There are many exciting adventures to be had in Helsinki City Centre, but head farther afield and you'll find even more magic. Arrange a set of wheels and you can meander around the surrounding region at your leisure. Add these awesome destinations to your travel plan:

• Make your way to Tampere for an excellent sightseeing adventure. Around 100 miles from Helsinki City Centre, it's home to lots of cool sights like Sarkanniemi.
• Next stop? Hameenlinna, which is around 60 miles away. Hame Castle is one local draw card you won't want to miss.
• Make tracks to Yyteri Beach to reconnect with nature. Pack a picnic to enjoy or just relax in the fresh air. From Helsinki City Centre, it's about 150 miles away.

If you don't have a driver's license issued in Finland, then you'll likely need to apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your place of residence in order to rent a car. You should also be aware that if an IDP is required, it has no validity on its own. You'll have to show your driver's license from your home country your passport and other forms of documentation as well. Lastly, make sure the credit card you used to book the rental matches the name on your license and passport. A few other things to note to rent a car internationally are:

• Age restrictions: You must be at least 25 in most places to rent a car. If you're younger, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of vehicles available to rent.
• Driving limitations: Make sure you read the rules and regulations before getting behind the wheel. With rental cars, you usually can't cross country borders, drive onto ferries or go off-roading with your rental car.