A Finnish Adventure: Top 9 Must-See Destinations in Finland
Looking for destinations that offer beautiful landscapes, cultural experiences, and must-see attractions, then Finland should be on your list. Your trip will be amazing and will leave you craving more. Beautiful towns, awesome streets, and wooden houses—the list does not end here; you’ll know the country better once you explore.
It can be confusing to decide where to go first. To solve your worry, here is a list of must-see destinations. So, pack your bags, and get ready to uncover the charm of Finland.
Helsinki
This lovely city is the capital of Finland and the hottest spot for tourist destinations. Helsinki is majorly famous for its art galleries and museums. The most visited one is the National Finland Museum, which represents the glorious history of the Finnish Land. This city has one of the highest standards of living, along with green landscapes, modern buildings, and a busy city spirit. Above all these, there are ferry ride adventures to Market Square to appreciate fairs for a fun and happening tour.
Turku
Turku, formerly the capital of southernmost Finland, is now home to numerous authentic charms and boundless aesthetic memorials. This medieval town has many favorite tourist spots, like shopping points, beautiful churches, Swedish theaters, markets, and quirky riverside restaurants. It was also the European Capital of Culture in 2011, maintaining the only specialized museum of music, ‘The Sibelius Museum’ in Finland.
Levi
A nature lover’s dream destination in Finland is Levi, a beautiful place for everyone to visit once in their lifetime. This is the best place for snow escapades skiing and hiking. Levi, covered in ice, is the largest ski resort in Finland; it has everything to offer from beginners to experts. The adventuresome activities for tourists in these snowboard tracks are filled with miles of ski area: ice fishing expeditions, Bold Reindeer safaris, giant outdoor saunas, and many other unique snowy fun for every age group.
Porvoo
Porvoo is the second-oldest town in Finland. You will get glimpses of the heritage town of cobblestone streets with picturesque wooden houses. An iconic way to explore this beauty is to walk down the streets and discover the glorious history of the city, and you can also try the local tasty candies and pastry delicacies that offer treats to everyone. Also, witnessing the graceful history, which is beautifully portrayed in the artworks, will give a lovely treat to your eyes and will keep you engaged.
Tampere
Tampere, the third-largest city in Finland, is a beautiful town. It is one of the most elegant places that is lively and alive throughout the winter for tourists to experience all the exciting activities and artworks of Finland. Tampere has so much to offer for arts and history lovers, from the Amazing Natural Museum of Vapirikki to the well-known Hockey Hall of Finland. Other tourist attractions include skiing, hockey, and some hangout roams like party hubs, Duck Park, and the charming Hatanpaa Arboretum.
Northern Lights
Finland offers the most amazing phenomenon, the Northern Lights—an out-of-the-world experience. This masterpiece of nature is a once-in-a-lifetime experience between September and March. The blazing glory of this natural spectacle always paves the way for exciting tourists, offering the glimmering palettes of yellow, red, blue, green, and purple dancing in the sky, which takes everyone into a vibe.
Santa Claus Village
The most happening tourist attraction in Rovaniemi, the Santa Claus Village, is a lovely amusement park with fun-filled themes. An adventurous gateway for kids, adults, old age, and every age group is this ultimate snow-covered heaven-like place that looks similar to Disney Land. It will always keep you engaged with its charming ice restaurants, hotels of Igloo, reindeer and husky sleigh rides, excursions, safaris, and Santa-themed amusement parks, which are a treat to every visitor.
Kemi
Kemi, established on the Bothnia Bay belonging to Lapland. The only reason to visit Kemi is to witness the amazing world’s largest castle made with snow, known as the Crown of Finland. This castle is best suited for wedding venues and live concerts. Tourists have the golden opportunity to stay overnight in this snow hotel, enjoying the best nightlife of Kemi under the ice with incredible views of Arctic icebergs.
Aland Archipelago
Aland is an archipelago, a group of islands influenced by both Swedish and Finnish culture. This is a land full of surprises for everyone. Most people speak Swedish and visit the shuttle ferries to enjoy the pleasant spectaculars of the ships. One of the top tourist destinations in the Aland Archipelago is the unique open-air museum.
Plan your Finnish adventure soon!
Finland has something for everyone, from delicious chocolates to amazing northern lights. This place offers culture and beautiful landscapes to explore outstanding museums and many other activities. Each place has something or the other, so plan your trip and explore this amazing country’s amazing places.
