Finland is a Nordic nation of thousands of lakes and forests, often ranked as the happiest country in the world.

Did you know the Finnish tradition of "sisu" describes an almost stubborn resilience and determination that defines the national character and mindset?

Explore 10 cities and find local places in Finland.

Interesting cities in Finland

Pick a city to see what is worth visiting, what is new, and where locals eat, stay and go out.

Helsinki

Helsinki is the Design Capital of the World, a city of extraordinary architecture from the Cathedral to the...

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi is the Official Hometown of Santa Claus on the Arctic Circle, gateway to Lapland and prime Northe...

Turku

Turku is Finland's oldest city and former capital, with a magnificent medieval castle, Finland's oldest cat...

Tampere

Tampere is the Manchester of Finland, a dynamic industrial city reborn as a cultural hub between two lakes...

Oulu

Oulu is Finland's tech capital and a vibrant Arctic university city, a champion of smart city innovation wi...

Savonlinna

Savonlinna is a beautiful lake district city dominated by a perfectly preserved medieval Olavinlinna castle...

Lahti

Lahti is an energetic sports city at the southern end of the Finnish Lake District, regularly hosting World...

Kuopio

Kuopio is the capital of the Lake Saimaa region, famous for its Puijo Tower views, traditional fish pies, a...

Jyväskylä

Jyväskylä is the city of Alvar Aalto, with more buildings by Finland's greatest architect than anywhere els...

Vaasa

Vaasa is a bilingual west coast city with Scandinavia's largest archipelago on its doorstep and the remarka...

Find locals in Finland

Find local restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shops, activities and services in Finland, added by the businesses themselves.