Title: Visit South Karelia: Best of South Karelia Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [South Karelia Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-South-Karelia.d553248635975177210.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in South Karelia](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-South-Karelia.d553248635975177210.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[South Karelia Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-South-Karelia.d553248635975177210.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in South Karelia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-South-Karelia.d553248635975177210.Travel-Guide-Activities)[South Karelia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-South-Karelia.d553248635975177210.Car-Hire-Destinations)[South Karelia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Karelia.d553248635975177210.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South Karelia Travel Guide ## Finland ![South Karelia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5272/631cc9fc-d5fc-4e4c-9817-aa3e3b508331.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Karelia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000040265/846208ac-b2ae-49c4-98eb-cd96e5e2ebfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Karelia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5272/01db7883-5b9a-45f6-8d7c-8fb1b32d6cdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Karelia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338305/a9c0da22-916f-467d-8117-46fa86f5993d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Karelia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5272/46800196-1caf-4261-8fb1-4d4dd1e5a9eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Popular cities in South Karelia [Lappeenranta Known for Family-friendly, Shopping and Ports ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lappeenranta.dx2124) Lappeenranta, on the southern shore of Lake Saimaa and straddling two very different cultures, captivates visitors with its magnificent scenery. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Lappeenranta.dx2124)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Lappeenranta-Hotels.d2124.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Imatra Known for Spas, Castle and Natural parks ](https://expedia.co.uk/Imatra.dx5272) For centuries, the luring and dammed Imatra Rapids are an impressive sight. Go and experience the spellbinding nature of South Karelia along the River Vuoksi. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Imatra.dx5272)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Imatra-Hotels.d5272.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ruokolahti Known for Skiing ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruokolahti.dx6144949) Surrounded by lake and forest landscapes, the town of Ruokolahti has ancient rock paintings, military history and natural attractions on offer. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruokolahti.dx6144949)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruokolahti-Hotels.d6144949.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Luumaki Known for Business, Shopping and Family-friendly ](https://expedia.co.uk/Luumaki.dx6131078) Luumäki, in the region of South Karelia, is a naturally beautiful municipality known for its lively village activities and interesting military historical attractions. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Luumaki.dx6131078)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Luumaki-Hotels.d6131078.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Taipalsaari Known for Shopping, Business and Family-friendly ](https://expedia.co.uk/Taipalsaari.dx6338305) Trip time! Discover the local cuisine and rowing in Taipalsaari. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Taipalsaari.dx6338305)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Taipalsaari-Hotels.d6338305.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Savitaipale ](https://expedia.co.uk/Savitaipale.dx3000040265) Check out the local area in Savitaipale as you venture to sights like Hakamaen Nature Reserve. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Savitaipale.dx3000040265)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Savitaipale-Hotels.d3000040265.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in South Karelia ![Lappeenranta port with boat at autumn day. Sights of Lappeenranta harbor and garden, beautiful fall tree yellow leaves amazing view. October autumn park foliage and lake fog scene, travel in Finland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2124/68ac8211-44c5-4ed8-8c6e-29af4848aa1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lappeenranta Lappeenranta, on the southern shore of Lake Saimaa and straddling two very different cultures, captivates visitors with its magnificent scenery. ![Imatra rapids during a low water flow in Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5272/1dbca896-64df-4de0-b4e5-8b8ed3287dd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Imatra For centuries, the luring and dammed Imatra Rapids are an impressive sight. Go and experience the spellbinding nature of South Karelia along the River Vuoksi. ![Church.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144949/8b8cf1bd-7086-4f2d-9db5-69a1920c5712.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ruokolahti Surrounded by lake and forest landscapes, the town of Ruokolahti has ancient rock paintings, military history and natural attractions on offer. ![Arial view of Taavetin linnoitus (David´s fortress) is a fortress built by the Russian Imperial Army in sunny spring weather, Luumäki, Finland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131078/f1c81036-fb37-4908-803b-4f0a4fda7d88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Luumaki Luumäki, in the region of South Karelia, is a naturally beautiful municipality known for its lively village activities and interesting military historical attractions. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in 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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