Destinations in Finland

Finland’s four regions and distinct seasons offer seemingly endless things to do and see.

Credits: Jari Romppainen

Four regions of Finland

In Finland, you can find four regions each with their own, unique characteristics: Helsinki region, Coast and Archipelago, Lakeland, and Lapland.

Learn more about the regions

Finland’s four regions all have unique characteristics, and each season brings something new to experience. Happy exploring!

Lapland

Learn more about Finland's Lapland region and orga...

Coast and Archipelago

Discover the islands, national parks and towns of ...

Lakeland

Learn more about Finland's Lakeland region and hav...

Helsinki region

Learn more about the Helsinki region of Finland an...

Destination highlights

Explore places

Whether you’re looking for an urban holiday or a nature escape – or a bit of both – there’s sure to be a destination that’s right for you. Browse these options to find your next port of call.

Helsinki

The capital of Finland where vibrant urbanity meet...

Lahti

Vibrant Southern lakeside city for sports fans and...

Jyväskylä

Lakes, saunas, 4 national parks, 2 UNESCO sites & ...

Porvoo

Historical seaside town where the ambience of days gone by meets modern design.

Ruka-Kuusamo

Area filled with national parks, ski resort and adventures for families.

Tampere

Bustling and vibrant lakeside city known as the Sa...

Rovaniemi

Arctic Capital of Lapland and the Official Hometow...

Turku

Finland’s oldest city formed around the River Aura...

Loviisa

Enamoured with old wooden houses, Loviisa is an absolute gem.

Inspiration for your travels

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Peruse these sample journeys for inspiration on places to visit and things to do. When you find something you like, save it with the heart icon.

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Finland’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Helsinki4-6 days

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Explore the tastes of Turku Archipelago

Turku2-3 days

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Snowy activities at Lake Saimaa

Savonlinna2-3 days

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Alvar Aalto destinations in Helsinki and Lakeland

Helsinki1-3 days

Meet Santa Claus at his home in Lapland

Rovaniemi2-4 days

Maritime adventures in the historic Kotka-Hamina region

Hamina1-3 days

Sauna meets design – the Finnish way

Helsinki1-4 days

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Experience the beauty of nature in the Pyhä-Luosto region

Rovaniemi1-3 days

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Finnish design gems in the Helsinki region

Helsinki2-3 days

Credits Juho Kuva

Nature in Finland

From charming Baltic islands to endless green forests to vast arctic wilderness, Finnish nature is incredibly rich and accessible – even from within city limits.