Title: Western Finland Travel Guide: Best of Western Finland, Finland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Western Finland](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Finland-Hotels.d6056246.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Western Finland](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Finland-Holiday-Rentals.d6056246.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Western Finland](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Western-Finland.d6056246.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Western Finland Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Western-Finland.d6056246.Car-Hire-Guide)[Western Finland Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Western-Finland.d6056246.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Western Finland Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Luosto featuring a river or creek, a sunset and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052870/40f6b822-3317-486e-98cb-3f7c83432189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Luosto featuring a river or creek, a sunset and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052870/40f6b822-3317-486e-98cb-3f7c83432189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pyha-Luosto National Park which includes forest scenes and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110096/98143959-860f-4a58-96df-dfe1a720ad5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kemi featuring cruising, snow and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1786/f971bc8b-d15d-44f3-85bf-826c1150478c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kemi showing cruising and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1786/49419d48-8322-471f-981a-e0f8a6aabe7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Western Finland Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6056246) ### Where to stay in Western Finland ![Turku Cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3463/48a76495-2b7b-476d-bec9-c296a733d3ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### City Center If you're spending some time in City Center, Paavo Nurmi Stadium and Turun Kauppahalli are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Turku-City-Center.dx923875716775501824) ![Panoramic cityscape with embankment and marina in Naantali town at sunny summer day. Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964998407/7ac38e61-e130-41b2-91a3-4f472506fa72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Turku Harbour While visiting Turku Harbour, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Turku and Tallink Silja Terminal. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Turku-Turku-Harbour.dx553248635964998407) ![Turku Ruissalo, Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060639/5556e5c6-3b8d-473e-9acc-892b89b91b86.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.co.uk/Turku-Ruissalo.dx6060639) ![Old houses of the Port Arthur district in Turku, Finland ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/953564385281232896/a2099220-e4f8-4b48-95ca-e5cd0d6dd1d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Port Arthur Though Port Arthur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paavo Nurmi Stadium and Forum Marinum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Turku-Port-Arthur.dx953564385281232896) ![May I introduce you Posankka “Pigduck”. Pigduck was born in 1999. Pigduck is hybridi of marzipan piglet and rubber duck.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3463/85326ea7-0fa2-4d3c-9219-d4d61fe0acb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nummi Nummi might not have many top sights, but Ett Hem Museum and Saint Henry's Way are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Turku-Nummi.dx923876417964564480) ![Hotelli Vanha Rauma](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9595/eff073fa-8daf-4ee9-b3f9-9bd01ae100fc.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.co.uk/Rauma-Old-Rauma.dx623288473325088768) - Top hotels in Western Finland - Top Holiday Rentals in Western Finland ![Arctic City Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83100/83016/4318455c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arctic City Hotel Pekankatu 9 Rovaniemi £87 3 Apr - 4 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Rovaniemi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Nice Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=04%2F04%2F2026&selected=83016&PinnedHotelID=83016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056246) ![Santa Claus Holiday Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4399800/4399778/24ffaba5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Santa Claus Holiday Village Tähtikuja 2 Rovaniemi £222 25 Mar - 26 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this ski aparthotel in Rovaniemi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,448 reviews) Room spotless and lovely, staff were amazing and there are plenty of amenities and thing's to do here at santaclaus Village. Very easy to get to from the airport and a bus stop that goes directly to the airport snd town center. Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=4399778&PinnedHotelID=4399778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056246) ![Lapland Hotels Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66860000/66854800/66854724/a39c3f6d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lapland Hotels Arena Ratapihankatu 54 Tampere £125 9 Apr - 10 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Tampere. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nokia Arena and Moomin Museum are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews) Staff at the retaurant and reception has limited skills and food os not good quality Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=66854724&PinnedHotelID=66854724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056246) [See all 2,065 properties in Western Finland](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6056246) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Santa Claus Holiday Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4399800/4399778/24ffaba5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Santa Claus Holiday Village Tähtikuja 2 Rovaniemi Stay at this ski aparthotel in Rovaniemi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,448 reviews) Room spotless and lovely, staff were amazing and there are plenty of amenities and thing's to do here at santaclaus Village. Very easy to get to from the airport and a bus stop that goes directly to the airport snd town center. Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi-Hotels-Santa-Claus-Holiday-Village.h4399778.Hotel-Information) ![Bob W Turku City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100587600/100587576/0796deab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bob W Turku City Centre 12 Eerikinkatu Turku Stay at this apartment in Turku. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Viking Line Terminal and Port of Turku are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (507 reviews) Love this hotel! Fantastic location, lovely room and a great stay from start to finish! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Western Finland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056246&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11)[10 Mar - 11 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056246&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056246&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12)[11 Mar - 12 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056246&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056246&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056246&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056246&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6056246&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Rovaniemi featuring a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6346376/a0cfd516-077b-47ff-b52b-90544f623fe3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Claus Village High spirits, warm hearts and a magical atmosphere – discover the magic and peace of Christmas in the Santa Claus Village all year round. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Claus-Village-Rovaniemi.d6346376.Attraction) ![We had a 10 day stay in Levi and it had got to day 8 without seeing the lights. We had just began to give up on the prospect of seeing them and thought we might as well go out for the second to last night. And there it was in all its glory. Words let alone photos can't show how beautiful this night really was. You have to go for yourself! #BvSApplication](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6124769/4d3c1f59-0473-4f02-8d25-bf897c868bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Levi Ski Resort 4.5/5(4 reviews) Hit the slopes in Sirkka with a visit to Levi Ski Resort. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Levi-Ski-Resort-Kittila.d6110100.Attraction) ![Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park featuring a house and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110104/b7dd92e3-146b-4851-ac3a-3bb98f924380.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park 4/5(1 review) Discover miles of hiking trails, colorful birdlife, a ski resort and quaint villages in this sprawling national park in northwest Finland. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pallas-Yllastunturi-National-Park-Lapland.d6110104.Attraction) ![The wolf 🐺 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6280404/3f39eadc-e53a-43f1-80c2-8cd237392b7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ranua Zoo Why not meet the animals who live at Ranua Zoo during your travels in Ranua? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ranua-Zoo-Ranua.d553248621533050476.Attraction) ![Lordi Square showing central business district, signage and shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110080/07f9f3aa-6ac8-4cb6-a418-c6a8977108b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lordi's Square 4/5(14 reviews) 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.co.uk/Lordis-Square-Rovaniemi.d6110080.Attraction) ![The irregular and stretching beach Kalajoen Hiekkasärkät in Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939591545/1e896f2f-18b2-43d9-833b-e266e63b9020.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kalajoen Hiekkasärkät If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Kalajoen Hiekkasärkät might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Kalajoki. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kalajoen-Hiekkasarkat-Kalajoki.d553248635939591545.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 £43 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £13 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/helsinki-skywheel-helsinki-entry-ticket.a48357942.activity-details) ![Picture 23 for Activity Helsinki And Porvoo Tour by Private Car with Personal Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48301709/bdf92f34-9658-44d0-8a66-255020808b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Helsinki And Porvoo Tour by Private Car with Personal Guide £74 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/helsinki-and-porvoo-tour-by-private-car-with-personal-guide.a48301709.activity-details) ![Helsinki English Speaking Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48965479/d7aecf36-5e45-499a-81bb-c3e02431bd36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour £17 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/epic-helsinki-english-speaking-walking-tour.a48965479.activity-details) ![Helsinki: Tram Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4538776/1707229a-018d-4bf0-ad25-76034489f33f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Helsinki: Tram Tour £52 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/helsinki-tram-tour.a4538776.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) £105 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tallinn-day-tour-from-helsinki-ferry-tickets-guiding-own-time.a2213369.activity-details) [See all activities in Western Finland](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Western-Finland.d6056246.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Western Finland ![Enontekio which includes a river or creek, landscape views and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1146/cf7c86e8-b720-4741-97b7-0a0262a34c35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Enontekio ![Kemi showing cruising and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1786/a770007e-9c54-4346-bf3f-3e74aa2e50ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kemi ![idyllic Baltic Sea panorama landscape with red cottages on the shoreline under a blue sky in autumn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2717/fcc272f3-1ff6-40fd-aafa-bce5818077ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oulu ![Panorama view of Yyteri beach in Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000040183/4c00c14c-aa9f-4cd7-9ade-1e27e40ca848.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pori - Cities near Western Finland - Places of interest [Enontekio](https://expedia.co.uk/Enontekio.dx1146)[Kemi](https://expedia.co.uk/Kemi.dx1786)[Oulu](https://expedia.co.uk/Oulu.dx2717)[Pori](https://expedia.co.uk/Pori.dx2853)[Rovaniemi](https://expedia.co.uk/Rovaniemi.dx3059)[Seinajoki](https://expedia.co.uk/Seinajoki.dx3181)[Sodankyla](https://expedia.co.uk/Sodankyla.dx3244)[Turku](https://expedia.co.uk/Turku.dx3463)[Tampere](https://expedia.co.uk/Tampere.dx3484)[Vaasa](https://expedia.co.uk/Vaasa.dx3673)[Ylivieska](https://expedia.co.uk/Ylivieska.dx3994)[Naantali](https://expedia.co.uk/Naantali.dx4222)[Tornio](https://expedia.co.uk/Tornio.dx4234)[Uusikaupunki](https://expedia.co.uk/Uusikaupunki.dx4235)[Pargas](https://expedia.co.uk/Pargas.dx4236)[Kautokeino](https://expedia.co.uk/Kautokeino.dx4439)[Kemijarvi](https://expedia.co.uk/Kemijarvi.dx5274)[Kaarina](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaarina.dx6087)[Kauhava](https://expedia.co.uk/Kauhava.dx8234)[Rauma](https://expedia.co.uk/Rauma.dx9595)[Forssa](https://expedia.co.uk/Forssa.dx177985)[Brando](https://expedia.co.uk/Brando.dx178659)[Keuruu](https://expedia.co.uk/Keuruu.dx181018)[Sirkka](https://expedia.co.uk/Sirkka.dx181019)[Kankaanpaa](https://expedia.co.uk/Kankaanpaa.dx500366) - [Santa Claus Village ](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Claus-Village-Rovaniemi.d6346376.Attraction) - [Levi Ski Resort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Levi-Ski-Resort-Kittila.d6110100.Attraction) - [Viking Line Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Viking-Line-Terminal-Turku-Harbour.d553248621563233648.Attraction) - [Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pallas-Yllastunturi-National-Park-Lapland.d6110104.Attraction) - [Ranua Zoo ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ranua-Zoo-Ranua.d553248621533050476.Attraction) - [Lordi's Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lordis-Square-Rovaniemi.d6110080.Attraction) - [SantaPark ](https://expedia.co.uk/SantaPark-Rovaniemi.d553248621561214622.Attraction) - [Ounasvaara ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ounasvaara-Rovaniemi.d553248621561214624.Attraction) - [Moominworld ](https://expedia.co.uk/Moominworld-Naantali.d6109948.Attraction) - [Arktikum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arktikum-Rovaniemi.d6110078.Attraction) - [Crazy Reindeer Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/Crazy-Reindeer-Arena-Kittila.d553248621563234003.Attraction) - 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