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Currency
Euro (EUR)
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Language
Finnish, Swedish
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Time Zone
EET (UTC+2)
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Best Time to Visit
Jun–Aug
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Typical Duration
12-18 nights
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Price Range
$2,976-$7,099 per person
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to Finland's west coast and the stunning Swedish-speaking Ostrobothnia region, offering access to Nordic culture and pristine Baltic Sea landscapes.
Cruises that visit Vaasa (Vasa)
Build Your Day in Vaasa (Vasa)
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Shopping Centre Rewell
Nice atmosphere has everything with plenty of variety in stores.
🕐 Opens soon · 8 AM
K-Citymarket
Best place to buy a product, rate is affordable and staff are friendly
🕐 Open · Closes 11 PM
Tropiclandia
If you go early morning you can get it cheaper between 9-11am.
🕐 Opens soon · 8 AM
Strampen
Very nice location, good food and attentive personnel.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Restaurant Hejm
Best dinner I've had in a long time and the service was top notch.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
GW Galleria
Compact yet good variation of retail chains can be found
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Bock's Corner Brewery
Beautiful craft beers and a lovely burger.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Shopping Center Espen
There are many shops where it's easier to buy stuff.
🕐 Opens soon · 8 AM
Faros Restaurant Ship
Great place, great views and great food.
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM
O'Malley's Pub
Nice drinks, good music and sports on tv.
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM
Littlepub
Great selection of beers excellent service
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Clas Ohlson
Great selection and prices
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Ruins of Old Vaasa
Lots of information is supplied as well.
Ostrobothnian Museum
The sub level is a semi permanent exhibition zone.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Meteoria Söderfjärden Visitor Centre
Really beautiful place and interesting exhibitions.
🕐 Temporarily closed
Vaasa Automobile and Motor Museum
Worth the affordable entrance fee.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Ravintola 1h+k
Amazing food, great local IPA beer and perfect service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Oliver's Inn
Very nice place with very friendly bartenders!
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 PM
Vaasa Market Hall
Restaurants inside and fresh fish shop.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Magokoro
The waiters are really nice and the service is good and relatively quick.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Memos
This is just an amazing place, great food, great service, great interior.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Outsider Art, Edvin's Trail
Cool trail with variety of fun art pieces.
Kaserntorgsparken
Park with a orthodox church, child's playground and a soccer field.
Badagi
Awesome service, great atmosphere and good food.
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM
Mama's Kitchen & bar
Wery good food.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Sale Rewell
Cheap and nice used good condition items
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
Iittala Vaasa
Good selection, fairly large shop for Iittala
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Office Bar
Best wings and beer in the country
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
Tikanoja Art Museum
Very good arts in the museum.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Fröj
Beautiful interior, passionate and friendly staff, great food.
🕐 Closed · Opens 4:30 PM
Zinc Craftbar
Friendly staff, broad selection of different beers priced very reasonably.
🕐 Closed · Opens 3 PM
FoodPoint Vaasa
Check out the size and with the very warm service, what’s not to like!
🕐 Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Galleria Wasa
Thailand restaurant is good food there
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Museum of Old Vaasa
Free to visit.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Finland's Statue of Liberty
Setterberg Park
A very peaceful place
Doo-Bop Club
No takeout·No delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM Fri
Sky Bar & Terrace
High prices, but cocktails are great, awesome view
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM
Market Square
Great outdoor sitting and enjoy a beer!
NORMAL Vasa, Espen
but then i walked into this store and they played "last christmas".
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Pocket
Great handcrafted drinks and handpicked wines
🕐 Closed · Opens 3 PM
Tourist Information | Visit Vaasa
Onsite services
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Lento patsas
Krogen Bar
No takeout·No delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM
Old Vaasa's Marketplace
It’s pretty small but old cobblestone is still intact.
Suomen pankin korkokuvat
Vasa Vattentorn
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Vaasa (Vasa)
Vaasa serves as a charming port of call on Finland's western coast, primarily welcoming guests aboard Oceania Cruises' elegant vessels. While this intimate port hosts just a single cruise line, it offers a genuine escape from the busier Scandinavian cruise hubs, making it an ideal stop for travelers seeking authentic Nordic experiences. With most cruises from this region spanning 12 nights, you'll have ample time to explore the Baltic's most captivating destinations, including Copenhagen, Stockholm, and the scenic Swedish coast.
Stepping ashore in Vaasa, you'll discover a welcoming Finnish port town with a distinctive character all its own. The city's waterfront location and well-preserved architecture invite leisurely exploration, while the surrounding region showcases the natural beauty and cultural richness that defines coastal Finland. June represents the peak season for cruising here, when long daylight hours and pleasant weather make it an especially appealing time to visit this Nordic gem.
Stepping ashore in Vaasa, you'll discover a welcoming Finnish port town with a distinctive character all its own. The city's waterfront location and well-preserved architecture invite leisurely exploration, while the surrounding region showcases the natural beauty and cultural richness that defines coastal Finland. June represents the peak season for cruising here, when long daylight hours and pleasant weather make it an especially appealing time to visit this Nordic gem.
Cruise Lines at Vaasa (Vasa)
- Oceania Cruises (2 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Vaasa (Vasa)
Cruises Visiting Vaasa (Vasa)
Ship Schedule at Vaasa (Vasa)
Vaasa (Vasa) Location
Other Cruise Ports in Finland
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE for Vaasa port?
FIVAA is the UN/LOCODE for Vaasa port, Finland.
Where is Vaasa located?
Vaasa is at 63.1 N latitude and 21.6 E longitude in western Finland.
What is the status of Vaasa port?
Vaasa is an official port in Finland.
What is Vaasa known for?
Coastal scenery, archipelago, and a lively cultural scene.