9-Day Finland Road Trip from Oulu traveling south to Kokkola, Pori, Helsinki, Mikkeli, and Kajaani

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

Oulu has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Hollihaka Park Oulu outdoor gym. This attraction is an outdoor gym and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 694 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 Oulu, Grill Swing. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu is Toripolliisi. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,274 customers.

Locals recommend Cafe Rooster as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,068 customers.

Oulu also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Oulu is Leskinen. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Oulu is Irish Pub St. Michael (Arctic Vodka Oy). This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,244 customers.

Locals also enjoy Pub Graali. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 611 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 Oulu. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kokkola. You’ll stay in Kokkola for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Oulu’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Oulu, start your day with a visit to the amazing Oulu market square. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,162 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Oulu Market Hall. This market hall and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 903 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Oulu Museum Of Art to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular The Oulu Museum Of Art is a cafe that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 777 visitors.

The lovely Tietomaa Science Centre is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,871 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Oulu has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kokkola. Kokkola 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 Rock'n Roll Diner. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 818 reviews.

The remarkable Kung's Kitchen is another top restaurant in Kokkola we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 677 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Rosso, Kokkola is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,068 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kokkola, the fantastic Oluthuone Huismann. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 313 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Karaoke Bar Jolene Kokkola. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 153 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Kokkola and embark on a scenic drive to Pori, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kokkola 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 Kokkola. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Villa Mairea. This attraction is a villa that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 252 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Pelle Hermanni playground. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,770 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Panimoravintola Beer Hunter's. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 826 customers.

Locals also recommend Andalucia Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Pori. Andalucia Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 681 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Ravintola Porin Steak & Whisky House Ky. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 597 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Cafe Anton to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Pori, with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 633 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Winston Pub Pori. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Winston Pub Pori has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

Space Bowling & Billiards, Pori is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 301 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 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 Tampere and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Helsinki. You will stay in Helsinki for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Tampere is the amazing Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower. This attraction is a cafe that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,011 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Finlayson Factory Area. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,941 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Tampere is the outstanding Museum Centre Vapriikki. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,742 visitors.

The spectacular Hatanpää Park Arboretum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,785 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Tampere 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 Lappi Ravintola. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,870 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 Roasberg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,256 customers.

Alternatively, One Pint Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Helsinki. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 796 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 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 Kaivopuisto. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,621 visitors.

Temppeliaukio Church is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Helsinki. This incredible attraction is a cave church and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,662 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Helsinki is the extraordinary Ateneum. This art museum gets more than 400,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 7,449 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Korkeasaari Zoo. Up to 498,266 people visit this attraction every year. Around 12,452 visitors have given this zoo an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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.

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 Helsinki. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Mikkeli. You’ll stay in Mikkeli 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 Senate Square. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination 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.

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 Uspenski Cathedral. This attraction is an eastern orthodox cathedral rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 6,146 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 Mikkeli. Mikkeli 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 Eepin Grilli. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 745 reviews.

The remarkable Fernando's Restaurant is another top restaurant in Mikkeli we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 777 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous bar Dom is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Mikkeli, the fantastic Jälkipeli Pub, Karaoke, Sports Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 430 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Mikkelin Keskusbaari Oy. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 235 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Patteri Baari. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 117 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Mikkeli and embark on a scenic drive to Kajaani, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Mikkeli and Siilinjärvi 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 Mikkeli. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Valkeisenlammen puisto. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 784 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Kuopio Market Square. This attraction, a beloved market square, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,021 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Mikkeli is the stunning Hapelähde Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated village in Mikkeli. The popular Kasurila is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

Wave goodbye to Kuopio and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Siilinjärvi has to offer.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Siilinjärvi, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Kajaani. When you arrive in Kajaani 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 Mantan Grilli-Kioski Oy. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 937 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Fors, another of the best restaurants in Kajaani. Restaurant Fors is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 315 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant Ranch. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 771 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Rock House Kulma to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Kajaani, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 301 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Saint Kukko. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restaurant Saint Kukko has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 103 customers.

Bar Jussila (T:mi Juha J. Immonen) is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 50 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 8 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 Kajaani and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Oulu. You will stay in Oulu for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kajaani is the amazing Kajaani Castle Ruins. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,005 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cultural history museum, Kainuu Museum. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 154 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Sauraha, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,238 customers.

Locals also recommend Café Aitta9 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu. Café Aitta9 is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,231 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu is Viking Restaurant Harald. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,270 customers.

After dinner, visit Cafe Kuluma, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oulu. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Frans & Camille Bistro. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 869 customers.

Alternatively, Jumpru Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Oulu. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Oulu 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.

Rotuaarin pallo is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Oulu. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 418 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Oulu at Crecian before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 933 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Garam Masala for your last chance at a meal in the city of Oulu. The Garam Masala restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 701 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Friends & Brgrs Oulu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

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