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Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga in 3 Days

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This itinerary visits Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga over three days. It covers key sites in Helsinki on the first morning before the ferry to Tallinn. The next day includes Tallinn highlights followed by the bus to Riga, with the final day dedicated to Riga.

3 daysFerry to TallinnBus to RigaBy travli· Checked by the travli team, September 2026

Day by day

Day 1

Helsinki, then the ferry to Tallinn

  1. 9:30HelsinkiSight
  2. 10:30HelsinkiSight
  3. 11:30HelsinkiSight
  4. 13:00HelsinkiSight
  5. 16:30Ferry to TallinnHelsinkiTransfer
Day 2

Tallinn, then the bus to Riga

  1. 9:00TallinnWalk
  2. 10:00TallinnWalk
  3. 11:00TallinnSight
  4. 12:00TallinnSight
  5. 15:00Bus to RigaTallinnTransfer
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Day 3

Riga

  1. 9:30RigaSight
  2. 11:00RigaSight
  3. 12:30RigaSight
  4. 14:30RigaSight
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Questions about this trip

Is three days enough for Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga?

Three days works if you move on schedule between cities. Book the ferry and bus tickets online before travel to lock in departure times.

Do I need to book the ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn ahead?

Book the ferry a few days ahead during summer. Multiple daily sailings exist but popular afternoon departures fill first.

Do I need to book the bus from Tallinn to Riga in advance?

Book online at least a day ahead. Direct buses take about four and a half hours and run several times a day.

How do I get around Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga in three days?

Use trams in each city center and walk between nearby sights. Buy day tickets on arrival to save time at ticket machines.

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