Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Finland December 2025 | Expedia.ca [Northern Finland Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Finland.dx6232708)[Hotels in Northern Finland](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Finland-Hotels.d6232708.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northern Finland](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Finland.d6232708.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northern Finland Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Finland.d6232708.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Finland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Finland.d6232708.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Northern Finland ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northern Finland Types of activities [Northern Finland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Finland.dx6232708) ![Kuusamo Park showing a river or creek and forests](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137600-Kuusamo-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Rukakeskus Ltd - all rights reserved](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159151-Ruka-Ski-Area.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Rukakeskus Ltd - all rights reserved](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159151-Ruka-Ski-Area.jpg) ![Kuusamo Park featuring a river or creek and forests](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137599-Kuusamo-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kuusamo Park which includes forest scenes and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137596-Kuusamo-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill featuring snow skiing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137605-Rukatunturi-Ski-Jumping-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Northern Finland Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Northern Finland has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Northern Finland is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Finland to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Northern Finland Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Finland. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Finland attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Northern Finland ### Tours & day trips [See all 20 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Riisitunturi National Park Snowshoe Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49291024/26e53d2f-da11-4063-b3f4-1c97e2471dac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Riisitunturi National Park Snowshoe Experience 5h Free cancellation available CA $374 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/riisitunturi-national-park-private-snowshoe-experience.a49291024.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Kuusamo: Reindeer Sleigh Ride and Farm Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49589338/21e9533f-9936-4e1b-ad9c-aec8c9695e7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kuusamo: Reindeer Sleigh Ride and Farm Visit 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/kuusamo-world-of-reindeer-safari.a49589338.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Kuusamo: Morning Feeding of Hundreds of Reindeer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49588000/d35c8315-380f-4001-ace6-8cf4392a1ea0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kuusamo: Morning Feeding of Hundreds of Reindeer 1h Free cancellation available CA $44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/kuusamo-morning-feeding-of-hundreds-of-reindeer.a49588000.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Riisitunturi wilderness adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/732699/fbc359e7-5b9d-4e90-a839-01239b286a55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Riisitunturi wilderness adventure 9h Free cancellation available ~~CA $399~~CA $319 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/riisitunturi-photography-expedition.a732699.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Riisitunturi National Park Snowshoe Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48864324/d1f22388-6dbd-49ab-9ad3-53dc6f11a825.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Riisitunturi National Park Snowshoe Adventure 5h Free cancellation available CA $455 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/riisitunturi-national-park-private-snowshoe-experience.a48864324.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Riisitunturi National Park hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45745336/8994205e-a9f0-4c13-b49d-8662c0e6e29a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Riisitunturi National Park hike 7h Free cancellation available CA $260 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/winter-wonderland-hiking.a45745336.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Reindeer yoga](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49265374/22db0b55-9c35-4785-9825-5a4e59e678dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Reindeer yoga 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/reindeer-yoga.a49265374.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47838490/6b15533f-d4a3-4d46-bdd6-a9c3ebd940fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky 3h Free cancellation available CA $228 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ii-snowmobile-sleigh-trip-on-frozen-sea-under-starlit-sky.a47838490.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Rovaniemi: Riisitunturi Full-Day Wilderness Adventure & BBQ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46639739/29fd661c-2b31-4e51-a038-dcb1e0ebdf00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rovaniemi: Riisitunturi Full-Day Wilderness Adventure & BBQ 8h Free cancellation available CA $470 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-riisitunturi-wilderness-hike-tour-with-lunch.a46639739.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Riisitunturi Guided Hike with Photography](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50380248/ab548dce-4b1a-4d2a-aef1-f73c0ae0bcfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Riisitunturi Guided Hike with Photography 9h Free cancellation available CA $293 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/riisitunturi-guided-hike-with-photography.a50380248.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Riisitunturi National Park Snowshoe Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48864324/d1f22388-6dbd-49ab-9ad3-53dc6f11a825.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Riisitunturi National Park Snowshoe Adventure 5h Free cancellation available CA $455 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/riisitunturi-national-park-private-snowshoe-experience.a48864324.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47838490/6b15533f-d4a3-4d46-bdd6-a9c3ebd940fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky 3h Free cancellation available CA $228 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ii-snowmobile-sleigh-trip-on-frozen-sea-under-starlit-sky.a47838490.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Ii: Easy family-friendly ice fishing trip to the sea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47999894/72da3e01-82f5-4333-83f4-a6f88a016221.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ii: Easy family-friendly ice fishing trip to the sea 2h Free cancellation available CA $325 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ii-easy-family-friendly-ice-fishing-trip-to-the-sea.a47999894.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ### Shows & concerts [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&filter.categories=ShowsConcerts) ![Riisitunturi National Park Snowshoe Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48864324/d1f22388-6dbd-49ab-9ad3-53dc6f11a825.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Riisitunturi National Park Snowshoe Adventure 5h Free cancellation available CA $455 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/riisitunturi-national-park-private-snowshoe-experience.a48864324.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47838490/6b15533f-d4a3-4d46-bdd6-a9c3ebd940fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky 3h Free cancellation available CA $228 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ii-snowmobile-sleigh-trip-on-frozen-sea-under-starlit-sky.a47838490.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ![Ruka: Starlight sledging to search for Northern Lights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48518015/5855e247-c551-4ca9-a003-c46e86d2c18c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ruka: Starlight sledging to search for Northern Lights 3h 6/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $150 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ruka-starlight-sledging-to-search-for-northern-lights.a48518015.activity-details?&rid=6232708&location=Northern+Finland&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Northern Finland | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky](/things-to-do/ii-snowmobile-sleigh-trip-on-frozen-sea-under-starlit-sky.a47838490.activity-details): CA $228 | | Top 5 things to do | [Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky](/things-to-do/ii-snowmobile-sleigh-trip-on-frozen-sea-under-starlit-sky.a47838490.activity-details)[Ii: Easy family-friendly ice fishing trip to the sea](/things-to-do/ii-easy-family-friendly-ice-fishing-trip-to-the-sea.a47999894.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky](/things-to-do/ii-snowmobile-sleigh-trip-on-frozen-sea-under-starlit-sky.a47838490.activity-details)[Ii: Easy family-friendly ice fishing trip to the sea](/things-to-do/ii-easy-family-friendly-ice-fishing-trip-to-the-sea.a47999894.activity-details) | | With kids | [Ii: Snowmobile sleigh trip on frozen sea under starlit sky](/things-to-do/ii-snowmobile-sleigh-trip-on-frozen-sea-under-starlit-sky.a47838490.activity-details)[Ii: Easy family-friendly ice fishing trip to the sea](/things-to-do/ii-easy-family-friendly-ice-fishing-trip-to-the-sea.a47999894.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northern Finland --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Northern Finland ![Ruka Ski Area featuring rapids, forest scenes and rafting](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159153-Ruka-Ski-Area.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ruka Ski Area Experience this dynamic resort, which features snow-covered forest trails, husky safaris, long winter skiing seasons and excellent fishing and rafting in summer. [](https://expedia.ca/Ruka-Ski-Area-Kuusamo.d6288726.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill featuring snow skiing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137605-Rukatunturi-Ski-Jumping-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill Hit the slopes in Rukatunturi with a visit to Rukatunturi Ski Jumping Hill. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Rukatunturi-Ski-Jumping-Hill-Kuusamo.d6288731.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nallikari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/382fe9bd3f3817352559c7d93a74c31b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nallikari Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Nallikari during your trip to Oulu? Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Nallikari-Oulu.d553248635997366000.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oulanka National Park Visitor Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7ac97115d032db777bdb920cb5bf3e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oulanka National Park Visitor Center Explore the great outdoors at Oulanka National Park Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Kuusamo. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Oulanka-National-Park-Visitor-Center-Kuusamo.d553248621562619950.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oulu Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/382fe9bd3f3817352559c7d93a74c31b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oulu Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Oulu Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Oulu. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Oulu-Beach-Oulu.d6110060.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kuusamo Park which includes forest scenes and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137596-Kuusamo-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuusamo Park Relax from sightseeing in a town park that runs along the edge of a lake inlet and offers family fun in a peaceful setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Kuusamo-Park-Kuusamo.d6288728.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kuusamo Church featuring religious aspects and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137603-Kuusamo-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuusamo Church Visit a church with a history that tells the story of how the town survived in the wake of wartime destruction. [](https://expedia.ca/Kuusamo-Church-Kuusamo.d6288933.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kajaani Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8deac18a111f60a59c2eea2518bab606.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kajaani Castle Kajaani Castle is just one of the places to see in Kajaani, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its art scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Kajaani-Castle-Kajaani.d6110106.Vacation-Attraction) #### Iso-Syöte Ski Center Hit the slopes in Pudasjärvi with a visit to Iso-Syöte Ski Center. [](https://expedia.ca/Iso-Syote-Ski-Center-Pudasjarvi.d6294018.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Northern Finland ![Kajaani](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f924dd82996e9eb4943fb98adbe70029.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kajaani ![Kuusamo Church which includes a garden, a church or cathedral and religious elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137410-Kuusamo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kuusamo ![Oulu featuring northern lights and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61216-Oulu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oulu ![Photo by Hecktic Travels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/919fc9b4f93bee7aeeb71b7455afdf4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kuhmo ![Sotkamo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0d09addb175b920679ba8d34b47f96ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sotkamo ![Rukatunturi showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and a gondola](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137465-Rukatunturi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rukatunturi ![Salla showing snowmobiling, snow and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155671-Salla.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Salla ![Photo by Elisa Veteläinen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/55f43cbd7da7791e6e252e7d5b1ad005.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kempele ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - [Rokua Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Rokua-Hotels.d3000040287.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Vaala Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Vaala-Hotels.d3000040210.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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