Porvoo is the second oldest city in Finland. It has quite an interesting place in Finland's history because it is one of only six medieval cities in the country. The city itself was first historically mentioned in documents dating back to the 14th century, and the city has an intriguing place in the heart of Finnish history, being the location where the Diet of Porvoo was signed in 189 - the pledge to establish the country's government. Hiring a car in Porvoo means you can get more value out of your trip around the finest Finnish sights.
There are some beautiful sights to see like the Vanha Porvoo, a neighbourhood that's hundreds of years old. Porvoo Historical Museum is a must-see to really understand the history of the town and its place in Finnish history. If you are a lover of creative writing then you must see national poet Johan Ludvig Runeberg's former home, which has now been turned into a museum. Hire a car in Porvoo from our branch when you get there and you'll be able to see the most important sights in the space of a weekend, and explore the wider area.