Points of interest Finnish Lapland: Tourism & Monuments

Practical information : Sightseeing Finnish Lapland

Timetable

On weekdays, most museums, tourist offices and visitor centers are open between 10am and 5pm. Please note that opening times vary according to the country, the size of the town and the time of year. Always check the opening hours if you're not already there, as you could be travelling for nothing. Opening times are longest between December and March, then between June and August.

To be booked

If you're visiting Lapland in the high winter season, it's essential to book all your activities in advance. The same applies to transport, both rail and sea. You'll have no trouble renting a car in winter. It's a popular destination, and most villages and towns are crowded with tourists. In summer, the region remains busy, but most activities are self-guided. If you're thinking of visiting the fjords, greeting the whales, renting a car or taking a Hurtigruten cruise, booking is essential.

Budget & Tips

The cost of living is high in all three countries, so Lapland is not a cheap destination, and this naturally includes sports facilities.

Main events

Traditional festivals are the most celebrated and authentic. In Sweden, don't miss Saint Lucia's Day in December, the Saami market in Jokkmokk in February, and the Crayfish party in August/September. In Finland, St. Mary's Day in Hetta in March is a concentration of Sami culture and traditions, and Christmas week in Rovaniemi has a very special flavor. In Norway, the Saami Easter in Kautokeino is not to be missed, as is the Vinterfestuka in Narvik in March/April, two festivals rich in costume and tradition. Everywhere in Lapland, we celebrate Midsummer's Day, the longest day of the year! It's a time for singing and sharing around a bonfire, but above all it's a time for laughter.

Guided tours

There are many providers of guided tours and activities, many of whom are well known to tourist offices. Winter highlights include dog-sledding, aurora borealis hunting, snowmobile, ski and snowshoe tours, ice climbing, traditional sauna sessions, reindeer encounters, boat tours of the fjords and whale watching. In summer, kayaking, hiking, cycling, glamping and fishing are very popular.

Tourist Attractions & Monuments Finnish Lapland

REINDEER FARM - KONTTANIEMI REINDEER FARM

SIIDA - SÂME MUSEUM AND NATURE CENTER

KAIJA PALTTO WORKSHOP

POLAR MEETINGS

ARKTIKUM

HETTA HUSKIES

SAFARTICA

REIDAR SÄRESTÖNIEMI MUSEUM

EXPERIENCE365 - KEMI TOURISM

VISIT LEVI

PALLAS-YLLÄSTUNTURI NATIONAL PARK

HETTA CHURCH

CENTRE DES VISITEURS D’OULANKA

PALLAS-OUNASTUNTURI NATIONAL PARK

OULANKA NATIONAL PARK

PIKE RIDER

RANUA WILDLIFE PARK

DESIGN HOUSE IDOLI

KARILAN NAVETTAGALLERIA

GOLD MUSEUM

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