Finland · MUSEUMS
The good ones sell out weeks ahead and the best go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each one includes and where they differ.
Review of Rovaniemi’s Arktikum museum, with Arctic science, Sámi culture, Northern Lights, practical tips, price value, and family advice.
“Would definitely recommend. Also great for families with small children (interactive games, lots of stuff with buttons, touch screens, even an igloo for dis/assembly), informative for adults, with great architecture and attractive pictures.”
Review of Rovaniemi’s Santa Claus Village, husky and reindeer rides, Ounasvaara views, and Arktikum Museum, with practical booking advice.
“Overpriced and too long. We spent way too long in the village and did not have time to do the walk in the forest (up the hill with views). The actual Reindeer and Husky experience were great, however Santa Claus Village was okay for an hour, Read more”
Explore Suomenlinna Museum’s fortress history, watch a 25-minute film, and enjoy a flexible one-day visit near Helsinki.
Explore Finland’s Serlachius museums for national art, paper-industry history, striking architecture, gardens, and excellent cuisine.
“Visited today both Gösta/ Kartano and Pääkonttori museums. Amazing views! Special thanks for our great guides Tarja Viitanen and Mira Anttila who made the visit even more enjoyable🥰”
Review of Siida in Inari, a $20 ticket covering Sámi culture, Arctic nature, indoor exhibitions, and an open-air museum.
“It is really nice how the Sámi culture and the surrounding nature is presented and explained there.”
Review of the six-hour Sámi Village and Siida Museum tour from Saariselkä, with Arctic scenery, lunch, winter gear, and practical booking advice.
“We had an excellent guide who was extremely knowledgeable. She was very flexible and ensured we had a wonderful time. Learning about the Sami people and their way of life was really interesting. The day was very relaxed and enjoyable.”
Review of Inari’s Sami museum, reindeer farm, and fireside lunch, with practical advice on price, timing, weather, and what to expect.
“Perfect mix of sami museum with great amount of interesting information and Reindeers farm run by family for years.”
Review of Levi’s private SnowVillage ice tour, with private pickup, ice art, bar, movie theater, guide details, pricing, and practical tips.
“An amazing structure! Our guide, Eemil, gave us a great overview of the annual build process, then walked us through the ice castle describing each themed room in detail.”
Pick a fell, a dog team or a hole in the ice.
