Title: Visit Eastern Finland: Best of Eastern Finland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Eastern Finland

## Travel Guide

![Koli](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4230/666b60ec-12c3-4087-94a1-6bf5ffd29324.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Une ile
Une plage
Une piscine
Une scène 
Au milieu d’une rivière 
Joensuu (Finland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1717/54b5355b-5f4f-41e4-9bb1-d6f10028feb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![On our way to the first campsite in linnansari national park ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141150/ed1e442b-e010-410a-a804-c8baa03d60be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Stopped on my drive home from a weekend trip and spotted this pier leading to the lake. At this point it was already snowing pretty hard and there was a crispness in the air to give a hint of the upcoming winter months.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500388/037ecfdd-78db-450b-8c9d-4c30616ccb42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Vue de la rivière au matin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1717/e02ccfbd-1a2c-45bd-a9ec-3c5c7c168e89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Eastern Finland

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Eastern Finland

![Kuopio City Hall on the Market Square in winter, Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532523171/2f3660d4-0aff-4f50-894a-a0ba89c5aca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Downtown Kuopio

 You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Downtown Kuopio. You might want to make time for a stop at Museum of Kuopio or Pikku-Pietarin Torikuja. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kuopio-Downtown-Kuopio.dx553248627443958521)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Paloinen

 Though Paloinen might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Iisalmi Museum of Natural Science and Iisalmi New Church. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Iisalmi-Paloinen.dx553248635975869429)

- Eastern Finland Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Eastern Finland

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Lapland Hotels Kuopio

Puijonkatu 32 Kuopio 

Stay at this hotel in Kuopio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Kuopio Market and Kuopion Taidemuseo are located ...

9/10 Wonderful! (983 reviews)

Great breakfast

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

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GreenStar Hotel Joensuu

Torikatu 16 Joensuu 

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

CA $94

CA $106 total

Mar 28 - Mar 29

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Joensuu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Carelicum and Taitokortteli are located ...

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Hotel & Spa Resort Järvisydän

Porosalmentie 313 Rantasalmi 

CA $343

CA $390 total

Apr 3 - Apr 4

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Rantasalmi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Kaperinlinna and Raudanveden uimaranta ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (414 reviews)

The spa is nice. Breakfast was good too. I have a wonderful 2 nights stay.

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

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Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel

26 Rantakatu Joensuu 

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Joensuu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Popular attractions Town Hall and Taitokortteli ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)

Clean, quiet, well equipped kitchen, washer in the room I selected. Attentive staff, great breakfast, they even made me breakfast the night before an early departure. Walkable from train station, downtown location for shopping and dining. Along river for walks and or cycling excursions. Highly ...

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Apartments Huili

Sääskiniementie 434 Kuopio 

Stay at this apartment in Kuopio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Tahko Ski Resort and Tahko Golf Club are located nearby.

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Tahko-Tours

Hirsivalkamantie 1 Kuopio Pohjois-Savo

Book a stay at this beach villa in Kuopio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Tahko Ski Resort and Tahko Golf Club are located ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (33 reviews)

Siisti huoneisto, hyvä sijainti.

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### Popular places to visit

![FINLAND: View of the Olavinlinna castle, in Savonlinna, Finland. It is a 15th-century three-tower castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110040/70e8b774-24eb-41b2-a985-f1a802cc8d7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Olavinlinna Castle

After visiting Olavinlinna Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Savonlinna. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Olavinlinna-Castle-Savonlinna.d6110040.Vacation-Attraction)

![Kuopio City Hall on the Market Square in winter, Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532523171/2f3660d4-0aff-4f50-894a-a0ba89c5aca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Museum of Kuopio

You can study the exhibits at Museum of Kuopio, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Kuopio. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Museum-Of-Kuopio-Downtown-Kuopio.d553248621532523171.Vacation-Attraction)

![Stopped on my drive home from a weekend trip and spotted this pier leading to the lake. At this point it was already snowing pretty hard and there was a crispness in the air to give a hint of the upcoming winter months.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500388/037ecfdd-78db-450b-8c9d-4c30616ccb42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Punkaharju Ridge

You can take time to visit Punkaharju Ridge during your travels to Punkaharju. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Punkaharju-Ridge-Savonlinna.d553248621532524446.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Valmo Monastery

Learn about the local history of Uusi-Valamo when you spend time at Valmo Monastery. Discover the area's art scene and temples. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Valmo-Monastery-Heinavesi.d6110076.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Tahko Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Nilsia with a visit to Tahko Ski Resort. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. 

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#### University of Eastern Finland

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Eastern Finland, during your travels in Kuopio. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. 

[](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Eastern-Finland-Kuopio.d6110068.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Full Day Private Shore Tour in Helsinki from Kotka Cruise Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46905409/90c79c7b-8ba9-4390-af14-2793c1185e7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Full Day Private Shore Tour in Helsinki from Kotka Cruise Port

CA $482

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-shore-tour-in-helsinki-from-kotka-cruise-port.a46905409.activity-details)

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## Cities near Eastern Finland

![Aerial view of the snow-dusted Kajaani Castle ruins embraced by dark, icy waters under a stark winter sky, Kajaani, Kainuu, Finland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1752/3861ae7b-9b11-41f6-ba8a-bfd69662fa93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Kajaani

![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1954/d2bd5f21-9231-441f-b125-670e172121a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Kuopio

![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3310/5cc7932a-041a-4828-b78b-2ca4c22b8193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Savonlinna

![Paloisvirta in Iisalmi Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4229/beddde87-509f-46b4-a093-91f827a0f1ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Iisalmi

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