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Finland is a land of ski resorts, spellbinding nature and striking landmarks. If you're drawn to an active holiday, time spent close to nature and broadening your horizons, it's the perfect choice.
Climate in Finland
Summer is the warmest time of year in Finland. Daytime temperatures reach around 21°C, dropping to about 10°C at night. Winters are frosty across the whole country, with average temperatures around -20°C. August is the wettest month.
Finland's Main Resorts
Holidays here come in as much variety as the country itself. Below is a look at a few of the most popular cities, each with something to leave you impressed. Top of the list is Helsinki, the capital of the Republic of Finland. Under its old name, Helsingfors — used up until 1926 — the city built up a wealth of picturesque spots and handsome architecture. City tours are arranged so that even a short visit takes in all the main sights:
- Senate Square, home to Helsinki Cathedral, the seat of the Evangelical Lutheran Church;
- Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral;
- Trinity Church;
- Korkeasaari Zoo, one of the largest zoos in the world;
- Seurasaari, the open-air museum island.
Tampere is Finland's second most important city after Helsinki. Finding a museum here is no challenge at all — there are around 20 of them, covering everything from Lenin to the Moomins to espionage to policing. The must-visit spot is Pyynikki Park, where a rotating summer theatre lets visitors take in the view as it turns. Also worth a stop are the Näsinneula observation tower, Näsilinna Palace and the city hall.
Naantali is the best choice for a family holiday, with something to delight children and adults alike in its Pirate Island and Moomin World. You can also visit:
- Kultaranta Park;
- Scandinavia's largest spa, the Naantali Spa Hotel;
- The President's residence.
Good to Know Before You Go
- Entry requirements depend on your nationality — most non-EU visitors will need a Schengen visa, and your travel agency can usually arrange it for you.
- English is widely spoken and will get you by everywhere, though thanks to the large number of Russian visitors, many Finns also speak Russian.
- Finland takes the environment seriously, and most locals get around by bicycle. Everything you need is in place — cycle lanes, parking and rental options for visitors. Just remember, helmets are compulsory when cycling.
- The official currency is the euro.
- Many museums have special free-entry days — check the website of the museum you're planning to visit for details.
- Visiting Finland without trying a proper sauna would be a missed opportunity. Just make sure you have no health conditions that would rule it out first.
