Suomenlinna Fortress
Region: Helsinki
Cultural Heritage
18th-century sea fortress and UNESCO World Heritage site. Museums and cafes are abundant.
Tourism in Finland
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Santa Claus Village
Region: Rovaniemi
Experience Facility
Popular spot where you can meet Santa year-round on the Arctic Circle.
Aurora Viewing in Utsjoki
Region: Lapland Region
Nature
Low light pollution with high probability of aurora from September to April.
Olavinlinna Castle
Region: Savonlinna
Historical Architecture
Medieval fortress on an island in a lake. Summer opera festival venue.
Temppeliaukio Church
Region: Helsinki
Modern Architecture
Unique chapel carved from bedrock. Famous for excellent acoustics.
Levi Ski Resort
Region: Kittilä
Winter Sports
Northernmost major ski area. Also features night skiing and ice hotel.
Lake Saimaa Cruise
Region: Lake District
Nature
Cruise touring seal sanctuaries. Midnight sun sunset scenery is spectacular.
Porvoo Old Town
Region: Uusimaa Region
Cultural Heritage
Medieval merchant town with red wooden warehouses and cobblestones. Café hopping is popular.
Icebreaker Experience Sampo
Region: Kemi
Experience
Navigate the frozen Gulf of Bothnia on an icebreaker and enjoy ice swimming.
Nuuksio National Park
Region: Espoo
Nature
Virgin forest hiking and berry picking near the capital.
Suggested itineraries
Arctic Circle Aurora and Santa Claus 5 Days
Duration (days): 5
Highlights: Rovaniemi, Santa Claus Village, Aurora Hunting, Husky Safari
Aurora viewing at night, reindeer farms and snow activities during the day.
Southern Three Cities Art & Gourmet Tour
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Helsinki, Turku, Tampere, Lake Cruise
Leisurely trip touring the capital''s design streets, ancient Turku castle, and Tampere sauna museum.
Travel tips
- Summer has midnight sun with late light. Blackout eye mask recommended.
- Winter temperatures can drop below -20°C. Layering and non-slip boots essential.
- Route buses and trams offer discount prepaid IC cards. Touch system when boarding.
- Credit card society with no need for cash, but small coins useful for coin lockers.
- Public Wi-Fi established throughout the city. Passwords available at tourist information.
- Alcohol sold at government-run Alko stores. Closed Sundays and holidays.
- Forest berry and mushroom picking "right of public access" is recognized, but private gardens are off-limits.
- Lake diving after sauna is exhilarating but confirm safety and manage health conditions.
- No tipping required. Taxi fares have nighttime surcharges.
- Collisions with wildlife (moose, reindeer) are common; be cautious with rental cars.