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

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# Western Finland

## Travel Guide

![Luosto showing a river or creek, tranquil scenes and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136279-Luosto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Pyha-Luosto National Park featuring forests and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136271-Luosto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Kemi which includes cruising, snow and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136247-Kemi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Kemi which includes interior views and cruising](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136253-Kemi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Kemi showing snow and cruising](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136250-Kemi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Western Finland

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Western Finland

![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/cc906b284fd6941e3f469ae022c973d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### City Center

 While visiting City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Turku City Theatre and Paavo Nurmi Stadium. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Turku-City-Center.dx923875716775501824)

![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/eea2b9decc4215913f5d697187cabdb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Turku Harbour

 If you're spending some time in Turku Harbour, Port of Turku and Tallink Silja Terminal are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Turku-Turku-Harbour.dx553248635964998407)

![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)

### Ruissalo

 You'll enjoy the seaside views and spas in Ruissalo. You might want to make time for a stop at Aura Golf or The Botanical Garden of the University of Turku. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Turku-Ruissalo.dx6060639)

![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)

### Kupittaa

 While there might not be top attractions in Kupittaa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Veritas Stadion and Luostarinmaki Handicrafts Museum. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Turku-Kupittaa.dx953563997742227456)

![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6c5fc521fc723d3b55b836c9a55648de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Old Rauma

 If you're spending some time in Old Rauma, Rauma Market Square and Rauma Museum are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Rauma-Old-Rauma.dx623288473325088768)

![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e334ed34922bd6bb8b896d98c39ed2bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Nummi

 While Nummi isn't home to many top sights, Turku Market Square and Turun Kauppahalli are some notable places to visit nearby. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Turku-Nummi.dx923876417964564480)

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### Popular places to visit

![Rovaniemi showing a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137567-Santa-Claus-Village.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Santa Claus Village

Meet jolly old St. Nick in his homeland of Rovaniemi at a meticulously detailed attraction dedicated to all things Santa.

[](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Claus-Village-Rovaniemi.d6346376.Vacation-Attraction)

![Levi Ski Resort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/43717717edf69fefbf5bade27f65e178.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Levi Ski Resort

Hit the slopes at Levi Ski Resort, a top ski area in Sirkka. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Levi-Ski-Resort-Kittila.d6110100.Vacation-Attraction)

![Ounasvaara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/50f7c4c99af2ddf215b5edbf1ee49bb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ounasvaara

Hit the slopes in Rovaniemi with a visit to Ounasvaara. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ounasvaara-Rovaniemi.d553248621561214624.Vacation-Attraction)

![Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park which includes forests and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136555-Pallas-Yllastunturi-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park

Discover miles of hiking trails, colorful birdlife, a ski resort and quaint villages in this sprawling national park in northwest Finland.

[](https://expedia.ca/Pallas-Yllastunturi-National-Park-Lapland.d6110104.Vacation-Attraction)

![Ranua Zoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c1bc719b267465292a8d589d62a3e7b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ranua Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Ranua Zoo during your vacation in Ranua? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ranua-Zoo-Ranua.d553248621533050476.Vacation-Attraction)

![Lordi Square showing cbd, a square or plaza and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137594-Lordi-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Lordi's Square

Go on a heavy metal pilgrimage by visiting this square, which is dedicated to Finland’s most famous hard rockers. Dine and shop while you’re here.

[](https://expedia.ca/Lordis-Square-Rovaniemi.d6110080.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Tallink Shuttle MyStar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2211846/87b39c1b-7137-4487-9152-85c6c5db795a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki

CA $60

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-tallinn-self-guided-day-cruise-from-helsinki.a2211846.activity-details)

![Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48357942/3f641fb2-e899-46fa-8d7d-a0cf2642c135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket

CA $24

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/helsinki-skywheel-helsinki-entry-ticket.a48357942.activity-details)

![Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1147474/71b681d5-4d87-41d7-84a8-3332b3d0d010.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

CA $56

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-city-tour.a1147474.activity-details)

![eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752190/fc84a51b-1ace-40e3-89ec-f3c579050fff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### eSIM: Airalo Europe Package

CA $7

per traveller

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-europe-package.a46752190.activity-details)

![Helsinki Archipelago: Sightseeing Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44642681/096ed868-a30b-4305-91c2-4897b4b56c93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Helsinki Archipelago: Sightseeing Boat Tour

CA $44

per adult

**90%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/helsinki-archipelago-sightseeing-boat-tour.a44642681.activity-details)

![Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2213369/4c422b68-eb03-4deb-ab69-3cbd5aff136a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)

CA $193

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/tallinn-day-tour-from-helsinki-ferry-tickets-guiding-own-time.a2213369.activity-details)

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## Cities near Western Finland

![Kemi featuring cruising and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136248-Kemi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Kemi

![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

![Rovaniemi showing a river or creek, a bridge and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137403-Rovaniemi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Rovaniemi

![Urho Kekkonen National Park featuring forest scenes, tranquil scenes and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137585-Urho-Kekkonen-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Sodankyla

- Cities near Western Finland
- Places of interest

[Kemi](https://expedia.ca/Kemi.dx1786)[Oulu](https://expedia.ca/Oulu.dx2717)[Rovaniemi](https://expedia.ca/Rovaniemi.dx3059)[Seinajoki](https://expedia.ca/Seinajoki.dx3181)[Sodankyla](https://expedia.ca/Sodankyla.dx3244)[Turku](https://expedia.ca/Turku.dx3463)[Tampere](https://expedia.ca/Tampere.dx3484)[Vaasa](https://expedia.ca/Vaasa.dx3673)[Tornio](https://expedia.ca/Tornio.dx4234)[Kautokeino](https://expedia.ca/Kautokeino.dx4439)[Kemijarvi](https://expedia.ca/Kemijarvi.dx5274)[Valkeakoski](https://expedia.ca/Valkeakoski.dx5279)[Kaarina](https://expedia.ca/Kaarina.dx6087)[Forssa](https://expedia.ca/Forssa.dx177985)[Nivala](https://expedia.ca/Nivala.dx500385)[Sinetta](https://expedia.ca/Sinetta.dx6047458)[Harjavalta](https://expedia.ca/Harjavalta.dx6129724)[Yllasjarvi](https://expedia.ca/Yllasjarvi.dx6129732)

- [Santa Claus Village ](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Claus-Village-Rovaniemi.d6346376.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Levi Ski Resort ](https://expedia.ca/Levi-Ski-Resort-Kittila.d6110100.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Lordi's Square ](https://expedia.ca/Lordis-Square-Rovaniemi.d6110080.Vacation-Attraction)

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