Porvoo All-Way Guided Sightseeing Tour from Helsinki
Description
Porvoo is the second oldest city in Finland that locates approximately 50 km away from Helsinki city centre, which is a great option for a daytour from Helsinki! The Porvoo Old Town and the Porvoonjoki River Valley are recognised as historically and culturally significant as one of the National Landscape of Finland. Porvoo Old Town is a popular tourist destination, known for its well-preserved 18th & 19th century buildings. The Porvoo Cathedral constructed in the 15th century is also the must-not-miss spot. You will have slow walk on the street of Porvoo Old Town, hear the facts, stories, and interesting things about Porvoo from your guide, and experience its medieval atmosphere. After the guided tour, you will have some free own time to explore more about this town. You may visit some lovely cafes or shops that you just pass by, take some more pictures, and have your own light adventure in Porvoo! When time is up, your guide will take you returning to Helsinki to finish this tour.
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Itinerary
Kamppi Shopping Centre is a joint station that integrates a new underground bus terminal and a metro station underneath its main building, which serves as a complex shopping centre. Your trip will start in front of Starbucks at its E-level by meeting up your guide there. contains metro station, bus station, and shopping mall. Its development has made this area prosperous
You will head to Porvoo by inter-city bus from Helsinki. It takes around 50 min to get there. Take a quick glance at this country from the bus window on your way there.
You will have an overall 3-hr guided tour in the Porvoo Old Town. It is the second oldest town in Finland. In addition to the popular spots, your guide will bring you walk deeply into this town to know more about the cultural, art, & historic aspects of this medieval town.
Porvoo Cathedral took its present form at the end of the 15th century. It can accommodate 750 people and it can be reserved for baptisms, marriage ceremonies and funerals at the Parish Office.
It is the oldest town hall in Finland. You will know the history of the Porvoo region, as well as traditional and industrial art. Albert Edelfelt, Ville Vallgren, Louis Sparre, A.W Finch and Saara Hopea.
You will visit the Devil's Stairs in Porvoo and learn about its story behind
After the guided tour, you will have some personal free moments. You may visit the lovely cafe or gallery that you just pass by, choose some souvenirs in local shops, or explore more about this old town with your own pace
When time is up, your guide will bring you to the bus station and return to Helsinki. It will take another 50 min on the road. Take a rest when you are on the bus.
The bus will return to Kamppi, where this tour will end. You may enjoy some slow walk on the street on your way back to the accommodation. Have a restful evening!
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(72)
Our tour guide Cesar was excellent! The pickup was very smooth, and the tour was very informative.
Beautiful and historic town! Daniela was a very knowledgeable and wonderful guide! Highly recommended.
I was a bit skeptical when I saw we were taking public transportation, but once we got started, Harry made us very comfortable and we got underway. Porvoo has to be once of my favorite tours/destinations!! It was a beautiful medieval city with interesting architecture, beautiful views and cute little shops. I wish I had more time to explore. A must, though is the local chocolate shop where you can purchase yummy chocolate bars and truffles!
Excellent communication before the trip, regarding pick up etc. Our guide Paulo even rang us the day before. Paulo gave us detailed information about Finland- history, culture, beliefs, economic etc. He shared his story too. Porvoo is a lovely town to visit. Bus driver was a good driver. An excellent day.
Great tour of Porvoo! Tour guide Daniela was very informative and engaging. The weather was perfect for all of the outdoor walking we did.
Very short trip to beautiful city! Food and surroundings were amazing. It is a most relaxing place to visit.
Daniela was fabulous very informative good steady pace but never rushed. She even took a couple of pictures of myself and wife when requested.
A big thanks to Daniela for a great day. Daniela provided many interesting facts and kept us entertained despite many shop closures for midsummer and Cathedral closure for confirmations.
All six of us really enjoyed the tour- Letitia was excellent so very happy all round
Good and easy way to experience porvoo!
