Finland trip planner

Explore the sites, shop in the market square, and visit the birthplace of Sibelius in this historic center.

The home of the famed Finnish composer, Jean Sibelius, now serves as a museum of his life and work, exhibiting his personal items.

Through temporary exhibits this museum explores diverse cultures from around the world, displaying art and historic relics.

Opened in 1882, this is the oldest art museum in Helsinki. It has more than 400 pieces, with emphasis on 19C Finnish artworks.

Boasting elegant modern architecture, the palace features an array of performance halls and is known for its excellent acoustics.

Helsinki's main transportation hub is an impressive Art Deco complex, featuring some highly recognizable statues and elegant decor.

Enjoy this center's eclectic mix of 19C-20C landmarks, all creatively woven together with squares and parks perfect for people-watching.

In addition to its excellent art exhibits, the museum itself is a work of art, featuring superb natural and artificial illumination.

Dedicated to the life of Baron Gustaf Mannerheim, this museum is located in his home and exhibits personal effects and memorabilia.

Located on the busy seafront, this square is an exciting spectacle where shopping, dining, and people-watching are indulged by all.

This museum covers 10,000 years of Finnish history, hosted in a 19C building of superb National Romantic architecture.

Catch a game or a concert in Finland's largest stadium, famed for hosting the 1952 Olympics and offering great views from its 70m tower.

Located on a tranquil island and nestled amid lush nature, this open air museum preserves Finnish architecture spanning the past 400 years.

This immense square is surrounded by superb 19C Neoclassical buildings, including a governmental building, a cathedral, and a university.

Celebrating the beloved Finnish composer, Jean Sibelius, this enormous wind organ features over 550 tubes and produces magical music.

Elegant and austere at the same time, the 19C Neoclassical cathedral is a recognizable landmark of the cityscape.

Carved into an enormous rock, this unique church doubles as a performance hall, given its excellent acoustics.

This museum focuses on art from the 18C-20C period, exhibiting the finest of Finnish artists, as well as notable international masters.

Located in the heart of the city, this lovely parkland is perfect for an afternoon stroll, or for a respite from your city wandering.

Founded in the 18C against a Russian invasion, this star fortress spans six islands, features a museum, and offers nice picnic spots.

Home to the National Opera, this ceramic and granite building overlooks the Toolo Bay and offer world-class productions.

Step into this peaceful, welcoming culture, starting with the historic center. Shops, food, spas, and more are just the start.

Admire the well-preserved wooden houses of this historic center, explore the shops or visit one of the local churches.

Roam this relatively traffic-free historic center, exploring cafes, shops, and landmarks, or perhaps making friends with the locals.

This museum holds priceless religious items from monasteries in the area. Its icons are considered some of the world's most beautiful.

At 75m tall, this tower offers a lush panorama of the surrounding lakes and forests, also featuring a revolving restaurant.

Although much of the center was destroyed during WWII, today it features cafes and a few interesting museums to explore.

Completed in 1462, this church is the oldest structure in town. Be sure to catch the occasional organ concert and admire its decor.

Among the few medieval vestiges left in this historic center after a fire in 1628, also explore the many 18C and 19C landmarks.

Explore the historic landmarks, museums, and green spaces while discovering unending activity along the city's central streets.

Finland's only mausoleum is dedicated to the daughter of a local businessman, boasting neo-Gothic architecture and superb frescoes.

Dating to the 15C, this cathedral boasts a rich and fascinating history, belied by its simple traditional structure.

Focusing on the works of local artists Edelfelt and Vallgren, this museum also holds paintings, ceramics, and furniture by others.

Enjoy the day visiting the river, the Old Town with its museums and historic buildings, the fun shops, and and the local eateries.

Located in the old town hall, this museum displays artifacts of both Finnish peasantry and peerage from the 18C-19C period.

Visit the home of Runeberg, Finland's national poet and author of the national anthem, and his wife, an accomplished journalist.

Widely recognized for its well-preserved picturesque architecture, the central streets of this town are a delight to explore.

Comprising both the Science Center and Provincial Museum of Lapland, this center covers natural history and human life in depth.

This center's architecture beautifully reflects Lapland's landscapes. Its interior includes a theater, a concert hall, and a library.

In addition to touring this historic center by day, be sure to get out in the evenings, when a lively party atmosphere takes over.

This hill offers a fabulous view of town and its surroundings. In winter, the skiing here is excellent; in summer, hiking is ideal.

This magical theme park offers various rides, delicious treats, and the opportunity to fully immerse into a festive Christmastime atmosphere.

Wander the streets taking in the local color, visit a tavern for a drink, or go off to explore some of the historic landmarks.

This museum traces the interesting history of Savonlinna and its surrounding region. Don't miss the historic boats and ships.

Beautifully laid out along the waterfront, this square is a lively trading and meeting spot for both locals and visitors.

This 15C stronghold is the gem of the town. Featuring two museums, it follows the town's history and offers stunning views of the area.

Founded in 1907, this fine cathedral boasts Gothic influences, lovely frescoes, and superb stained-glass windows.

All expectations are met as you explore this historic center, full of locals, landmarks, shopping, and an almost-daily market.

Of striking modern architecture, this monumental concrete church is simple and elegant, featuring remarkable natural illumination.

A visit to Tampere is not complete without exploring its surrounding lakes and landscapes. Boat tours are particularly beautiful.

This neighborhood was organically developed by workers in the 19C. A walk up its steep lanes will afford spectacular lake views.

As the largest exhibition hall in Scandinavia, it hosts concerts, ballets, and other performances. Be sure to book in advance.

This important 13C cathedral has since been greatly expanded, now boasting elaborate interior and ancient eerie tombs.

Several original 19C buildings and workshops make up this open-air museum, where fascinating crafts and trades are demonstrated.

Step into the lively historic district, where almost any time of year a concert, market, festival, or some other event is occurring.

This indoor market has operated since the 19C, offering an array of local produce and an authentic atmosphere.

Although small, this attractive museum displays excellent Finnish artworks, including some by Gallen-Kallela, Westerholm, and more.

In southeast Finland, the sea is dotted with thousands of islands. Visit the tiny isles and their villages to see their beauty.

Set majestically on the Aura River, this 13C castle boasts superb medieval artifacts and a museum that is the most visited in Finland.

Dedicated to the Finnish artist Aaltonen, this modern building beautifully displays his many paintings and sculptures.

Admire the Statue of Freedom in the cobbled central square, then set out to explore the friendly streets full of cafes and shops.

Housed in an old warehouse, this museum boasts an outstanding collection of pop art, kinetic art, surrealism, and more.

This museum traces the turbulent history of the region through decorative arts and photographs, hosting various Finnish contributors.

The buildings in this center were designed by Viljo Revell, a famed Finnish architect famed for its unique form of modern architecture.

Take a walk around or go fishing in this stunning lake, surrounded by picturesque wooded fells.

A stunning national park in Lapland, which features geological curiosities, primeval forests, and sprawling wetlands.

A beautiful lake, part of the Iso-Kalla lake system, where you can find great opportunities for fishing and ice skating.

A unique national park featuring pine forests, river valleys with sandy banks and rapids, as well as diverse wildlife.

Visit the world of the delightful Moomins in this fun theme park, offering replicated character's houses and fun performances.

Located on the shore of Lake Vanajaves, this 14C castle served as a prison for a number of years, but today houses a museum.

The biggest zoo in the country features a fine collection of big cats, including their famous snow leopards, born in the zoo.

Escape the city in this beautiful green park, which consists of lightly maintained woodland and gravel paths.

Due to its location near the city center, this sandy beach is very popular, and is known for great volleyball-suited terrain.

Learn about the town's long history as a mining hub, hunt for souvenirs, or sample some of the local food.

People come from all over Finland to enjoy this famously idyllic stretch of white sandy beach, and you should definitely join.

The Kokemaenjoki River flows through the middle of this stunning lush park, bisecting the city on its winding way.

One of the oldest historical museums in Finland features over 80,000 artifacts, exploring the interesting past of the province.

With many permanent and temporary exhibits, this art museum features work by both Finnish and international artists.

The Ark features rotating and permanent exhibits, dedicated to the ecology and natural environment of the Satakunta region.

Housed in an elegant 19C Renaissance Revival building, the Pori Theater offers an array of superb productions in Finnish.

Dedicated to the local maritime history, this interesting museum is housed in the beautiful former Maritime School.

This massive park promises fun for everyone with its roller coasters, water rides, zoo, kiddie rides, and aquarium.

Enjoy the beach in the summer, or visit when the popular lake freezes over and the locals combine it with a trip to the sauna.

The combination of both water park and spa guarantees a fun outing for visitors of all ages and preferences.

Take a tour of the local Lime Stone Quarry, the main economy of Pargas, whose limestone is mostly used for making concrete.

Dating to the 14C, this old church features a number of remarkable art pieces, including frescoes, murals, and more.

Get a feel for 19C life in Pargas at this excellent museum, housed in a number of buildings including a former school and workshops.

Get a feel of the local culture as you explore the serene central streets, or head to the harbor for a view of the sprawling sea.

Set in the heart of the town, this Evangelical Lutheran church was erected in 1902 and boasts Gothic Revival architecture.

World's largest snow fortress is open each winter Jan to Apr, and features a restaurant, a hotel, ice sculpture exhibits, and more.

A museum showcasing over 3,000 gemstones, including King of Finland's crown, and several replicas of famous royal jewelry.

A 1960 Finnish icebreaker, offering tourist cruises, as well as on-board guided tours exploring its own history.

You will enjoy your walk through the quiet streets of this center, and we advise you to head to the lake for a marvelous view.

Preserving the ethnographic wealth of the indigenous Sami culture, this institute also serves as an open-air museum in the summer.

Set north of the Arctic Circle, Finland's third-largest lake is home to landmarks of historic significance for the Sami people.

Finland's favorite amusement park features 40 exhilarating rides, open-air performances, arcades, and other fun activities.

Reminiscent of famed Slavic churches, this Eastern Orthodox 19C cathedral boasts fine redbrick facade and a lavish interior.

The world's northernmost zoo is home to over 200 animals, including wolves, deers, Euroasian lynxes, and polar bears.

Tracing the natural history of the region, this museum exhibits taxidermied animals, fossils, geologic relics, and other such items.

Boasting a height of over 160m, this observation tower overlook Lake Nasijarvi and features a revolving restaurant with great views.

A national park in Lapland boasting some breathtaking arctic scenery, as well as sprawling fells, all lending themselves to trekking.

Encompassing the lands of Lapland, this national park affords wonderful hiking for all levels, as well as breathtaking landscape.

Engulfing Finland's beautiful lakelands, this national park is partly forested and affords great hiking, as well as boating.

Nicely blending the old with the new, this museum exhibits preserved city sections from medieval times as well as contemporary art.

This national park is boasts hiking trails and camping grounds, while picnic areas are nestled among lush forested scenery.

A national park set on the hills lining the west banks of Lake Pielinen, dedicated to the preservation of traditional agriculture.

Home to some of the oldest woods in Finland, this national park spans forests, swamps, and bogs, affording great scenic hiking.

Boasting a vast expanse of land and home to a small amount of animals, this zoo preserves excellent conditions as a sanctuary.

Dating to the 18C, the lovely Kaisaniemi gardens boast an elegant greenhouse, as well as over 3,000 plant and flower species.

A nice park in the heart of the city, perfect for an escape from the bustling streets, featuring a memorial and sports amenities.

Dedicated to design, this museum exhibits works by Finnish and international artists, spanning graphics, fashion, and industry.

Encompassing lakes, gorges, forests, and lush rugged scenery, this national park is beloved by those who appreciate its wildness.

Wander around the streets, taking in the local atmosphere, stopping by some of the museums, or exploring the city's cafes.

A fun and educational experience, this science center features indoor and outdoor exhibits, as well as a digital planetarium.

Boasts streams, lakes, and rivers, this national park is home to a wide range of wildlife and a diversity of plant species.

Housing the Finnish parliament, this building blends Neoclassicism with Modernism, allowing access only with set tours.

Centered on the Rutajarvi Lake, this national park encompasses marshlands and the surrounding forests.

The landscape in this national park has been sculpted by the glaciers of the last ice age, leaving cliffs and rivers in its wake.

Sprawling along the Isojarvi Lake, this national park covers forested area of Scots pine, as well as fertile marshlands.

An Art Nouveau statue of a mermaid cast in bronze by Ville Vallgren, erected over a fountain hemmed with graceful lion figures.

At times unnerving and at times delightful, the colorful scarecrows occupying a field outside of Suomussalmi are an art installation.

This concrete monument located in the middle of Lake Goldajarvi, marks the triple border between Finland, Sweden, and Norway.

Above the Arctic Circle, you will find this wonderful reserve dedicated to reindeer, where you can learn about these majestic animals.

Established in the 18C, this church once served the local Sami population, but now is completely abandoned and invites unwary visitors.

This forest may look primal, but is in fact an art installation, planted according to specific geometrical patterns and calculations.

Pack your boots for a great day hiking this this wooden national park, home to diverse fauna and century-old forests.

Perfect for lovers of bird-watching, this national park encompasses extensive marshes and wetlands, as well as great camping spots.

Wander the streets, stocking up on goodies and necessities before you head off to explore the lush nature of Lapland.