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Hot stuff: 14 incredible saunas you have to try in Finland
From smoke saunas and icy plunges to art, glass walls and fell-top views, these are the Finnish sauna experiences worth travelling for.
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Finland gets two new Michelin Key hotels in Helsinki and Rovaniemi
The 2026 Michelin Key awards have brought the number of listed hotels in Finland to three
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Don’t walk past this exhibition: Serlachius explores the art of walking in Mänttä
Finland’s first major art exhibition dedicated to walking opens in Mänttä this September
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An exhibition dedicated to Moomin mugs is opening in Tampere – with a brand-new mug launching on opening day
The Moomin Museum’s new ‘Moomin Mug Mania’ exhibition brings together familiar favourites, coveted collectors’ rarities and the first Moomin mug illustrated by Tove Jansson, dating from the 1950s.
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Finland’s best easy hikes you can explore right now
Big views, zero fuss: Finland’s easiest hikes are perfect for heading out right now
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The alternative guide to summer in Finland: 19 sights you can't miss
The not-to-miss guide to Finland's weirdest, grandest and cutest summer attractions
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The ultimate guide to midsummer in Helsinki and across Finland
From lakeside saunas to midnight swims, here's how to celebrate midsummer in Helsinki and across Finland
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A budget-friendly day out in the city with great food – read our tips
A great city day out doesn’t have to cost the earth when you know where to go – and where to eat
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Midnight sun in Finland: where and when to experience It
What does the midnight sun mean, and where can you experience it? Nowhere beats the Finnish Lapland
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The can’t-miss events of summer 2026 in Jyväskylä
Big crowds, late nights and standout moments: these are the Jyväskylä summer events set to define 2026
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Tampere
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Best things to do in Tampere
In Finland, we love to talk about great summer cities (all Finnish cities are lovely in summer) – but Tampere is alive and buzzing all year round. As...
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An epic museum year awaits – these are Tampere’s best exhibitions in 2026
Tampere is one of Finland’s great museum cities – a place where red-brick factories have morphed into studios, galleries and theatres. In 2026 the...
Theatre
Tampere’s best theatres: the most exciting shows in 2026
Tampere’s theatre programme this year offers both thought-provoking art and pure escapism. The best plays push audiences into moral reflection, but also...
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The best second-hand shops in Tampere
The best flea markets in Tampere are clean and well organised. Only good-quality items make it to the shelves, and clothes are arranged by size. At the most...
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The best saunas in Tampere
As Finland’s official Sauna Capital, Tampere makes choosing its best saunas as tricky as picking Paris’s most romantic spots – in the best...
Oulu
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Why all eyes are on Oulu in 2026: 20 unmissable cultural moments
As European Capital of Culture in 2026, Oulu is turning the volume up on culture, filling the year with events that demand attention.
Culture is for everyone,...
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Things to do in Oulu: the best experiences in the city
Oulu’s greatest advantage is its compact size, at least when it comes to the city centre. In the heart of town, everything is within walking distance...
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Turku
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Best things to do in Turku
Finland’s oldest city isn’t some dusty relic – it’s a lively, welcoming place that’s always buzzing with activity. The most...
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Turku’s best thrift stores
Turku’s wide range of second-hand shops offers something for every taste – and in plenty of locations too – so you can browse for bargains...
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Jyväskylä
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Things to do in Jyväskylä: local favourites
Jyväskylä is a lively, nature-filled city with plenty going on all year round. Unless you visit during one of the big events – like the World...
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The best second-hand shops in Jyväskylä
Jyväskylä has a lively and varied thrift store scene that perfectly suits its student city vibe. You’ll find everything here, from big, chaotic...
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Rovaniemi
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The 12 best things to do in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi is Finland’s most internationally known travel city, with year-round experiences that go well beyond reindeer and Santa. First-timers and...
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