Finland

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Finland.

Discover Finland's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from taking a winter sleigh ride with Dasher and Dancer at Santa Claus Village, to enjoying a summer boat cruise by a sacred Sámi island, and relaxing in Helsinki's only original traditional public wood-fired sauna.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Finland travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Finland effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Helsinki
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Bonk to the Korouma Canyon
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Finland culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Helsinki; Turku, the South Coast & Åland Archipelago; Tampere, the Lakeland & Karelia; West Coast & Northern Ostrobothnia; Lapland

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Finland.