively, Juliuksen Olohuone is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Hämeenlinna. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 192 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Seinäjoki. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Vaasa. You’ll stay in Vaasa for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Seinäjoki’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Seinäjoki, start your day with a visit to the amazing Southern Ostrobothnia Provincial Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 157 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Lakeuden Risti Church. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 428 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Seinäjoki has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Vaasa. Vaasa 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 Restaurant Hejm. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 907 reviews.

The remarkable Strampen is another top restaurant in Vaasa we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,385 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Illyrian's is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Vaasa, the fantastic Littlepub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful O'Malley's, Vaasa. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 985 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Dallas Pizza Palazzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 698 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 6 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 Ylistaro and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Tampere. You will stay in Tampere for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ylistaro is the amazing Ylistaro Church. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 220 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Wanha Markki. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 860 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ravintola Coussicca, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Tampella as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tampere. Restaurant Tampella is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Café Europa, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Pub Simon. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 542 customers.

Alternatively, Bar K is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tampere. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 508 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 Tampere 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.

Näsi Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tampere. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,304 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Tampere at Tallipihan kahvila before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ravintola Näsinneula for your last chance at a meal in the city of Tampere. The Ravintola Näsinneula restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Malabadi Tammela. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

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