Visit Finland – the happiest country in the world

Julia Kivelä

Autumn in Finland

Autumn is the best time to spot the Northern Lights, hike through colourful forests, and enjoy seasonal harvests from forest to table. Click to read more about fall in Finland.

Plan your trip to Finland

Are you visiting Finland soon? Below you'll find a selection of seasonal highlights from the best things to do to hidden gems and more!

Best times to see the Northern Lights

Autumn is the best time to see the Northern lights...

Weather in Finland

From bright summer nights to snowy winters, Finlan...

National parks

Finland has 41 national parks across the country, ...

Places to go

Finland’s four unique regions each offer their own...

Must-experience saunas in Helsinki region

Discover top sauna experiences in the Helsinki reg...

Finnish sauna

Everything you need to know about sauna

All the most important tips about the best public saunas across the country, sauna etiquette and more!

Credits: Julia Kivelä

Latest travel stories and tips from Finland

Dive into inspiring travel articles, practical tips, and local recommendations from across Finland. Whether you're chasing the northern lights, exploring vibrant cities, or soaking in a lakeside sauna, you'll find the latest ideas to make your trip unforgettable.

Classic Finnish restaurants you should visit

Taste authentic Finnish cuisine at historic local ...

Experience Finland in August with six local tips

Get to know local traditions and seasonal highligh...

10 unique things to do in Finland as a solo traveller

Discover why Finland is one of the safest and most...

Get to know Finland's market halls

Deep dive into Finland's one-of-a-kind market hall...

Best Finnish desserts and where to try them

Explore Finland’s most beloved desserts, from korv...

Celebrate 80 years of Moomins

Discover special exhibitions, Moomin attractions, ...

Must-visit quirky saunas in Finland

Discover the quirkiest saunas across Finland and e...

Need help in planning your holiday?

No worries! We are here to help. Take our quiz below, pick your preferences, and we'll recommend the best region to visit in the upcoming holiday season.

1/5: What’s your ideal way to start the day on holiday?

Slow breakfast by a serene lake, followed by a dip

Morning hike in fresh Arctic air, surrounded by silence

Stroll to a cute design café or market hall

Sipping coffee on a boat, feeling the Baltic breeze

Credits: Julia Kivelä

Regions in Finland

From Arctic wilderness to vibrant urban life

Planning a trip to Finland but don’t know where to start? No worries. Let us introduce you to our four main regions, or as we like to call them, the fantastic four. Keep scrolling to learn more.

Credits: Hannes Becker

Lapland

Magical northern region full of contrasts

The sun never sets in summer, and during the rest of the year, the Aurora Borealis lights up the sky.

Credits: Ruka-Kuusamo

Helsinki region

Urban life with easy access to nature

Experience the perfect combination of urban and outdoors, lively and laid-back.

Credits: Miki Watanabe

Lakeland

Stunning labyrinth of lakes, islands, and forests

There's no scene more Finnish than a cosy cottage by a lake surrounded by emerald green forests.

Credits: Mikko Nikkinen

Coast and Archipelago

World’s largest archipelago

Fall in love with its windswept beaches, maritime culture and easy-going island lifestyle.

Credits: Julia Kivelä

A few common questions

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Finnish Lapland has a reindeer population of about 200,000. That’s 20,000 more reindeer than people!

Curated routes to explore the best of Finland

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Not sure what to do on your next trip to Finland? No worries. We have gathered a selection of travel routes from different parts of the country. Find interesting sights to see, places to visit, and restaurants to dine in.