{"id":15418,"date":"2026-05-20T17:32:40","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T12:02:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/?p=15418"},"modified":"2026-05-20T17:33:06","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T12:03:06","slug":"places-to-visit-in-finland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-finland\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Places to Visit in Finland: Finland\u2019s Best Attractions Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<table style=\"font-size: 17px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Key Takeaways:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Finland has four travel regions: the Helsinki region, the Lakeland, the Lapland, and the Archipelago.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Helsinki is Finland\u2019s main gateway, with walkable streets, easy transport, historic landmarks, markets and coastal views.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Lapland (Rovaniemi, Levi, Kilpisj\u00e4rvi and Inari) is best for aurora viewing, winter sports, midnight sun, Sami culture and Santa Claus attractions.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Finland is best for nature lovers, with its national parks, 180,000+ lakes, forest covering 75% of the land and UNESCO heritage towns like Rauma and Suomenlinna.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching over 1,200 kilometres from north to south, Finland has four distinct regions, each with its own defining landscapes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The arctic wilderness of Lapland lies in the far north, while the south is defined by the urban and design-rich Helsinki region, alongside archipelagos in the Baltic Sea and Lakeland, the largest lake district in Europe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These regions change a lot with the seasons and are marked by extraordinary phenomena, such as the northern lights and the midnight sun.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide brings together 20 of the best places to visit in Finland across these regions, organised geographically to help you plan smarter.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 Best Places to Visit in Finland<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Helsinki: Capital of Finland<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June to August for warm sunny weather (15-22\u00b0C)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1.5 or 2 full days<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from New Delhi directly, or via connecting flights from various cities across India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Baltic Sea surrounds Helsinki on three sides, with more than 300 small islands scattered off the coast. The city is a hub for design and architecture and has green spaces, including parks and forests covering one-third of the city.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting around in Helsinki is easy and affordable with an efficient network of trams, metro, buses and ferries that cover the city and surrounding areas. Plus, the city is highly compact and walkable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Famous tourist attractions to visit in Helsinki<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/helsingintuomiokirkko.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki Cathedral<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an architectural wonder with a striking white facade and towering green domes and columns.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.temppeliaukionkirkko.fi\/en\/index\/nimi.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temppeliaukio Church<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, carved into solid granite, this cave-like church is a modern architectural masterpiece, where its copper-domed ceiling, striking acoustics and natural light create a peaceful atmosphere.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki\u2019s harbour-side Market Square and the Old Market Hall, and once there, try creamy salmon soup (Lohikeitto), traditional Karelian pies (Karjalanpiirakka), and smoked reindeer.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oodihelsinki.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Central Library Oodi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a multifunctional, modern library with a cafe, theatre, gaming room, recording studios, maker spaces and a \u2018Book Heaven\u2019.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Sibelius Monument is one of Helsinki\u2019s most photographed landmarks, consisting of over 600 steel pipes welded in a way to resemble an organ, created in honour of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kampinkappeli.fi\/index\/visit_1.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kamppi Chapel of Silence<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, opened in 2012, is a small wooden chapel designed as a quiet space at the centre of urban chaos. Visit the chapel for a peaceful break during sightseeing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15431\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15431\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kamppi-chapel-of-silence-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15431\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kamppi-chapel-of-silence-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Kamppi Chapel of Silence Helsinki Places to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kamppi-chapel-of-silence-place-to-visit-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kamppi-chapel-of-silence-place-to-visit-finland-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kamppi-chapel-of-silence-place-to-visit-finland-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kamppi-chapel-of-silence-place-to-visit-finland-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15431\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DYAT6iyDXCX\/\">Kamppi Chapel of Silence<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Suomenlinna Sea Fortress<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> May to September\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3-4 hours<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 15-minute public ferry from the Market Square, Helsinki (You can either purchase the ticket at the station or via the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsl.fi\/en\/travelling\/visitors\/suomenlinna\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HSL app<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suomenlinna Sea Fortress is an 18th-century UNESCO World Heritage site that stretches across six islands off the coast of Helsinki.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fortress has six kilometres of defensive walls and around 200 historically significant buildings of European military design, repurposed into museums and residential buildings for a community of about 800 people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can either join public tours, book private group tours, or explore Suomenlinna independently at your own pace.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to do in Suomenlinna\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the fortress on foot by following the Blue Route (1.5 km). The terrain includes some hilly areas, cobblestone and gravel paths, so wear comfortable walking shoes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit The King&#8217;s Gate, originally a main entrance to the fortress, which stands on Kustaanmiekka Island, facing the sea.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop at Suomenlinna Church along the trail, which is surrounded by a unique fence made of old gun barrels and heavy chains.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Great Courtyard, which was the administrative centre of the fortress and tour the Ehrensv\u00e4rd Museum.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch old ships being restored at the Dry Dock.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the Submarine Vesikko, a Finnish Navy submarine that served in World War 2 and is now a museum open during the summer months.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the underground tunnels and hidden passages.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy picnics in grassy areas, surrounded by cliffs and shorelines with beautiful views and visit cafes and restaurants.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15430\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15430\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/suomenlinna-sea-fortress-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15430\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/suomenlinna-sea-fortress-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Suomenlinna Sea Fortress Finland Places to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/suomenlinna-sea-fortress-place-to-visit-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/suomenlinna-sea-fortress-place-to-visit-finland-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/suomenlinna-sea-fortress-place-to-visit-finland-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/suomenlinna-sea-fortress-place-to-visit-finland-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/suomenlinna-sea-fortress-place-to-visit-finland-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15430\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DYHASb8jTLx\/?img_index=1\">Suomenlinna Sea Fortress<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Porvoo<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Late May to September<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a half day or a full day<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a 1-hour direct bus from Kamppi Bus Station in central Helsinki. Or there is a steamship trip available from Market Square on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/msjlruneberg.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">M\/S J.L. Runeberg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in summer. The journey takes around 4 hours, but is worth the sea views and sunshine of the Finnish summer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Porvoo is a beautiful, medieval town along the Porvoonjoki River, just about 52 kilometres east of Helsinki, with roots dating back to the 1300s.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The city is a great day-trip destination with colourful wooden houses, red ochre riverside warehouses, artisanal cafes and medieval cobblestone streets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although the city is ancient, much of the wooden architecture of the Old Porvoo (Vanha Porvoo) was rebuilt after a major fire in 1760.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best places to see and things to do in Porvoo<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Red Riverside Warehouses: these red-ochre-painted wooden houses were originally used for storage. Now they serve as a major symbol of the town\u2019s heritage and are among the most photographed places in Finland.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walk around the medieval cobblestone streets in Old Porvoo, and visit nearby cafes and browse small boutiques for local crafts and goods.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Porvoo Cathedral, a 15th-century Gothic stone church with white walls and a steep, dark shingle roof.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy a leisurely walk through Castle Hill (Iso Linnam\u00e4ki) during <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/summer-in-finland\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finnish summer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a peaceful, wooded area with walking paths and wooden footbridges, where a medieval castle once stood, overlooking the town.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">View Porvoo\u2019s cityscape at Maari\u2019s Bay near Castle Hill.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.porvoo.fi\/en\/culture-and-leisure\/culture\/runebergs-home\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">J.L. Runeberg\u2019s Home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the preserved residence of Finland\u2019s national poet, Johan Ludvig Runeberg.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.porvoonmuseo.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Porvoo Museum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s Old Town Hall, which exhibits historic arts and artefacts and Holm House, which displays furniture, art and clothing that reflect the tastes of the 18th-century wealthy society in Porvoo.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15429\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15429\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/porvoo-museum-old-town-hall-in-finland.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15429\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/porvoo-museum-old-town-hall-in-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Porvoo Old Town riverside houses Places to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/porvoo-museum-old-town-hall-in-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/porvoo-museum-old-town-hall-in-finland-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/porvoo-museum-old-town-hall-in-finland-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/porvoo-museum-old-town-hall-in-finland-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/porvoo-museum-old-town-hall-in-finland-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15429\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DRu9L28klj3\/?img_index=9\">Porvoo Museum\u2019s Old Town Hall<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/brunberg.fi\/en\/the-shops\/the-old-town-shop\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brunberg Candy Factory Shop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, famous for its handmade chocolates, foam kisses (Suukot), liquorice, fudge and bargain sweet treats.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Nuuksio National Park<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">June to October\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Half to a full day<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Take a local train from Helsinki Central Railway Station to Espoo Centre (Espoon keskus), followed by bus 245 or 245A to the Nuuksio National Park area. (Real-time bus schedules and tickets are accessible on the HSL app)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuuksio National Park in Espoo is an easily accessible wilderness near Helsinki. The park has over 80 lakes and ponds, as well as dense, old-growth forests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The park is home to the Siberian flying squirrel and has rich birdlife as well. Black-throated diver, red-throated diver and ospreys are some of them you can spot.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The northern parts of the park have more undisturbed bird habitats and less crowded trails.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accessible routes and things to do in Nuuksio<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike the marked trails, ranging from short, accessible ones to long, demanding ones and enjoy camping and campfires at designated sites across the trails.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reach the Haltia Finnish Nature Centre, where you can access trails, maps and equipment rentals. They host exhibitions showcasing Finnish wildlife and arrange guided tours.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">P\u00e4iv\u00e4tt\u00e4renpolku trail (1.4 km) begins and ends at the Haltia Nature Centre. The route will lead you through pine forests and rocky scenery.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Punarinnankierros Trail is an easy 2.4-kilometre route, which begins at Haukkalampi. Red diamond symbols on trees and poles mark the trail and will take you through the heath and pine forests, ponds and Mustalampi Lake.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swim, go canoeing or kayaking on the lakes, and fish if you have permits.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick berries and mushrooms if you are visiting Finland in the summer months.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Rovaniemi<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June to August for midnight sun and warm weather (10-20 \u00b0C)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One or two days<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fly directly from Helsinki to Rovaniemi with Finnair in about 90 minutes. Or take night trains from Helsinki Central Station, operated by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vr.fi\/en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VR Finnish railways<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which take around 10-12 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rovaniemi is the capital of Finnish Lapland and serves as the main entry point for visitors heading into Finland&#8217;s Arctic regions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top tourist attractions and experiences in Rovaniemi<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/arktikum.fi\/en\/visit\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arktikum Museum &amp; Science Centre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn about life in the Arctic. The Museum has a 172-meter-long glass hallway that stretches out, letting you see the sky and surroundings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the Arctic Garden outside Arktikum Museum, study plants that grow in cold climates and see rock displays from Lapland.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiedekeskus-pilke.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilke Science Centre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and learn about Finnish forests and the sustainable use of wood. You can take part in activities like driving a forestry machine stimulator, playing interactive games and learning how clothes and medicine come from trees.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drob by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/korundi.fi\/en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Korundi House of Culture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which combines the Rovaniemi Art Museum and the Lapland Chamber Orchestra, where you can enjoy art exhibitions and live music.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the 3-kilometre trail at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ranuaresort.com\/en\/shop\/wildlife-park-entrance-ticket\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ranua Wildlife Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and see around 50 animal species, including polar bears. Entry costs 24.50-26.50 euros (approx. 2700 INR).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/santapark.fi\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Santa Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a Christmas-themed underground attraction, which provides activities similar to those in Santa Claus Village.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Santa Claus Village<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> December to March\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Half day<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A five-minute ride from Rovaniemi Airport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi is one of the most popular tourist attractions. Located right on the Arctic Circle, it is considered to be the official home of Santa Claus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a year-round destination where visitors can experience snowy winter magic, the midnight sun in summer, and enjoy Arctic activities in every season.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things to do in Santa Claus Village<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet Santa Claus in his post office, take photos with him and send letters from his post office with an Arctic Circle postmark.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cross the Arctic Circle line marked on the pavement and get a certificate as a souvenir of the experience.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Elf Hat Academy if you are travelling with children for a fun, interactive experience with the elves.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shop for Finnish handicrafts and visit cafes and restaurants.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take husky safaris, reindeer sledge rides and go on guided aurora hunts if you visit during the winter months.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15428\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15428\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/santa-caus-village-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15428\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/santa-caus-village-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Claus Village to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/santa-caus-village-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/santa-caus-village-best-place-to-visit-finland-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/santa-caus-village-best-place-to-visit-finland-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15428\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DXZ6rJKFNpZ\/?img_index=5\">Santa Claus Village<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Levi<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For winter sports, visit from December to March and for midnight sun and hiking, visit from late May to mid-July.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How Long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One or two nights<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fly to Kittil\u00e4 airport from Helsinki (1.5-2 hours). Or drive from Rovaniemi (2.5 hours).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Levi is the largest resort town and the top winter sports destination in Finland. Levi\u2019s compact village centre lets you visit shops, restaurants and spas, as well as enjoy winter adventures like skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating and summer activities all within walking distance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter and summer activities in Levi<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy downhill skiing. Front Slopes and South Slopes are beginner-friendly. South Slopes even has a dedicated area for kids, called Leevilandia, with gentle slopes, a snow-tubing hill, magic-carpet lifts, and a playground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try cross-country skiing through forests and frozen lakes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy forest ice skating through the one-kilometre-long Lovimainas trail.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the free ice rink at the foot of the Front Slopes, which is open from late January through March.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go on husky safaris, reindeer sledging and guided northern lights tours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy downhill cycling at Levi Bike Park in summer. It is very easy to rent a cycle in Levi, and if you prefer, you can book guided bike tours as well.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the husky kennels and enjoy walking or hiking with them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike to Santa\u2019s Cabin, which sits on top of the Levitunturi fell. You can get to the top by a gondola, followed by a journey on foot to the cabin.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Kilpisj\u00e4rvi\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For the midnight sun, visit from June to August; for the northern lights, visit from September to March.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One or two nights<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fly to Kittil\u00e4 Airport, then drive 280 kilometres to Kilpisj\u00e4rvi by rental car or bus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located at 69\u00b0N and directly under the auroral oval, Kilpisj\u00e4rvi is a great place, and September to March is the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/best-time-to-see-northern-lights-in-finland\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best time to see the northern lights in Finland<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also one of the best locations to experience the true midnight sun. And Kilpisj\u00e4rvi remains a very uncrowded place to visit, because of its remote location.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top activities in Kilpisj\u00e4rvi\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike up the Saana Fell following the 4-kilometre-long trail marked with orange poles that goes through birch forests and onto the alpine terrain.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the Three Country Cairn, a yellow concrete monument that marks the meeting point of Finland, Sweden and Norway. You can walk around the concrete structure, take pictures and appreciate the views of Lake Goldaj\u00e4rvi and the surrounding arctic mountains.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike through the Malla Strict Nature Reserve. The trail takes you through beautiful arctic scenery, passing Kitsiputous Falls, which is known as Malla\u2019s Tears.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15427\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15427\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kilpisjarvi-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15427\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kilpisjarvi-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Kilpisj\u00e4rvi snowy mountain landscape Places to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kilpisjarvi-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kilpisjarvi-best-place-to-visit-finland-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kilpisjarvi-best-place-to-visit-finland-818x1024.jpg 818w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kilpisjarvi-best-place-to-visit-finland-768x961.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15427\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVqQJfKjO-D\/?img_index=3\">Kilpisj\u00e4rvi<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Inari<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June to October and March\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2 or 3 nights<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fly to Ivalo from Helsinki (1.5 hours), from there, Inari is a 40-minute ride away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inari is the heart of S\u00e1mi culture in Finnish Lapland. With 10,000 years of history, the indigenous Sami people have a distinct culture and traditional livelihood, such as reindeer herding.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning about the S\u00e1mi people is essential to getting the full picture of Finland\u2019s cultural identity, and Inari is the best place to do so.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top things to do in Inari<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sajos.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sajos Culture Centre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the S\u00e1mi Parliament of Finland to learn about the centre&#8217;s architecture and the history of the S\u00e1mi people. You can also watch a short film depicting their way of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15426\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15426\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sajos-culture-centre-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15426\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sajos-culture-centre-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Sajos Cultural Centre aerial view Places to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sajos-culture-centre-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sajos-culture-centre-best-place-to-visit-finland-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sajos-culture-centre-best-place-to-visit-finland-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sajos-culture-centre-best-place-to-visit-finland-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sajos-culture-centre-best-place-to-visit-finland-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15426\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DUaEYFMCska\/?img_index=1\">Sajos Culture Centre<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/siida.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Siida<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a museum and nature centre, view the exhibits and explore an 880-metre outdoor trail that takes you through traditional dwellings and historical structures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay a visit to reindeer farms such as Inari Reindeer Farm or Tuula\u2019s Reindeer to meet indigenous herders.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike a 5-kilometre trail through old-growth forests from Inari village to Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church, a red wooden church that was once the centre of the old winter village of Inari, where people used to gather to stay during the winter.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Kemi<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> December-March<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One day and night<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Take a direct VR Train from Helsinki or travel 1.5-2 hours from Rovaniemi.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kemi is a seaport city that sits on the coast of the Gulf of Bothnia. The city houses two unique Arctic experiences, one of which is icebreaker cruises on the frozen Bothnian Sea aboard vessels such as Sampo or the Arktis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The other is the SnowCastle, the world\u2019s largest snow fort, built every winter with new themes and architecture. The Snow Experience Area, with the popular ice slide, and the Gemstone Exhibitions are key attractions at the SnowCastle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you shouldn\u2019t miss in Kemi\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy the cruise as you break through thick ice, meet the crew, tour the engine room and get certified in the process.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walk over the sea ice and float in the freezing waters. ( Both activities are safe, assisted by experts, and you\u2019ll be wearing a survival suit.)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the SnowCastle, the Snow Experience area and the gemstone exhibitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dine at the Ice Restaurant and stay overnight in the Snow Hotel.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11. Oulanka National Park<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June to September<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one day for a short hike and 4-5 days for longer hikes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fly to Kuusamo from Helsinki<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oulanka National Park in Finnish Lapland vast untouched wilderness and expanses of lakes and rapids, best for hiking, paddling and photography. The park spans the municipalities of Kuusamo and Salla.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to do in Oulanka National Park<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike the 82-kilometre Karhunkierros Trail (Bear\u2019s Trail), one of Finland\u2019s popular hiking routes or the 12-kilometre Pieni Karhunkierros trail, which is a shorter section of the trail.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go river rafting in the Oulankajoki River.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Kiutak\u00f6ng\u00e4s rapids near the Oulanka Nature Centre.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a guided snowshoe tour to see snow-covered forests and frozen rapids if you are visiting in winter.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15425\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15425\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oulanka-national-park-best-place-to-visit-in-finland.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15425\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oulanka-national-park-best-place-to-visit-in-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Oulanka National Park snowy river Places to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oulanka-national-park-best-place-to-visit-in-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oulanka-national-park-best-place-to-visit-in-finland-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oulanka-national-park-best-place-to-visit-in-finland-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15425\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DV0Ij_xCLYP\/?img_index=2\">Oulanka National Park<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12. Tampere<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June to September<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one day or two days\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Take the VR train from Helsinki<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though it\u2019s Finland\u2019s third-largest city, Tampere is highly compact and walkable, making it easy to explore in a short visit. The city lies between Lake N\u00e4sij\u00e4rvi and Lake Pyh\u00e4j\u00e4rvi and is home to museums, restaurants and cultural spaces that were one factory-buildings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top places to visit and things to do in Tampere<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vapriikki.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vapriikki museum centre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which hosts over 10 diverse exhibitions, including the Natural History Museum and the Hockey Hall of Fame.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the museum restaurant Valssi and the museum shop for gifts and souvenirs.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muumimuseo.fi\/en\/etusivu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moomin Museum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Tampere Hall, the world\u2019s only museum dedicated to Tove Jansson&#8217;s Moomin characters. There are original illustrations, 3D tableaux, and a 2.5-meter-tall five-story Moomin house.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy views of Tampere\u2019s two lakes, the urban landscapes of the city and the surrounding pine forests at Pyynikki Observation Tower.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try Finland\u2019s best freshly baked, cardamom-scented doughnuts (Munkki) at the cafe on the ground floor of Pyynikki Observation Tower.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the nature trail that starts at the Pyynikki tower, which leads through pine forests and Pyynikinharju, the world\u2019s highest gravel ridge.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience a traditional sauna at Rajaportti Sauna, Finland\u2019s oldest, operating since 1906.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13. Savonlinna<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June to August<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one or two days<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Take the express bus service from Helsinki, which takes 5-6 hours. Or take a VR train from Helsinki Central to Parikkala, then a local train.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Savonlinna is a town in the heart of Finnish Lakeland, spanning several islands between lakes Haukivesi and Pihlajavesi.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The medieval Olavanlinna Castle, built in 1475, is the city\u2019s main attraction. The castle sits on its own rocky island, separated from the main tower, and it hosts the Savonlinna Opera Festival every July.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key activities in Savonlinna<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the Olavinlinna Castle Museum and the Orthodox Museum, including its towers and rooms, with guides.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15424\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15424\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/olavinlinna-castle-museum-place-to-visit-in-finland.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15424\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/olavinlinna-castle-museum-place-to-visit-in-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Olavinlinna Castle lake view Places to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/olavinlinna-castle-museum-place-to-visit-in-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/olavinlinna-castle-museum-place-to-visit-in-finland-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/olavinlinna-castle-museum-place-to-visit-in-finland-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/olavinlinna-castle-museum-place-to-visit-in-finland-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15424\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DW_Lwf-jXIS\/\">Olavinlinna Castle Museum<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attend the opera festival, which runs from July 3rd to August 1st in 2026.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a cruise on historic steamships such as S\/S Mikko and S\/S Salama on the beautiful Lake Saimaa, passing the Olavinlinna Castle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Linnansaari and Kolovesi national parks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go kayaking or canoeing.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Savonlinna Provincial Museum on the island of Riihisaari. The museum focuses on the history of the Saimaa region, including boating history, the Saimaa Ringed Seal and local life.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the cobblestone streets of Linnankatu (Castle Street) and visit small galleries, cafes and artisan shops along the street.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14. Mikkeli<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Late May to September\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one day<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mikkeli is 230 kilometres from Helsinki, and can be reached by bus or train.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mikkeli is a small town on the shores of Lake Saimaa, surrounded by unspoiled nature. The town also has a wartime history as the headquarters of the Finnish Defence Forces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top places to see and things to do in Mikkeli<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike the Urpola Nature Trail, a 1.3-kilometre route that goes along the Urpola River. The trail has signposts about local flora and fauna.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the S\u00e4yn\u00e4tti Trail, a 6.4-kilometre easy-to-moderate trail that passes through Yl\u00e4-S\u00e4yn\u00e4tj\u00e4rvi lake, forests, and rocky terrain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the 9,000-year-old Pursiala Pothole. This glacial pothole is 8 metres deep and 2-3 metres wide and lies along the Kaihu Nature Trail.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">View the Astuvansalmi rock paintings in Ristiina, which have over 80 distinct figures, including the famed female archer painted with red ochre around 4000-2200 BCE. Hike or take a boat tour to get there.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Mikkelipuisto, a popular park with several garden models designed by various companies, where you can gather inspiration for creating a garden at home.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15. Turku\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June-August<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one or two days\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By a 2-hour train journey or a drive along the coastal highway from Helsinki\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turku is Finland\u2019s oldest city, dating back to the 13th century. The city lies on the southwest coast of Finland and along the Aura River.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The promenade along the Aura River is the city&#8217;s lively part, with permanently moored boats and cafes. The area is best enjoyed in the summer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activities and Attractions in Turku<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Turku Castle and Turku Cathedral\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore Luostarinm\u00e4ki Museum, an area of wooden houses which survived the great fire of 1827\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the ship exhibitions at Forum Marinum Maritime Centre.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Aboa Vetus, Finland&#8217;s only archaeological museum.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">View the contemporary art exhibitions from both Finnish and international artists at Ars Nova.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16. \u00c5land Islands<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June-August<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Two to three days\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Take a ferry from Turku or a short flight from Helsinki or Turku.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The \u00c5land Islands are a Swedish-speaking archipelago of 6,700 islands in the Baltic Sea. The region belongs to Finland, but is autonomous and blends Swedish and Finnish culture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best experiences to have in the \u00c5land Islands<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go Cycling: the islands have well-marked cycling routes, such as the Old Postal Route, and the landscape is generally flat, and the roads are well-maintained.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy a summer road trip along the Archipelago Trail, which passes through beautiful coastal roads, bridges and free ferries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour Kastelholm Castle, Aland\u2019s only medieval castle, which also functions as a museum.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Maritime Quarter in Mariehamn, where you can see traditional wooden boats being built and tour the \u00c5land Maritime Museum, which exhibits traditional boats and marine artefacts.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17. Naantali<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June-August<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one day\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 15-20 minutes away from Turku via local bus or rental vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Naantali is the sunshine city of Finland, because it&#8217;s a top summer destination with a sunny, cheerful atmosphere. The city is approximately 14-15 kilometres west of Turku.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The historic Old Town, lined with colourful wooden houses, is one of the city&#8217;s highlights. From Naantali, you can easily access thousands of islands in the Archipelago Sea.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things to experience in Naantali<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take boat trips and go island hopping in the Archipelago sea.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy a seaside walk along the Moomins\u2019 Meditation Trail, which begins at Kuparivuori cliffs (Lane of Love) and has 6 stations with Moomin quotes and wisdom.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Moomin World, a fun theme park on Kailo Island, accessible by bridge from the old town. Families with kids will have the best time there.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15423\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15423\" style=\"width: 530px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/moomin-world-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15423\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/moomin-world-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg\" alt=\"Moomin World theme park characters Places to Visit in Finland\" width=\"540\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/moomin-world-best-place-to-visit-finland.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/moomin-world-best-place-to-visit-finland-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/moomin-world-best-place-to-visit-finland-820x1024.jpg 820w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/moomin-world-best-place-to-visit-finland-768x959.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15423\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DGdNwQ_xt9n\/?img_index=1\">Moomin World<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18. Hanko<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June-August<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one day\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Take a train or bus from Helsinki<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hanko is the southernmost coastal town in Finland, with 130 kilometres of coastline, including 30 kilometres of white-sand beaches. It is a one and a half hour drive from Helsinki.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top experiences in Hanko<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Plagen Beach and enjoy swimming, sunbathing, SUP boarding and beach volleyball.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kids can enjoy the water carousel ride, Vesi-karuselli.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Hanko Water Tower to enjoy the city and the Baltic Sea.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Hanko Front Museum, you can explore World War II trenches, bunkers, exhibits and Bunker Irma, a well-preserved fortified site.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19. Urho Kekkonen National Park\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June-September<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one day or several days<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fly to Ivalo airport from Helsinki, then drive to Saariselk\u00e4<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching from Saariselka to the Russian border, Urho Kekkonen is Finland\u2019s second-largest national park. The park is home to rounded fell landscapes, old-growth forests full of birches and spruce, and fast-flowing rivers. Golden eagles and wolverines are common sights in the park, and reindeer roam freely around.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things to do in Urho Kekkonen<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike to Korvatunturi Fell, believed in Finnish folklore to be Santa Claus\u2019s true home, named \u201cEar Fell\u201d for its ear-like shape, which lets him hear every child\u2019s wishes on Earth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore marked easy-day trails near Saariselk\u00e4.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike to the top of Kiilop\u00e4\u00e4 Fell for panoramic views.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced trekkers can venture deep into the remote fells.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy wilderness Camping in designated areas in the park<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20. Rauma<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> June-August<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long to spend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Half day to one day<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to get there:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3-hour drive from Helsinki<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitrauma.fi\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rauma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a coastal city in western Finland, located on the Gulf of Bothnia, and is one of the country&#8217;s oldest port towns. Rauma has a relaxed, small-city atmosphere, making it best for a slow trip. Old Rauma is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved wooden towns in the region.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to do in Rauma<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walk around the cobblestone streets and the preserved wooden houses of Old Rauma.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore museum houses such as Marela and Kirsti.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the Church of the Holy Cross, a medieval stone church dating back to the 15th century.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour the Rauma Art Museum and the Rauma Maritime Museum to view local and international art and to learn about the city\u2019s seafaring history.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which of the Best Places in Finland Can You Combine in One Trip? (A Quick Reference Table)<\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trip Duration\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best For\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Places Covered<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 days<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quick winter in Lapland<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki (1) + Rovaniemi (3) + Santa Claus Village\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 days of summer\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Classic Finland<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki (1) + Rovaniemi (2) + Saariselka\/Kemi (3)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 days of winter\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki + Lakeland<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki (2) + Porvoo (1) + Savonlinna\/Lakeland (3-4)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 days<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An immersive Finland trip<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki (2) + Turku (1) + Lapland (5-6)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you have seen, Finland has far more in store than just Helsinki and Lapland. With over 180,000 lakes, 75 per cent forest cover and the world\u2019s largest archipelago, the country\u2019s landscape is truly promising to a nature lover.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Across the seasons, Finland\u2019s landscape changes dramatically, from snowy winters and colourful autumns to endless summer daylight, making every season the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/best-time-to-visit-finland\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best time to visit Finland<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let Finland\u2019s landscape, culture, and people reset your pace and give you a beautiful experience, as only the happiest country in the world can.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs About Places to Visit in Finland<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Where can you see the Northern Lights in Finland?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finnish Lapland is the best place to see the northern lights in Finland, and even within Lapland, the further north you go, the better your chances of seeing them. Kilpisj\u00e4rvi and Inari are top places for vivid auroras due to their remote location and minimal light pollution.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Where can you experience the true midnight sun in Finland?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can experience true midnight sun anywhere further north in Lapland, with 24 hours of daylight from mid-June to mid-July.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Do you need a visa to visit Finland from India?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Indians need a Schengen visa to visit Finland, for which you can apply at VFS Global centres in Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad and Mumbai.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Takeaways: Finland has four travel regions: the Helsinki region, the Lakeland, the Lapland, and the Archipelago. Helsinki is Finland\u2019s main gateway, with walkable streets, easy transport, historic landmarks, markets and coastal views. Lapland (Rovaniemi, Levi, Kilpisj\u00e4rvi and Inari) is best for aurora viewing, winter sports, midnight sun, Sami culture and Santa Claus attractions. 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