9-Day Finland Road Trip from Lappeenranta traveling north to Imatra, Joensuu, and Savonlinna

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Lappeenranta. You’ll stay in Lappeenranta for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

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.

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 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 Teerenpeli. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Finland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Luumäki has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Luumäki by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Luumäki. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Luumäki, like the extraordinary Taavetti Fortress. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 289 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Luumäki is the spectacular Kotkaniemi. This attraction is a farm and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 378 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Luumäki.

Your discovery of Luumäki does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Luumäki on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Finland, be sure to eat at Lalo, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,647 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta is the popular Ship Restaurant Prinsessa Armaada. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Lappeenranta is Ravintola Dharahara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 305 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Ravintola Wolkoff is one of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Lappeenranta!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lappeenranta, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Lappeenranta.

Today you'll explore the city of Imatra. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Church of the Three Crosses. This incredible attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 109 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 Ravintola Nautilus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 249 customers.

CARLOS is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lappeenranta. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

Locals enjoy Meeza Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lappeenranta. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 161 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lappeenranta, Pikku Pete Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 233 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'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Lappeenranta and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Imatra. You will stay in Imatra 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 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 must-see tourist destination, 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.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pizzeria Bella Napoli, one of the best restaurants in the city of Imatra. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 268 customers.

Locals also recommend Konnichiwa Sushi Imatra Mansikkala as one of the best restaurants in the city of Imatra. Konnichiwa Sushi Imatra Mansikkala is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Imatra is McDonald's Imatra. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,619 customers.

After dinner, visit Kuohu Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Imatra. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 190 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Osmo's Cosmos Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 441 customers.

Alternatively, Pub Vahti is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Imatra. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 382 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 Joensuu. 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 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Joensuu’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Joensuu, start your day with a visit to the amazing The Courting Wolf. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 138 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Joensuu Art Museum. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 425 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Joensuu Church to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Joensuu Church is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 292 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Joensuu 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 Jokiasema Ky. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,382 reviews.

The remarkable Ravintola Kreeta is another top restaurant in Joensuu we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 949 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Pizzeria Roihu is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant 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 Bar Play Joensuu. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 787 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ravintola Filipof. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is 60's Palaver. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 398 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 will take you to the best attractions Ylä-Koli has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Ylä-Koli by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the hamlet.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the hamlet of Ylä-Koli. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Koli National Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,224 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Ylä-Koli is the spectacular Koli Nature Center Ukko. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,627 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Ylä-Koli.

Your discovery of Ylä-Koli does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Ylä-Koli on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Finland, be sure to eat at Local Bistro, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Joensuu. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Joensuu is the popular Deli China. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 531 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Joensuu is Kielo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 228 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Jet Set Bar Oy is one of the best bars in the city of Joensuu for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 349 customers.

Joensuun Fever Oy is another of the most popular bars in the city of Joensuu. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 375 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Joensuu is Summer restaurant Tuulaaki. Summer restaurant Tuulaaki has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 339 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Joensuu!

Day 7 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 Joensuu and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Savonlinna. You will stay in Savonlinna 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 Bunker Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 270 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Joensuu 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 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Savonlinna. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lappeenranta. You’ll stay in Lappeenranta for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Savonlinna’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Savonlinna, start your day with a visit to the amazing Savonlinna Market Square. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,683 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Olavinlinna Castle. This stronghold and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,676 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kerimäki Church to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Kerimäki Church is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,022 visitors.

The lovely Lusto – The Finnish Forest Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,571 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Savonlinna has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lappeenranta. Lappeenranta 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 Jussin Tupa. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 211 reviews.

The remarkable Ravintola Elfin is another top restaurant in Lappeenranta we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 125 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Cafe Bar G is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 151 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lappeenranta, the fantastic Lamppu. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 494 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 9 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lappeenranta at My Bakery Cafe Oy before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 117 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!