Porvoo Old Town & Riverside Heritage Guided Tour from Helsinki
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Porvoo is Finland’s second oldest city, located just about 50 kilometers from Helsinki—making it the perfect choice for a day trip! The Old Town and Porvoonjoki River Valley are recognized for their outstanding historical and cultural value, even listed among Finland’s National Landscapes. You’ll love strolling through the well-preserved streets lined with 18th- and 19th-century buildings, and the 15th-century Porvoo Cathedral is a must-see landmark.
Your guide will lead you on a relaxed walk through Porvoo Old Town, sharing fascinating stories, interesting facts, and insider tips about this charming town’s medieval roots. After the guided portion, enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace—stop by cozy cafés, browse unique shops, snap photos, or simply soak up the local atmosphere.
When it’s time, your guide will accompany you back to Helsinki to wrap up your tour. With personalized attention and a friendly local guide, you’ll enjoy a memorable and convenient day out!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Finland’s weather can change quickly, so we suggest packing a light jacket and umbrella in Summer. In Winter, temperatures may drop to -25°C, so warm coats, scarves, hats, and gloves are a must. We also recommend travel insurance for a worry-free trip.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kamppi Shopping Centre
Kamppi Shopping Centre is a vibrant hub combining a modern underground bus terminal and a metro station beneath its main building, alongside a large shopping mall. This dynamic development has transformed the area into a lively, prosperous destination. Your tour will begin in front of R Kioski on the E-level, close by the Shopping centre main entrance, where you’ll meet your guide.
Porvoo
You’ll travel to Porvoo by intercity bus from Helsinki—a comfortable journey of about 50 minutes. Enjoy the scenic Finnish countryside from your window along the way.
What‘s Included
Guia Turistico habla Español
Round-trip Intercity bus tickets.
English-speaking local guide
Food and drink
Any personal expense
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Porvoo Old Town & Riverside Heritage Guided Tour from Helsinki
Reviews
47 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lovely day to Porvoo!
Julie O,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a lovely day! Sergio was a perfect tour guide - kind, welcoming, informative. He led us an a magnificent journey to Porvoo and back. We had a picture perfect light snow day in Porvoo, magical! Strongly recommend this tour with Sergio!
Time spent very well
Karan A,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sergio is a very knowledgable, warm and patient guide. We were on the tour with kids and they had a lovely time, he was very attentive and responsive to the kids and had answers to all our questions. We absolutely loved the first half of the day spent on the Porvoo & Riverside Old Town Heritage tour. He went out of his way to help us plan the days in Helsinki and address scheduling issues. Would strongly recommend the experience..
Nice to do
Brigitte A,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Sergio very nice. Nice discovery of this small town, Helmi coffee to do, and good lunch
Very worthwhile. Scenic...
Subroto P,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very worthwhile trip from Helsinki. Scenic spot with beautiful houses and city. Photogenic areas all around town. Will visit again.
Worth a short visit
Wendy C,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour was interesting and Sergio was an engaging and knowledgeable guide with a lively sense of humour. We felt the 2 hour shop browsing time at the end was too long tho and we would have preferred to leave a little earlier. It was drizzling as well so a river walk wasn’t possible. But you can’t help the weather!
Educational and beautiful tour
452lilym,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this tour. Our tour guide, Sergio is knowledgeable, kind, helpful and friendly. He made sure that everyone is comfortable and explained everything about the tour. We learned so much about the history and culture of Finland and its people. Porvoo is a beautiful place to visit. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
When you only have 3 days in Helsinki
Shayneb873,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Wonderful tour of Porvoo Old Town. Our tour guide was friendly & very knowledgeable. The walking pace was very easy. Lunch in Porvoo was a bit hard because of the number of people & the wait time to be served - luckily we had Christmas markets to use as a back-up lunch spot. Nice, easy 1/2 day tour with lovely old sites.
Sergio is a wonderful...
Sharon W,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sergio is a wonderful guide. He is very knowledgeable about Porvoo and provides insight that you would not expect. I highly recommend him as a great guide.
Excellent tour at Porvoo
Tina K,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience at Porvoo with our wonderful tour guide Sergio! I learnt so much history and had a taste of Runeberg cake 😊😊. The medieval cathedral was a highlight for me! I am still amazed at the level of historic preservation, quite remarkable! I highly recommend this tour
Romance..
timcY1813UN,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Porvoo’s Old Town is simply enchanting—a charming tapestry of colorful wooden houses and cobblestone streets that whisper stories of centuries past. The iconic red warehouses by the river glow warmly in the fading light, inviting you to lose yourself in a fairytale. Truly, a timeless place where Finnish heritage and romance dance together under the northern sky.
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