r/FinlandTourism

Hi All,

I will be travelling to Rovaniemi late December to spend 2 weeks in Finland. I want to visit places like Saariselkä, Kuusamo and Levi.

I’m looking for any tips or advice for traveling Finland during the winter from late December to Mid January. I understand winters are dark and weather is unpredictable but I need some advice on how to travel to these places

I’m from Australia and in my 20’s and looking for the full Finnish winter experience.

If you can suggest any other places worth visiting and some transport advice that would be really appreciated!

Thank you!

Hi! I'm planning my first big road trip this summer. The plan is to travel trhough the eastern part of Finland, visit a bunch of national parks and go all the way up to the North Cape.

Somewhat around 3 weeks on the road.

It's gonna be my first road trip all by myself, so I'd be happy to get any advice on the road safety in Finland, or how not to be eaten alive by mosquitos and ticks in Lapland (if at all possible).

Any tips on what I should definitely take with me, other then general camping equipment? I'm planning to spend some nights in the hotels and some nights in a tent in the camping sites.

I'm also taking my dog with me, so if you have any tips on traveling and hiking with a dog, that would also be very welcome :)

Hi all,

Planning a 5-day inflatable kayak fishing trip to Finland in late May / early June. Looking at Lake Saimaa area and up (roughly up to ~5 hours northeast from Helsinki).

I’ve fished a bit in Finland before, so I understand the basics and permits, but the sheer number of lakes is overwhelming. And I am probably overthinking this!

I’m looking for areas with:

• sheltered water (islands / narrow channels, not big open lake)
• kayak launch within ~500 m from parking
• possibility to camp overnight (laavu or tent, following everyman’s rights)
• Can move around, not start 5 day trip from one spot and end it there.

Target species: mainly pike and perch, but also happy with “white fish” like roach, bream, rudd. I mostly fish with light / micro lures.

I’ve been checking also around Savonlinna / Punkaharju. Are these good choices, or are there better regions with similar sheltered conditions?
Also curious about the Suvorov canals, interesting to explore, but unsure if they’re worth fishing.

Not looking for anyone’s secret spots, just general guidance on good regions and what areas to avoid (especially large, wind-exposed water).

Any advice appreciated!

Hi all,

My wife an I are planning a 14-day trip through Finland in July and would love some feedback or suggestions.

Current plan:

17–19 July: Helsinki

19–20 July: Travel to Tampere

20–22 July: Stay in a lakeside cabin in Uurainen

22–26 July: Head north to Hossa National Park (considering hikes + maybe visiting Kuusamo / Ruka)

26–28 July: Drive down to Eno, explore Koli National Park and Joensuu.

Final 3 days: Relax at Järvisydän Resort

A couple of questions:

Is 4 nights in Hossa too much, or is there enough to explore in that area?

Any must-see spots, hikes, or unique experiences along this route?

We’re into nature, hiking, lakes, and avoiding overly crowded places.

Thanks a lot!

Planning a Lapland trip Dec 10–17 with my father. Flying in/out of Rovaniemi. We love snow, winter scenery, northern lights, nature, skiing. First time in Lapland.

Trying to decide between these itineraries:

1. 4 nights Rovaniemi + 3 nights Levi
2. 3 nights Rovaniemi + 2 nights Saariselkä + 2 nights Levi
3. 3 nights Rovaniemi + 1 night Saariselkä + 3 nights Levi
4. Something else?

Would you prioritize Levi or Saariselkä for a first Lapland trip in mid-December, or is it worth combining both?

I’d really appreciate any advice. Thanks!

Hello everyone.

I am an exchange student in Tampere and I would like to know from locals some nice hiking trails and spots in the area. I do not own a car, so it would be best if the spot could be reached with public transport. Thank you very much!

Just booked flights for November holiday and the tickets they've given me mean that I land in Helsinki from Zurich (scheduled arrival 22:55) at the schengen states end of the airport, go through security and customs then head to the international departures gates for the homeward leg, scheduled departure 75 minutes later.

How likely is that I'll miss the flight out? :/

Thinking of all the delays, hold-ups, dawdling officials, perfume salespeople and large slow-moving travellers I might have to negotiate on the journey... :/

Advice welcome