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Porvoo Old Town, Porvoo

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One of only six surviving medieval towns in Finland, Porvoo Old Town was first mentioned in texts dating back to the 14th century, but many of the original wooden buildings from this time period burned to the ground. The highlight of the town are the red wooden storage houses on the river, which are listed as a World Heritage Site. The remaining stone buildings, such as Porvoo Cathedral, represent the oldest of the buildings still standing from the original medieval town. Today the remaining wooden buildings in the old town center house art studios and artisan shops where local products are sold. Consider wearing boots with ankle support for walking over the uneven cobblestones. Using our world travel planner, Porvoo attractions like Porvoo Old Town can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.

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LMN789

August 17, 2017

We really enjoyed the small chocolate and coffee shops. Try the cinnamon rolls too, they were fantastic. Such a cute historic village. more »
Michelle G

August 16, 2017

Very charming town. We want as part of tour. Lovely day just meandering in he streets and visiting all the shops. Shops have literally just about everything. Jewelry chocolate coffee more »
Sakari M

August 15, 2017

This small town is located half an hour from Helsinki having very frequent bus connections available. This old town is very interesting with small promenads, also having cafes by the river. Shops, mar... more »

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John Marsh

June 30, 2017

We visited this small Finnish town about an hour outside of Helsinki in May 2017. It was part of our day excursion from a Celebrity Cruises Baltic cruise. The town is quaint with lots of small shops and sidewalk cafes for enjoying your time here. The church on the summit was beautiful.

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Ari Laakso

June 13, 2017

Beautiful, historical part of Porvoo. Worth a visit.

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Suttha Supanya

April 14, 2017

Small but cute old streets with artsy shops.

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Olga shebarina

June 28, 2017

A very beautiful atmospheric town

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Yong Yew Cheong

April 7, 2017

Nice place..I loved it.

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