Savonlinna's Top Sights Unveiled: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Les descriptions sont affichées en anglais.
- 1–1,5 heures
- Annulation gratuite jusqu’à 24 h avant
- Guidé en anglais
- Confirmation immédiate
Points forts
Savonlinna is an enchanting town on the shores of Lake Saimaa. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll explore the picturesque destination, from its strategic fortress to its deep-rooted connections to Nordic history. You’ll hear the tales that make this lakeside town unique, and walk down charming streets and waterside paths where medieval meets modern. You’ll begin at Kauppatori, the bustling market square that’s served as Savonlinna’s beating heart for over a century. From there, you’ll cross scenic pedestrian bridges and stroll through tranquil streets lined with historic wooden buildings. Along the way, you’ll learn about the Forest Finns who emigrated from this region to Norway and Sweden, discover the city’s spa culture, and hear stories of Finland’s wartime resilience. The tour ends at the magnificent Olavinlinna Castle, the northernmost medieval stone fortress still standing, which now hosts one of the world’s most unique opera festivals.
Inclus
Ce qui est inclus
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Non inclus
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Itinéraire
Savonlinna is an enchanting town on the shores of Lake Saimaa. On this walking tour you’ll explore the picturesque destination, from its strategic fortress to its deep-rooted connections to Nordic history.
You’ll begin at Kauppatori, the bustling market square that’s served as Savonlinna’s beating heart for over a century. From there, you’ll cross scenic pedestrian bridges over shimmering waters and stroll through tranquil streets lined with historic wooden buildings.
As you pass by the cathedral, you’ll hear the tales that make this lakeside town unique, and walk down charming streets and waterside paths where medieval meets modern.
View historic ships that once carried timber, mail, and passengers across Lake Saimaa in Savonlinna Museum
Discover the story behind Villa Suruton (“Villa Without Sorrow”) and its Art Nouveau charm
Visit Aleksin Aukio, a lively urban square named after the popular Russian Tsar Alexander II
Experience the peaceful island of Vääräsaari, once a fashionable spa retreat for visitors from Finland and Russia
You’ll continue to peaceful Riihisaari, see the Savonlinna Theatre, and discover the city’s deep connection to Saint Olaf of Norway.
The tour ends at the magnificent Olavinlinna Castle, the northernmost medieval stone fortress still standing, which now hosts one of the world’s most unique opera festivals.
Annulation
Annulation gratuite jusqu’à 24 heures avant le début de l’expérience, avec remboursement intégral.
Avis
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À savoir avant de partir
- Point de rendez-vous
- This tour starts at Haapasalmenraitti. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
- Prise en charge
- Tout le monde se retrouve au point de départ ; il n’y a pas de prise en charge.
- Type de billet
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Opéré par
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Finland, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 93% below the median of the 176 experiences we list in Finland, outside the cities.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 61 of 176.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
