Vantaa, Finland - Vantaa, Finland 13 days trip

A bustling city located near Helsinki, Vantaa features several notable museums, diverse architecture, and a vibrant music scene.

Wander around the streets, taking in the local atmosphere, stopping by some of the museums, or exploring the city's cafes.

A fun and educational experience, this science center features indoor and outdoor exhibits, as well as a digital planetarium.

This national park is riddled with hiking trails and camping grounds, while picnic areas are nestled among lush forested scenery.

Founded in the 18C against a Russian invasion, this star fortress spans six islands, features a museum, and offers nice picnic spots.

Dating to the 14C, this city was once the second largest in Finland, and now retains some notable historic landmarks and a great ambiance.

Dating to the 15C, this cathedral boasts a rich and fascinating history, belied by its simple traditional structure.

Enjoy the day visiting the river, the Old Town with its museums and historic buildings, the fun shops, and and the local eateries.

Located in the old town hall, this museum displays artifacts of both Finnish peasantry and peerage from the 18C-19C period.

Focusing on the works of local artists Edelfelt and Vallgren, this museum also holds paintings, ceramics, and furniture by others.

This national park is riddled with hiking trails and camping grounds, while picnic areas are nestled among lush forested scenery.

Founded in the 18C against a Russian invasion, this star fortress spans six islands, features a museum, and offers nice picnic spots.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

Riddled with streams, lakes, and rivers, this national park is home to a wide range of wildlife and a diversity of plant species.

Engulfing Finland's beautiful lakelands, this national park is partly forested and affords great hiking, as well as boating.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

Riddled with streams, lakes, and rivers, this national park is home to a wide range of wildlife and a diversity of plant species.

Engulfing Finland's beautiful lakelands, this national park is partly forested and affords great hiking, as well as boating.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

A beautiful lake, part of the Iso-Kalla lake system, where you can find great opportunities for fishing and ice skating.

Engulfing Finland's beautiful lakelands, this national park is partly forested and affords great hiking, as well as boating.

The landscape in this national park has been sculpted by the glaciers of the last ice age, leaving cliffs and rivers in its wake.

Centered on the Rutajarvi Lake, this national park encompasses marshlands and the surrounding forests.

Founded in 1639, this quaint town retains its impressive medieval castle, and boasts a wonderful cultural atmosphere.

Founded in 1653, the pedestrian-friendly Kuopio is a city of culture, cuisine, and excellent recreation across several islands.

Founded in 1639, this quaint town retains its impressive medieval castle, and boasts a wonderful cultural atmosphere.

This 15C stronghold is the gem of the town. Featuring two museums, it follows the town's history and offers stunning views of the area.

Wander the streets taking in the local color, visit a tavern for a drink, or go off to explore some of the historic landmarks.

Beautifully laid out along the waterfront, this square is a lively trading and meeting spot for both locals and visitors.

This museum traces the interesting history of Savonlinna and its surrounding region. Don't miss the historic boats and ships.

The landscape in this national park has been sculpted by the glaciers of the last ice age, leaving cliffs and rivers in its wake.

Engulfing Finland's beautiful lakelands, this national park is partly forested and affords great hiking, as well as boating.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

The landscape in this national park has been sculpted by the glaciers of the last ice age, leaving cliffs and rivers in its wake.

Engulfing Finland's beautiful lakelands, this national park is partly forested and affords great hiking, as well as boating.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

A national park set on the hills lining the west banks of Lake Pielinen, dedicated to the preservation of traditional agriculture.

The landscape in this national park has been sculpted by the glaciers of the last ice age, leaving cliffs and rivers in its wake.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

A national park set on the hills lining the west banks of Lake Pielinen, dedicated to the preservation of traditional agriculture.

A beautiful lake, part of the Iso-Kalla lake system, where you can find great opportunities for fishing and ice skating.

The landscape in this national park has been sculpted by the glaciers of the last ice age, leaving cliffs and rivers in its wake.

Pack your boots for a great day hiking this this wooden national park, home to diverse fauna and century-old forests.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

Pack your boots for a great day hiking this this wooden national park, home to diverse fauna and century-old forests.

At times unnerving and at times delightful, the colorful scarecrows occupying a field outside of Suomussalmi are an art installation.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

Pack your boots for a great day hiking this this wooden national park, home to diverse fauna and century-old forests.

At times unnerving and at times delightful, the colorful scarecrows occupying a field outside of Suomussalmi are an art installation.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

The world's northernmost zoo is home to over 200 animals, including wolves, deers, Euroasian lynxes, and polar bears.

Popular primarily during wintertime, this 19C town boasts the largest snow castle in the world, a gem museum, and a harbor.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

Home to some of the oldest woods in Finland, this national park spans forests, swamps, and bogs, affording great scenic hiking.

Encompassing lakes, gorges, forests, and lush rugged scenery, this national park is beloved by those who appreciate its wildness.

Boasting a vast expanse of land and home to a small amount of animals, this zoo preserves excellent conditions as a sanctuary.

Vassa grew around a 14C castle, built by Swedish sailors. Today it is a vibrant university city, with a wealth of 19C landmarks.

Vassa grew around a 14C castle, built by Swedish sailors. Today it is a vibrant university city, with a wealth of 19C landmarks.

The combination of both water park and spa guarantees a fun outing for visitors of all ages and preferences.

Admire the Statue of Freedom in the cobbled central square, then set out to explore the friendly streets full of cafes and shops.

Housed in an old warehouse, this museum boasts an outstanding collection of pop art, kinetic art, surrealism, and more.

This museum traces the turbulent history of the region through decorative arts and photographs, hosting various Finnish contributors.

Perfect for lovers of bird-watching, this national park encompasses extensive marshes and wetlands, as well as great camping spots.

Founded in the 17C, this bilingual town is a hidden gem of cultural wealth, traditional architecture, and great local food.

The buildings in this center were designed by Viljo Revell, a famed Finnish architect famed for its unique form of modern architecture.

The medieval Pori celebrates its port heritage, trade history, and cultural roots, that culminate in its annual jazz festival.

Explore the historic landmarks, museums, and green spaces while discovering unending activity along the city's central streets.

Finland's only mausoleum is dedicated to the daughter of a local businessman, boasting neo-Gothic architecture and superb frescoes.

Housed in an elegant 19C Renaissance Revival building, the Pori Theater offers an array of superb productions in Finnish.

One of the oldest historical museums in Finland features over 80,000 artifacts, exploring the interesting past of the province.

Home to some of the oldest woods in Finland, this national park spans forests, swamps, and bogs, affording great scenic hiking.

In southeast Finland, the sea is dotted with thousands of islands. Visit the tiny isles and their villages to see their beauty.

The Kokemaenjoki River flows through the middle of this stunning lush park, bisecting the city on its winding way.

With many permanent and temporary exhibits, this art museum features work by both Finnish and international artists.

The Ark features rotating and permanent exhibits, dedicated to the ecology and natural environment of the Satakunta region.

People come from all over Finland to enjoy this famously idyllic stretch of white sandy beach, and you should definitely join.

Despite Tampere being a large city, its setting among lakes and its numerous historic buildings preserves a relaxed atmosphere.

Founded in the 14C, Turku is the oldest city in Finland. With an active port, its history, culture, and trade continue to thrive.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

This national park is riddled with hiking trails and camping grounds, while picnic areas are nestled among lush forested scenery.

In southeast Finland, the sea is dotted with thousands of islands. Visit the tiny isles and their villages to see their beauty.

A relatively young city, the Finnish capital commands the Baltic Sea with its diverse architectural landscape and a rich culture.

Founded in the 18C against a Russian invasion, this star fortress spans six islands, features a museum, and offers nice picnic spots.

An authentic Finnish destination visited by few tourists

Walk through the town center and get a feel for the local culture

This national park is riddled with hiking trails and camping grounds, while picnic areas are nestled among lush forested scenery.

In southeast Finland, the sea is dotted with thousands of islands. Visit the tiny isles and their villages to see their beauty.

A relatively young city, the Finnish capital commands the Baltic Sea with its diverse architectural landscape and a rich culture.

Founded in the 18C against a Russian invasion, this star fortress spans six islands, features a museum, and offers nice picnic spots.