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Things to do in Porvoo

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All-in-One Helsinki and Porvoo Shore Excursion

1. All-in-One Helsinki and Porvoo Shore Excursion

Discover the quaint town of Porvoo on a guided shore excursion, followed by a tour of the Finnish capital of Helsinki. Admire the traditional architecture of Porvoo and some of the main landmarks of Helsinki including Sibelius Park, the Olympic Stadium, and Uspensky Cathedral. Meet your guide at Helsinki Port. Then, take a scenic drive towards Porvoo, the second oldest town in Finnland. Upon arrival, marvel at the picturesque waterfront red-painted houses whilst your guide takes you on a walking tour. See the Old Church, Town Hall Square, as well as shops and workshops.  Following the visit to Porvoo, head back to Helsinki. Enjoy a sightseeing tour by bus as you discover Esplanadi Street and the Grand Mannerheim Boulevard. Admire the views of the Opera House, the Finlandia Concert Hall, the National Museum, the Parliament Building, and the Presidential Palace. Stop at the famous Sibelius Park, named after the renowned Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. See the Sibelius Monument, an abstract grouping of hundreds of steel pipes. After the park, continue the Olympic Stadium, the site of the 1952 Summer Olympics. Arrive at the Rock Church, carved directly out of the side of the mountain and topped by a magnificent copper dome. Admire the exterior of Uspensky Cathedral, the largest Orthodox church in Western Europe. See Helsinki Central train station with its famous clock tower as well as the beloved Havis Amanda fountain. The tour ends with free time by the seaside Market Square, where you can try some local delicacies. At the end of the tour, be returned to the port in time for your cruise ship's departure.

From Helsinki: Porvoo Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

2. From Helsinki: Porvoo Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

You'll meet your guide in Helsinki just before noon. From here, you'll head to Porvoo to marvel at the historic Old Town, with its well-preserved historical buildings as well as a 15th-century cathedral. The Old Town is a historically and culturally significant place and is recognized as one of the important National landscapes of Finland. During the tour, you will learn about Finnish history and culture, exploring the Red Riverside Warehouses, Porvoo Castle, Porvoo Old Town Hall, and the devil's stairs, as well as many other attractions. After your guide shows you around the top attractions in Porvoo you'll have about 40 minutes of free time to explore the many cafes, restaurants, and shops in Old Town. Then you'll head back to Helsinki where the bus will drop you off in Senate Square.

Porvoo: Historical Tour / River Cruise and Views of Old Town

3. Porvoo: Historical Tour / River Cruise and Views of Old Town

Experience comfortable audio-guided non-stop boat tour in Porvoo River. Enjoy fascinating stories about Vikings, historic riverside enclosures and churches, and famous local artists. The history of Porvoo also includes Tsar Alexander I. Boat will pass by beautiful old wooden houses, Porvoo's historical cathedral from 15th century and show you nature that is surrounding the town. Make best pictures of most important sights to preserve memories from your vacation! Cafe is open for customers through the whole duration of the tour. Restroom available onboard of the boat.

Helsinki: Helsinki and Porvoo Sightseeing Tour

4. Helsinki: Helsinki and Porvoo Sightseeing Tour

Prior to departure, your experienced local guide will pick you up from your relevant harbor. From here you will begin your Helsinki city tour, visiting a variety of cultural landmarks and historic monuments. You will stop for photos at the Sibelius Monument and Senate Square, and visit other Helsinki attractions such as Olympic Stadium, Esplanade Park, Old Market Hall, and the Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral. After spending the morning sightseeing in Helsinki, your bus tour will continue to the charming medieval town of Porvoo. Once having arrived, you can take a walking tour of Porvoo to see the Old Town Hall, Porvoo Cathedral, the Devil's Stairs, and the Statue of A. Edelfelt. You will also be able to look out over the charismatic red warehouses on the shoreline from the Bridge on Mannerheiminkatu Street. Porvoo is also a dream come true for food lovers, due to its reputation it has for its restaurants and cafes. You will be free to take a break to have lunch in a local cafe, and can also visit a local artisans shop (at your own expense). Following your sightseeing in Porvoo, your tour bus will take you back to the harbor at around 4:00PM.

From Helsinki: Porvoo Guided Day Trip with Transportation

5. From Helsinki: Porvoo Guided Day Trip with Transportation

The trip to Porvoo takes approximately 40 minutes, on the way we will tell you about the history of Finland and also the cultural aspects of the Finnish nation. Porvoo is the second oldest city in Finland. The town is famed for its "Old Town", a dense medieval street pattern with wooden houses. It is the town of Johan Ludvig Runeberg and Albert Edelfelt. We also will visit the market square, King's hotel, Merchant houses, Niko Laurilla store, and Toy store. We will enjoy the slow, silent, and calm Finnish life.

Berlin, Hamburg, Tallinn & Helsinki Cruise Ship Tour Package

6. Berlin, Hamburg, Tallinn & Helsinki Cruise Ship Tour Package

All our tours are conducted with modern, air-conditioned vehicles and professional local guides. We adjust all pick-up and drop-off times to your ship’s docking hours. You will be picked up and dropped off directly at the port. Discover Berlin's iconic landmarks on a fascinating shore excursion with an expert guide. See the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Memorial to the Murdered Jews, and more. Drive through West Berlin and visit Museum Island, Checkpoint Charlie, and a remaining section of the Berlin Wall. Explore Alexanderplatz, Television Tower, and two beautiful squares, with a lunch break. Gain historical and cultural insights throughout the tour, before returning to the port. Please note the guide only joins in Berlin and is not present in the bus on the journey from the port. Tour duration: 12 hours Transfer to & from the port: 3-3.5 hours each, in Berlin: 5-6 hour guided tour See the best of Hamburg on a guided tour with a local expert. Visit the city's picturesque canals, high-end shopping areas, and the legendary Star Club. Discover Hamburg's most famous landmarks, including the Binnen and Aussenalster lakes, before an hour of free time for lunch and shopping. Return transfer to the port included. Please note the guide only joins in Hamburg and is not present in the bus on the journey from the port. Tour duration: 7-8 hours Transfer to & from the port: 1.5-2 hours each, in Hamburg: approx. 4 hours with the guide Take a scenic drive to historic Porvoo and Helsinki with a local guide. Stroll the charming waterfront in Porvoo, then enjoy a coffee break. In Helsinki, see the Opera House, Sibelius Park, Rock Church, and more. End with free time to sample local cuisine. Return transfer to the port included. Tour duration: 7 hours Explore Tallinn's Upper and Lower Old Town with a guide. Admire the parks, medieval Toompea Castle, Parliament, and more. Walk through St. Catherine's Passage and admire the artists' studios. End with 2 hours of free time for lunch and shopping before a return transfer to the port. Tour duration: 5 hours Transfer from the port to the city, 3 hour guided tour, free time and transfer back to the port

Helsinki: Helsinki & Porvoo Private City Tour by luxury car

7. Helsinki: Helsinki & Porvoo Private City Tour by luxury car

Visit Helsinki, the city of the highest standard of life in the world! This young European capital is the third largest Nordic city, but it`s quite compact to explore on foot or on bicycle, however we offen you the city tour by comfortable car. During city tour with a prefessional guide loving this city you will explore the main landmarks of this vibrant capital. Porvoo is Finland’s second oldest town and one of the most charming city in Finland. Magic Porvoo, located just within 50 km east of Helsinki, is full of history. The timeless and unique atmosphere in Old Porvoo attracts travellers from all over the world. In today’s Porvoo, the past and the present merge in perfect harmony. The Old Town provides one of Porvoo`s most colourful sights and tourist attractions. Old Porvoo is famous for its narrow lanes and brick-coloured riverside warehouses. Small wooden colored houses, quite narrow cobbled streets, cozy coffee-houses, nice souvenir shops… Everything here is saturated with the spirit of measured Finland.

Helsinki/Porvoo: Group Guided Eco-Friendly Tour

8. Helsinki/Porvoo: Group Guided Eco-Friendly Tour

See the sights in Helsinki with a two day tour of Helsinki and the charming medieval town of Porvoo. Sail by ferry to the wind-swept sea fortress of Suomenlinna. Meet your guide at the Helsinki Central Railway Station on the first day of your tour. Follow your guide to see the columns of Helsinki Cathedral, Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, and Rock Church. Travel by tram to the gardens at the seaside Sibelius Park, Olympic Stadium, Market Square, Market Hall, and Esplanadi Park. Take a round-trip ferry to Suomenlinna to enjoy a guided tour of the sea fortress of Finland. On the second day, meet at the bus station to take an inter-city bus to Porvoo. Discover this old town with help from your expert guide. Take some free time to walk around. In the afternoon, you cam take the inter-city bus back to Helsinki.

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