Private Medieval Porvoo by Car from Helsinki

By Alpha Tour Oy

Free cancellation available

Features

Free cancellation available
4h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Let us welcome you in Finland and take you on a journey to the charming town of Porvoo, just 45 km from Helsinki. As the second-oldest city in Finland, Porvoo offers a unique glimpse into the past with its four parallel cobblestone streets and a majestic cathedral dating back to the 1450s.

This tour invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and discover the heart of Finnish life. Walk through historic streets, take in the scent of tarred wood, listen to birdsong, and hear stories about Porvoo's past. With a cozy stop at a local café and plenty of wooden houses to admire, you will better understand Finnish character and see an authentic side of Finland many travelers miss.

Please note: Porvoo’s cobblestone streets are uneven—comfortable walking shoes are recommended; not suitable to wheelchairs and strollers.
We’ll finish the tour back in Helsinki, at a location of your choice.
A perfect walking (2.5h) and driving (1.5h) combo.

Activity location

Porvoo Old Town
- Jokikatu and Mannerheiminkatu
- 06100, Porvoo, Finland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Porvoo Old Town
- Jokikatu and Mannerheiminkatu
- 06100, Porvoo, Finland

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Private Medieval Porvoo by Car from Helsinki

4h
English

Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

$332.05 x 1 Traveler$332.05

Total

Until Tue, Oct 28

What's included, what's not

Nissan Qashqai car, Personalized route, Professional guide
Walking 2h and Driving 2h Combo
Bottled water and a Magnet Porvoo souvenir made by us
Pick-up and drop-off locations of your choosing :)
Advices for your own further Helsinki exploration: a list of tips
Snacks and drinks

Know before you book

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Porvoo Old Town

15m

After 40 min drive to Porvoo we park at the entrance into Porvoo Old town. This is where the King's road went through. Here starts your 2h walk in Finland 2nd oldest city. Let's travel back in time and enjoy Swedish heritage Medieval city.

Cathedral of Porvoo

15m

Ex-catholic, now lutheran church from Medieval times. Probably, stone church was already built in 1450s and the surface under the church was a graveyard for Porvoo citizens for centuries. Look at the old paintings on the wall, find the dates on the lanterns, know the purpose of a ship under the ceiling, get puzzled by Alexander I statue in the church and admire old Christian church Finland is particularly proud of. Visit depends on opening hours.

The Devil's Stairs

20m

Let's walk to Chapter House, the border of old town, see the first house where J.L. Runeberg lived and get to the devil's stairs! There is nothing about the devil, really, however, these stairs were not made by man, but ny nature itself. Feel the stillness of Porvoo and see how Finns live and understand Finnish character a bit better.

Edelfeltin patsas

10m

Edelfelt had an eye for Porvoo and enjoy painting one street after another. Paintings without a story, pure picture of life from 19 century.

Gallery Vanha Kappalaisentalo

10m

Let's enter a house from 1763 and see a temporary exhibition by Finnish artists. Have a look at the inner yard and see how was organized the business in Porvoo in 18th century. Visit is subject to opening hours.

Porvoo Old Town

30m

Here we walk Jokikatu and Valikatu, enter souvenir shops, admire old houses and have time for quick shopping. We walk the new bridge and admire Old city view from the other side, have a look at Simolin house and local coffee roastery.

Tea and Coffee House Helmi

20m

A time and place to enjoy local specialty - Runeberg's cake and local coffee blend! Or a bite of salmon quiche? Price: 10-15 euros

Location

Activity location

Porvoo Old Town
- Jokikatu and Mannerheiminkatu
- 06100, Porvoo, Finland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Porvoo Old Town
- Jokikatu and Mannerheiminkatu
- 06100, Porvoo, Finland

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