Eastern Finland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Koli
Koli
Une ile Une plage Une piscine Une scène Au milieu d’une rivière Joensuu (Finland)
On our way to the first campsite in linnansari national park
Stopped on my drive home from a weekend trip and spotted this pier leading to the lake. At this point it was already snowing pretty hard and there was a crispness in the air to give a hint of the upcoming winter months.

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Kuopio City Hall on the Market Square in winter, Finland

Downtown Kuopio

4/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Downtown Kuopio. You might want to make time for a stop at Kuopio Market or Museum of Kuopio.

Downtown Kuopio
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Paloinen

While there might not be top attractions in Paloinen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pöllösenlahti and Iisalmi Museum of Natural Science.

Paloinen
GreenStar Hotel Joensuu

GreenStar Hotel Joensuu

3 out of 5
Torikatu 16 Joensuu
The price is 1.806.092 ₫ per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
1.806.092 ₫
2.049.914 ₫ total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Joensuu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Carelicum and Taitokortteli are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
The room was very clean and excellent. The staff was very kind. Thanks for the common kitchen on the floor.

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

GreenStar Hotel Joensuu
Lapland Hotels Kuopio

Lapland Hotels Kuopio

3.5 out of 5
Puijonkatu 32 Kuopio
Stay at this hotel in Kuopio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Kuopio Market and Kuopion Taidemuseo are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (949 reviews)
Great restaurant. Across the street from the train station.

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

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Lapland Hotels Kuopio
Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel

4 out of 5
Itäranta 1 Joensuu
The price is 3.591.433 ₫ per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
3.591.433 ₫
4.076.276 ₫ total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Joensuu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Ilosaaren uimaranta and Joensuun Karting Center ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (498 reviews)
Nice hotel near market square and railway station.

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel
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Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel

Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel

26 Rantakatu Joensuu
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Joensuu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Popular attractions Town Hall and Taitokortteli are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
Clean, quiet, well equipped kitchen, washer in the room I selected. Attentive staff, great breakfast, they even made me breakfast the night before an early departure. Walkable from train station, downtown location for shopping and dining. Along river for walks and or cycling excursions. Highly ...

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel
Tahko-Tours

Tahko-Tours

3.5 out of 5
Hirsivalkamantie 1 Kuopio Pohjois-Savo
Stay at this 3.5-star beach villa in Kuopio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Tahko Ski Resort and Tahko Golf Club are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (33 reviews)
Siisti huoneisto, hyvä sijainti.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Tahko-Tours
Apartments Tahko

Apartments Tahko

3.5 out of 5
2 Tahkonkuja Kuopio
Stay at this apartment in Kuopio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Tahko Golf Club and Tahko Ski Resort are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Loistava sijainti,todella hyvä palvelu kun varmisteltiin lakanoita ja loppusiivousta. Erinomainen kylppäri. Todella hyvä kohde.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025

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Popular places to visit

FINLAND: View of the Olavinlinna castle, in Savonlinna, Finland. It is a 15th-century three-tower castle

Olavinlinna Castle

After visiting Olavinlinna Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Savonlinna. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Olavinlinna Castle
Stopped on my drive home from a weekend trip and spotted this pier leading to the lake. At this point it was already snowing pretty hard and there was a crispness in the air to give a hint of the upcoming winter months.

Punkaharju Ridge

You can take time to visit Punkaharju Ridge during your travels to Punkaharju. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Punkaharju Ridge

Valmo Monastery

Learn about the local history of Uusi-Valamo when you spend time at Valmo Monastery. Discover the area's art scene and temples.

Valmo Monastery

Tahko Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Nilsia with a visit to Tahko Ski Resort. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Tahko Ski Resort

Ukko-Koli

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ukko-Koli during your travels in Ylä-Koli. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.

Ukko-Koli

University of Eastern Finland

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Eastern Finland during your travels in Kuopio. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

University of Eastern Finland