3 days in Lappeenranta, Kouvola & Porvoo Itinerary

On the shores of the country's largest lake system, Lappeenrata serves as the economic and cultural center of southeast Finland.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Sandcastle Lappeenranta and then examine the collection at Lappeenranta Fortress.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Lappeenranta tour site.

Helsinki to Lappeenranta is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. November in Lappeenranta sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can take a train to Kouvola.

Kouvola is a town and municipality in southeastern Finland. Kick off your visit on the 30th (Sat): explore the striking landscape of Repovesi National Park.

To find photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Kouvola trip itinerary planner.

You can take a train from Lappeenranta to Kouvola in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around °C in November, and nighttime lows around °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) to allow time to drive to Porvoo.

Porvoo, one of Finland's oldest and prettiest towns, boasts cobbled streets, famous red-brick warehouses, and a charming river.

On the 1st (Sun), make a trip to Porvoo Old Town and then contemplate the long history of Castle Hill.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, go to the Porvoo journey maker.

Drive from Kouvola to Porvoo in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In December, daily temperatures in Porvoo can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can go by car back home.