5 days in Lappeenranta, Savonlinna & Mikkeli Itinerary

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

Your day by day itinerary now includes Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, Punkaharju Ridge, Sandcastle Lappeenranta, and other attractions you added. Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): take in the dramatic scenery at Imatra Waterfall, contemplate the waterfront views at Saimaa Canal, and then explore the historical opulence of Sandcastle Lappeenranta. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the striking landscape at Punkaharju Ridge, then examine the collection at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kerimaki Church, and finally step into the grandiose world of Savonlinna Cathedral.

For where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Lappeenranta trip builder site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Lappeenranta. In June, daily temperatures in Lappeenranta can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Savonlinna.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

On the 24th (Wed), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pikkukirkko, then explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, and then examine the collection at Savonlinna Provincial Museum.

For maps, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Savonlinna trip maker app.

You can drive from Lappeenranta to Savonlinna in 2 hours. In June in Savonlinna, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Mikkeli.

Mikkeli is a town and municipality in Finland. Kick off your visit on the 25th (Thu): make a trip to Pursialan hiidenkirnu, see the interesting displays at Mannerheim`s Saloon Car, find something for the whole family at Visulahti, then make a trip to Kenkavero, and finally stop by Mikkeli Market Place.

To see where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Mikkeli trip itinerary builder.

You can drive from Savonlinna to Mikkeli in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. June in Mikkeli sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C at night. On the 26th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.