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Yyteri in Pori is the first Finnish destination to be granted the Blue Flag certificate in the beach category. Blue Flag is one of the world’s most recognised eco-labels awarded to beaches, marinas and sustainable boating tourism operators. 

When children hear that Kirjurinpuisto has a playground the size of nearly five football fields, they rarely need any more convincing. But how about adults? What does Kirjurinluoto offer if you are travelling in the company of adults? Let’s find out, but first, we will talk about children.

Get to know the Pori coast and archipelago in the Bothnian Sea National Park. Stretching from Kustavi in the south to Merikarvia in the north, the park offers maritime travel gems for all tastes and likes. Most of the park’s destinations are islands, the most popular of which are Säppi and Iso-Enskeri, both of which are accessible to visitors without their own vessel on boat tours organised in the summer. Tickets and timetables can be found online at: shop.visitpori.fi.

Here’s a tip for a one-day road trip taking in the coastal gems. A car is the more leisurely option, but those seeking greater activity can also enjoy the changing scenery by bicycle. Some of the destinations can be visited on guided tours. For further information, see: shop.visitpori.fi

Sustainable tourism considers the current and future impacts of tourism to ensure that the needs of tourists, tourism companies, destinations, the environment and local communities are addressed both now and in the future. Sustainable tourism does not need to be overly serious; small actions have a big impact. Here are five tips for sustainable tourism in Pori: