4-Day North Road Trip from Helsinki to Turku
Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Helsinki
- Arrive in Helsinki, pick up your rental car, and check into your accommodation.
- Start at Senate Square, featuring Helsinki Cathedral and Government Palace.
- Explore Market Square, where you can enjoy Finnish delicacies and local crafts.
- Visit Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church), an architectural marvel carved into rock.
- Stroll through the Design District, home to unique Finnish brands and galleries.
- Looking for an adventure, jump on a RIB boat tour of the outer islands of Helsinki.
- Relax at Löyly, a stunning seaside sauna offering authentic Finnish experiences.
- Overnight in Helsinki.
Day 2: Helsinki to Lohja & Salo (Nature & Culture)
- Drive to Lohja (60 km, 50 min) and visit Tytyri Mine Museum, a fascinating underground mine experience.
- Walk along Lake Lohjanjärvi for beautiful nature views.
- Continue to Salo (55 km, 45 min), known for its apple orchards and countryside charm.
- Stop at Wiurila Manor, a historic estate with a museum, café, and gardens.
- Visit the Salo Market Hall for fresh local produce and traditional Finnish snacks.
- Overnight in Salo or continue to Mathildedal, a charming ironworks village nearby.
Day 3: Salo to Turku (Coastal & Historical Wonders)
- Drive to Fiskars Village (30 km, 30 min), a picturesque artist and crafts community.
- Stop by Mathildedal Ironworks, a quaint village with artisan shops and bakeries.
- Continue to Turku (85 km, 1 hr) and check into your hotel.
- Visit Turku Castle, Finland’s largest medieval castle.
- Explore the Aura Riverfront, filled with historic sights, cozy cafés, and lively restaurants.
- Discover Luostarinmäki Handicrafts Museum, a preserved 18th-century district.
- Looking for more structure and info- why not book a walking tour with a local and enjoy some Turku treats.
- Want to see the archipelago by water, try an evening Kayak trip.
- Dine at Ravintola Kaskis, one of Turku’s top-rated restaurants.
- Overnight in Turku.
Day 4: Archipelago Adventure & Return to Helsinki
- Take a morning drive to Naantali (15 km, 20 min), a charming harbor town and home to Moominworld (if traveling with family).
- Walk along Naantali Old Town, known for its wooden houses and seaside charm.
- Optionally, explore a portion of the Archipelago Trail, visiting scenic islands.
- Begin your return journey to Helsinki (165 km, 2 hrs).
- If time permits, stop by Fagervik Ironworks or Hanko, Finland’s southernmost town, for a scenic detour.
- Drop off your rental car and depart from Helsinki.
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