4 days in Lakeland Itinerary

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Tampere is known for museums, historic sites, theme parks, fun & games, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: enjoy breathtaking views from Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower, contemplate the long history of Amuri Museum of Workers' Housing, look for all kinds of wild species at Hatanpaa Arboretum, and find something for the whole family at Sarkanniemi Theme Park.

To see more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Tampere trip itinerary planner .

Helsinki to Tampere is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. January in Tampere sees daily highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) early enough to catch the train to Kuopio.

Kuopio is a city and a municipality located in the region of Northern Savonia, Finland. Start off your visit on the 16th (Thu): have fun at Vainolanniemi, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then ponder the world of politics at Kuopio Market City Hall, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Puijo Tower.

To find where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Kuopio tour planning site .

Traveling by train from Tampere to Kuopio takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Kuopio are -8°C, while nighttime lows are -14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can travel back home.