Eastern Finland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Eastern Finland
Where to stay in Eastern Finland

Downtown Kuopio
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.

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.

GreenStar Hotel Joensuu
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

Lapland Hotels Kuopio
Great restaurant. Across the street from the train station.
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel
Nice hotel near market square and railway station.
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel
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

Tahko-Tours
Siisti huoneisto, hyvä sijainti.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Apartments Tahko
Loistava sijainti,todella hyvä palvelu kun varmisteltiin lakanoita ja loppusiivousta. Erinomainen kylppäri. Todella hyvä kohde.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025
Popular places to visit

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Olavinlinna Castle
- Koli National Park
- University of Eastern Finland
- Matkus Shopping Center
- Linnansaari National Park
- Lintulan Pyhän Kolminaisuuden Luostari
- Mikkeli Cathedral
- Kenkavero Vicarage
- Patvinsuo National Park
- Lusto Finnish Forest Museum
- Kerigolf
- Punkaharju Ridge
- Joensuu Taidemuseo
- Kuopio City Theater
- Museum of Kuopio
- Joensuu Art Museum
- Lake Pielinen
- Koli Nature Centre Ukko
