Places of Interest in Finland
The vast and diverse landscape of Finland is like a quilt stitched with lush forests and flowing crystal-clear waters.
Most of the places of interest in Finland are natural, but there are also countless places of interest in Finland that hold cultural and historical wonder. Each region of Finland is unique, and holds its very own places of interest for travelers.
Explore the wiles of Lapland and the vast peaceful lakes of the east, and finally arrive at the famous archipelagos of the south-west and the modern wonders of the capital, Helsinki.
Helsinki
The Helsinki region of Finland is a must-see experience.
Helsinki is the capital of Finland and stands just a 2.5 hour flight from London. There is excellent tram service is this Finnish metropolis, but it’s also easy to get around by foot.
Helsinki is Finland’s biggest seaside city.
During the summers, people lounge in the outdoor cafes all day and watch as the world goes by.
The architecture runs the gamut from art nouveau to functionalist.
Åland archipelago of Finland
In the south of Finland there lie the extraordinary Åland islands.
These very special Finnish islands are littered with quaint wooden towns.
The elegant Finnish villas of Hanko become a summer stomping ground for wealthy nobility from St. Petersburg.
These islands are a favorite of travelers to Finland.
There are more than 6,500 islands in the Åland archipelago, which make up a lot of the 20,000 islands total found in Finland.
Places of Interest of the West Coast of Finland
The west coast of Finland extends from the UNESCO celebrated town of Rauma in the south to Oulu in the north.
It’s here that you’ll find the best beaches in Finland, with sand dunes and bridges abounding.
Pori is a cultural Finnish town that hosts numerous festivals, sporting events, and is home to countless markets.
Rauma is the biggest wooden town of all the Nordic countries and is notorious for its lace production.
The Great Lakes District of Finland
The Great Lakes District of Finland appears to be more water than land to the naked eye.
In the summer in Finland, the horizon appears to be one big shimmering mirror. It’s one of Finland’s most dazzling sites.
This is the largest Lake District in all of Europe, and has been touted as a fisherman’s paradise.
Finnish Lapland
Finnish Lapland is often described as “the top of the world”.
There’s something magical about Finnish Lapland.
There’s a great treasure trove of Finnish outdoor activities and attractions for the whole family.
Bikers take delight in the mountain trails, and water rafters are challenged by the intricate river system.
There’s even a bit of gold mining if that’s your thing.
Rovaniemi is the provincial capital and sits radiantly on the Arctic Circle. This is where Santa Claus lives. I’m not kidding….
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