Finland combines pristine wilderness with modern Nordic design. From the Northern Lights in Lapland to vibrant Helsinki, experience midnight sun, thousands of lakes, and the world's happiest people.
Top day trips
Handpicked excursions within easy reach.
Tallinn, Estonia
Highlights: Medieval Old Town (UNESCO) · Toompea Castle · Viru Gate market street · Estonian craft beer bars · Traditional kama desserts
Porvoo
Highlights: Iconic red riverside wooden warehouses · Porvoo Cathedral (1418) · Artisan chocolatier Brunberg · Old Town cobblestone streets · Taidetehdas cultural centre
Turku
Highlights: Turku Castle (1280) · Turku Cathedral · Aura Riverbank restaurant strip · Luostarinmaki Handicrafts Museum · Day ferry to Naantali and Moomin World
Nuuksio National Park
Highlights: Ancient granite lake landscape · Flying squirrel habitat · Haukkalampi swimming lake · Campfire sites under Everyman's Right · Finnish Outdoor Education Centre sauna
Hameenlinna
Highlights: Hame Castle (13th century) · Aulanko Nature Reserve panorama tower · Sibelius Birthplace Museum · Lake Vanajavesi kayaking · Katuma Adventure Farm
Trips by distance
How far you can go in a day.
Getting there
Transport options for day trips.
- Tours
- Organized day tours to Porvoo, Tallinn, and Nuuksio from €40-90 per person. Helsinki Expert and Strömma run daily departures from Market Square.
- Private
- Car hire from €50/day at Helsinki Airport. Ideal for Nuuksio, Porvoo, and western coastal routes.
- Public
- VR trains cover Turku, Tampere, Hameenlinna. Bus from Kamppi terminal covers Porvoo. Ferries to Tallinn from West Harbour.
- Rental
- Car rental from €50/day at Helsinki Airport. Essential for flexibility in national parks. Free parking outside cities.
Day trip tips
Make the most of your excursions.
Book the VR train to Turku at least a few days ahead - advance fares from €15 versus €42 day-of
Porvoo summer steamboat from Helsinki Market Square (June-August) is the most scenic way to arrive
Tallinn day trip is excellent but requires an early ferry (7-8am) to have a full day in Estonia
Nuuksio National Park is best visited midweek to avoid Helsinki weekend crowds