6 days in Vaasa, Turku & Tampere Itinerary

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Wed): identify plant and animal life at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site.

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Helsinki to Vaasa is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. In October, daily temperatures in Vaasa can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. You'll have a few hours on the 8th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

On the 8th (Thu), explore the historical opulence of Turku Castle.

To find where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Turku sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Vaasa to Turku in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 10°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can go by car to Tampere.

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

Get out of town with these interesting Tampere side-trips: Helsinki (Kamppi Chapel of Silence, Temppeliaukio Church, &more). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Vapriikin Museokeskus, boost your wellbeing at Tullin Sauna, identify plant and animal life at Hatanpaa Arboretum, and take in panoramic vistas at Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Tampere itinerary planner.

You can drive from Turku to Tampere in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to go by car back home.