Cheap 7-Day Finland Road Trip from Helsinki traveling north to Lahti and Pori

Your exciting road trip through Finland starts when you reach the incredible city of Helsinki, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Helsinki and begin your adventure in Finland.

Helsinki is a popular cheap holiday destination in Finland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Helsinki and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Esplanadi park will make your cheap holiday in Finland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,022 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Helsinki. An excellent example is the popular Kappeli. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,294 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Finland is Restaurant Kuu. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

Löyly Helsinki is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 4,237 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Helsinki we recommend is Kaisla, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Helsinki, proving that cheap holidays in Finland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Kaisaniemi Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 4,988 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Helsinki Cathedral. This popular place of interest is a stunning lutheran cathedral that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,211 visitors.

To make your trip to Helsinki more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Senate Square. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 18,455 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Senate Square is often mentioned in Finland road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Kauppatori is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This market square and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 25,097 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Uspenski Cathedral. More than 6,146 visitors have rated this eastern orthodox cathedral and tourist destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Helsinki does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Helsinki on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Finland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Finland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Restaurant Farang, one of the best restaurants in Helsinki. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,081 reviews.

You can also check out Restaurant HOKU. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 966 diners.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Helsinki for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Liberty or Death and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 685 customers.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Helsinki!

Day 3 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Finland, Helsinki. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Helsinki!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Sibelius Monument. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in over 6,019 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable sculpture is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Temppeliaukio Church. This attraction is a cave church that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,662 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Ateneum. Hosting around 400,000 visitors each year, it’s clear that this art museum is one of the most visited sites in the area. This popular art museum in Helsinki has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,449 travelers.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Helsinki?

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Helsinki. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Helsinki offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Finland worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Helsinki has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Helsinki is Restaurant Savotta. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,076 customers.

Ravintola Nerone is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 951 reviews. Ravintola Nerone is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Helsinki is Restaurant Merimakasiini. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 992 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Helsinki as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Helsinki, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

This bar is popular in Helsinki for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere.

A road trip vacation in Helsinki can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Finland!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Kotka and end your day in the city of Lahti, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Kotka is the amazing Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,703 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Katariina Seaside Park‎. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,357 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Kotka is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Kotka is the outstanding Sapokka. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,810 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Finland, drop by the popular Maritime Centre Vellamo. This attraction, an amazing maritime museum, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,802 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lahti. Lahti is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lahti that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lahti is El Toro. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,227 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lahti, Konnichiwa is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 956 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Ravintola Taivaanranta. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lahti enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 492 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lahti’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland. For example, you can visit Wine Cafe Olavi. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 522 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Ravintola Hiidenkivi Ky. This popular bar in Lahti has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 108 bar-goers.

You can also go to Pikku Hanhi as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Pikku Hanhi is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 387 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Tampere and end your day in the city of Pori, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Tampere is the amazing Laune central park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Finnish Motorcycle Museum. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 624 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Tampere is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Tampere is the outstanding The Radio and TV Museum. This museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 645 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Pori. Pori is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Pori that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pori is Andalucia Restaurant. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 681 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pori, Ravintola Porin Steak & Whisky House Ky is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 597 diners.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pori enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pori’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland. For example, you can visit Panimoravintola Beer Hunter's. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 826 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

Day 6 of your self-drive vacation in Finland gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Helsinki for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Finland.

While you’re in Pori, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Pelle Hermanni playground. The fantastic Pelle Hermanni playground is a popular top-tier point of interest and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,770 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Old Rauma, a well-known old town in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.5 out of a 5 star-rating from 4,140 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Pori, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Turku.

Make Turku Castle your first stop. This popular castle among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,724 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Turku is the outstanding Kupittaa. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,520 visitors, this remarkable district and attraction deserves a spot on your Finland travel bucket list.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Finland. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Finland and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Helsinki. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Helsinki, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ravintola Nokka, one of the best restaurants in Helsinki. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 744 customers.

Restaurant Elite is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Restaurant Elite is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 875 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Ravintola Aino, another well-loved restaurant in Helsinki. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 792 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Finland.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Helsinki, The Riff. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,017 bar goers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Finland. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Finland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Finland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 7 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Helsinki.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Finland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Helsinki is the remarkable Kaivopuisto. This neighbourhood of helsinki and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,621 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Helsinki, consider a top-rated restaurant like Restaurant Pompier. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 560 customers.

Restaurant Savoy is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 555 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Helsinki and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Finland!