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As you tour Finland, you can’t possibly miss visiting Porvoo. Whether you’re coming for business or pleasure, there’s always something to do and places to see in Porvoo.
A Porvoo blog is all you need to decide amongst the top things to do in Porvoo.
Going on a 3 days trip is sufficient to see some of the most interesting places in Porvoo. But if you can add 2-3 days more you’d be able to experience rather than ‘see’ that an ordinary tourist does. Here is a combined list of best tourist places in Porvoo as well as some of the best things to do in Porvoo.
1. Porvoo Cathedral
Porvoo Cathedral is a beautiful Cathedral situated in Porvoo.
The Church’s front façade has majestic stone columns, beautiful sculptured religious figures and high arched stained glass windows. Don’t forget to climb to the top of the dome for a bird’s-eye perspective over the square and the surrounding area.
Quick Facts:
- The cathedral was built somewhere around 13th-century.
Address: Kirkkotori 1, 06100 Porvoo, Finland
2. Pellinki
Pellinki is an enduring stone lighthouse with a long history.
It has served as an important signal point for incoming vessels. With a beautiful beach nearby you can combine the visit to two.
Do plan in advance as visitor hours are quite limited. A set of narrow spiral staircases leads you to the top.
Without a doubt this wonderful lighthouse is one amongst the top things to do in Porvoo.
3. Söderskär lighthouse
Söderskär lighthouse is a well known lighthouse located off the coast of Porvoo.
It has been an important signal point to warn incoming ships away from the shoreline. Even from the land this pretty whitewashed lighthouse can be seen from miles.
The biggest letdown are the limited visiting hours, bummer really! But it is the Sun dropping in the ocean which is truly the best part of this place.
Quick Facts:
- This whole structure that you see was the brainchild of Axel Hampus Dalström.
- The lighthouse was opened on 1862.
4. Old Town Of Porvoo
This pretty old town is the historical heart of Porvoo.
The Old town of Porvoo is a maze of medieval narrow alleyways with flowing stairways going up and down. Old Town Of Porvoo has a vibrant nightlife scene, with a wide variety of pubs and clubs to choose from.
With so much to offer, no wonder Old Town Of Porvoo is one of the top things to do in Porvoo.
5. Söderskär
Söderskär is a long-standing lighthouse which has been in continuous use since its inception.
It has served as an important signal point for incoming vessels. With a beautiful beach nearby you can combine the visit to two.
On the downside, the visitor hours are rather limited, so plan accordingly. You will need to pay a small fees to enter.
Quick Facts:
- It is Axel Hampus Dalström who conceptualized and turned it into a reality.
- The lighthouse was opened on 1862.
6. Porvoonjoki
A shopping mall in Porvoo with shops spreading over multiple floors.
A good time pass activity if you have some extra hours to kill.
Quick Facts:
- The shopping mall stretches for a length of around 143 km.
7. Holm House / Porvoo Museum
Holm House / Porvoo Museum is an interesting museum located in the Porvoo city.
Add it to your Porvoo trip if you have time.
Address: Välikatu 11, 06100 Porvoo, Finland
9. Majakkasaari
Quite popular with the tourists, Majakkasaari is an island located off the coast of Porvoo.
Majakkasaari offers a lengthy stretch of a picture-perfect beach for visitors to relax. From the port catch the ferry to here anytime of the day.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Porvoo trip.
10. Glosholm Lighthouse
Glosholm Lighthouse is a long-standing lighthouse which has been in continuous use since its inception.
It has been an important signal point to warn incoming ships away from the shoreline. Even from the land this pretty whitewashed lighthouse can be seen from miles.
It’s the worth the climb as the sweeping sea views will win your heart and soul. And if you want to dwelve more into the history of Glosholm Lighthouse, you can do so in the attached nautical museum.
Quick Facts:
- The lighthouse is located on the Glosholm Island.
- The lighthouse was opened on 1832.
11. Runeberg’s Home
Runeberg’s Home is a museum built honoring one of the city’s most illustrious citizens/residents.
The mansion has been preserved as a museum to provide a glimpse into the life of this noteworthy personnel. And even if are clueless about the person, you can still appreciate the magnificent house and its garden.
Quick Facts:
- The house museum was opened on 1845.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Porvoo trip.
Address: Aleksanterinkatu 3, 06100 Porvoo, Finland
But beyond the famous attractions in Porvoo, there is something that pulls you back again and again, perhaps it’s the city’s charm. All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler, slow traveler, a female traveler or a couple there are plenty of interesting things to do in Porvoo for everyone.
And if you plan it well, these popular tourist attractions in Porvoo can be easily covered in a short itinerary. If you have any questions or suggestions on sightseeing in Porvoo, I would love to hear them in the comments section below.
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