Finland, not an actual Scandinavian country, shares many of its beauties and specialties similar to it. It is a land of treasure hunting for tourists with infinite hidden secrets. Finland is one of those mysterious places which still needs to discover more and more every day. From its picturesque landscapes to snowy mountains, unspoiled natural scenes, amusing snow parks, and many more enigmas, Finland is ever ready to surprise every age group, visitor. 

Finland officially is the Republic of Finland and a Nordic country in northern Europe. Starting from the capital city Helsinki to Archipelago Aland, mesmerizing Northern lights, and finally, the coldest place Kemi, the journey to Finland will always be the one to cherish by every travel lover. It is a never-ending trip full of adventures and wonders of the Finnish culture, which leaves everyone with tons of memories to come back again and again!

Some Important documents the tourists must submit for their journey to Finland are listed below:

• Flight Itinerary for Travel proof,
• Hotel booking confirmation for accommodation proof, and
• Travel insurance documents.

Finland’s top 10 best traveller targets that to be covered in every tourist’s itinerary are as follows;

1. Helsinki
2. Turku
3. Levi
4. Porvoo
5. Aland Archipelago
6. Tampere
7. Northern Lights
8. Savonlinna
9. Santa Claus Village
10. Kemi

1. Helsinki:

This lovely city is the Capital of Finland and the hottest spot for tourist destinations. Helsinki is majorly famous for its numerous excellent art galleries; many engaging museums, with the most visited one being the National Finland Museum depicting the glorious history of the Finnish Land. The most happening city of Finland, located on the Gulf of Finland, resembling St. Petersburg, the style of Russian city’s 1812. The famous tourist spots in Helsinki are the three significant churches including, the Lutheran Cathedral, The Uspenski Cathedral, and the Church in the Rock. This city owns one of the world’s highest standards of living: along with lush green landscapes, modern buildings, a bustling city spirit. Above all these, there is a ferry ride adventure to Helsinki’s Market Square to appreciate some Finnish Fare for a fun-filled and happening family tour.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Crowne Plaza Helsinki – Hesperia, an IHG Hotel,
2. Holiday Inn Helsinki – Expo, an IHG Hotel,
3. Holiday Inn Helsinki City Centre, an IHG Hotel,
4. Clarion Hotel Helsinki,
5. CheapSleep Hostel Helsinki,
6. Hotel Finn,
7. Holiday Inn Helsinki – Expo, an IHG Hotel,
8. Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel, Helsinki,
9. Hotel Indigo Helsinki – Boulevard, an IHG Hotel,
10. Radisson Blu Aleksanteri Hotel.

Shopping:

1. Kamppi Helsinki
2. Kämp Galleria
3. Forum
4. Kluuvi Shopping Centre
5. Kankurin Tupa
6. Stockmann Ajo
7. Temporary Market Hall
8. Ruoholahti Shopping Centre
9. Itis
10. Mall of Tripla

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2. Turku:

Turku, formerly the capital of southernmost Finland, is now a city and home to numerous authentic charms and boundless aesthetic memorials. Turku is situated at the mouth of the river Aura in the southwestern corner of Finland, has always been the best place for a family vacation. The twin museums in Turku called the Aboa Vetus and Ars Nova and the neighbourhood of Luostarinmaki some of the few relics that endured the initial fire in the city in the 19th century. This medieval town boasts many favourite tourists spots like; trending shopping points, beautiful churches, charming Swedish theatre, markets, and quirky riverside restaurants. It had also been the European Capital of Culture in 2011, maintaining the only specialized museum of music, ‘The Sibelius Museum’ in Finland.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Gasthaus Henri Ky
2. Scandic Atrium
3. Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Turku
4. s/s Borea
5. Hotel Kakola
6. Naantali Spa Hotel & Resort
7. Hostel Linnasmäki
8. Holiday Club Caribia
9. Solo Sokos Hotel Turun Seurahuone
10. Scandic Atrium

Shopping:

1. Hansakortteli
2. Turun Hansakortteli Oy
3. Shopping center Skanssi
4. Köpcentret Länsi 1
5. Kivikukkaro
6. Wiklund Center
7. Moomin Shop Hansa
8. Forum Kortteli
9. Element Wear
10. Cubus

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3. Levi:

A nature lover’s dream destination in Finland is Levi, covered in snow, which is a beautiful place for everyone to visit once in their lifetime. Located in the Finnish Lapland at 170 km to the north Arctic Circle with sub-zero temperatures’ this is the best place for snow escapades of skiing, hiking. Levi, covered in ice, is the largest ski resort in Finland; that has everything to offer from beginners to experts. The adventuresome activities for tourists in these snowboard tracks filled with miles of the ski area; the ice fishing expeditions, Bold Reindeer safaris, giant outdoor saunas, and many other unique snowy fun for every age group. 

Accommodation and Food:

1. Lapland Hotels Sirkantähti
2. Levi Hotel Spa
3. Levin Alppitalot / Levi Alpine Chalets
4. Hullu Poro (Hotel Crazy Reindeer)
5. Golden Crown Iglu
6. Aurora Pyramid Glass Igloos
7. Hotel Levi Panorama
8. Break Sokos Hotel Levi
9. Levi Spirit
10. Design Hotel Levi

Shopping:

1. Zero Point Brand Store
2. Levi
3. S-market Levi
4. hálo flagship store
5. Intersport Levi Shop and Rental
6. Stadium Ski Levi
7. Levi ProShop
8. Wood Jewel Design Kauko Raatiniemi Ky
9. Elan Ski Shop Ltd
10. Alko Kittilä Levi

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4. Porvoo:

The second-oldest town in Finland with a history dating back to 600 years old during the medieval period. By visiting the 11th century-old Porvoo, tourists will get glimpses of the heritage town of cobblestone streets with picturesque wooden houses. An iconic way to explore this enigmatic beauty is by walking down the cobbled streets discovering the glorious history of Porvoo also indulging in the local tasty candies and pastry delicacies that offer treats to children. The pure soul of this city lies in the 11th Century Cathedral; witnessing the ethereal history of Porvoo magnificently portrayed in the artworks gives a lovely delight to the eyes of tourists to keep them engaged. 

Accommodation and Food:

1. Porvoo Hostel
2. Hotel Sparre
3. Hotel Haikko Manor
4. Sikosaaren Aitta
5. Budget Hotel Easystay
6. Villa Molnby
7. RUNO Hotel Porvoo
8. Hotelli Seurahovi
9. Villa Tuomiranta
10. Motelli On Line

Shopping:

1. Kauppakeskus Lundi
2. Gammelbackan palvelukeskus
3. Sokos Porvoo
4. Brunberg-myymälä Vanha Porvoo
5. Fantasia Arts&Crafts
6. Suslu
7. UFF Kierrätyspiste
8. PENTIK Porvoo
9. VAJA Finland
10. Brunberg Factory Shop

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5. Aland Archipelago:

Aland, located at the entrance of the Gulf of Bothnia in the Baltic Sea belonging to Finland, is an archipelago i.e, a group of islands. Mostly; known to be a nature lover’s place of rescue to dive into the exotic Finnish Culture, Aland Archipelago, popularly called the heart of the Baltic Sea, possessing both the Swedish and Finnish Cultures. Aland is a land full of surprises for everyone, most people speaking in Swedish, visiting in the shuttle ferries relishing the pleasant spectaculars of the Ships. The delightful tourist attractions of these islands include the glorious maritime museum of ships called the Pommern, the Kastelholm castle of the 14th century, and the miles of excellent tracks for hiking. One of the top-most tourist destinations in Aland Archipelago is the unique open-air museum.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Klobbars Gästhem & Stugor
2. Hotel Svala
3. Svinö Camping Lodge
4. Bomans Gästhem
5. Antons Gästhem öppet bolag
6. Kumlinge stugor
7. Sandösunds Camping
8. Gästhem Enigheten
9. Isakssons Stugby
10. Herrö cottages

Shopping:

1. Maxinge Center
2. Zeipels
3. Sittkoff Gallerian
4. Godby Center
5. Salt
6. Läderbiten på Åland Ab
7. Eurosko
8. Alandia Birds innehavare Synnöve Nordström
9. Herroskatan
10. Emmaus Åland

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6. Tampere:

Tampere, the third-largest city in Finland, is a beautiful town dwelled between the two gorgeous rivers Pyhajarvi and Nasijarvi. It is one of the most elegant places that is vibrantly alive throughout the winter for tourists to undergo all the thrilling activities and artworks of Finland. Tampere has so much to offer for arts and history lovers by the Amazing Natural Museum of Vapirikki with the well-known Hockey Hall of Finnish. Other tourist attractions include skiing, hockey, and some hangout roams like party hubs, Duck Park, and the charming Hatanpaa Arboretum. Tampere proves to be the best place for family tourism; it has famous Sarkanniemi Park featuring an aquarium, a zoo for kids, a planetarium, an art museum, and last but not least; an ultimate observation tower to relish the jaw-dropping views of forests and lakes. 

Accommodation and Food:

1. Holiday Inn Tampere – Central Station, an IHG Hotel
2. Hotel Citi Inn
3. Hotel Torni Tampere
4. Dream Hostel & Hotel
5. Lapland Hotels Tampere
6. Courtyard by Marriott Tampere City
7. Holiday Club Tampere Spa
8. Omena Hotel Tampere
9. Radisson Blu Grand Hotel Tammer
10. Hotelli Ville

Shopping:

1. Koskikeskus
2. Stable Yards, Tampere
3. Kauppakeskus Ratina
4. Tullintori Shopping Centre
5. Lielahtikeskus
6. Monki
7. Marimekko
8. Little boutiques – Hand Made Tampere
9. Finlayson
10. Shopping Center Westeri

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7. Northern Lights:

The most romantic place in Finland for an out-of-the-world experience for every couple is the Northern Lights. This Masterpiece of nature is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that is solely manifest between September and March. The most reliable place to enjoy this mystical phenomenon is the high altitudes in the north and near the horizons of the Arctic Circle, also in the Finnish Lapland. The blazing glory of this natural spectacle always paves the way for tremendous tourists that offers the quivering chromas of yellow, red, blue, green, and purple utterly dancing in the sky, which takes everyone to a trance. These Northern Lights have vivid names like Aurora, Aurora Borealis, and even polar lights give a surreal and breath-taking experience on every starry winter night that is easily visible by the hotels in the north of Finland.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Lapland Hotels Sirkantähti
2. Levi Hotel Spa
3. Northern Lights
4. Levin Alppitalot / Levi Alpine Chalets
5. Hullu Poro (Hotel Crazy Reindeer)
6. Hotel Levi Panorama
7. Break Sokos Hotel Levi
8. Kelorakka Apartments
9. Aurora Pyramid Glass Igloos
10. Lapland Hotels Sirkantähti

Shopping:

1. Kakslauttanen Art Gallery & Design Shop
2. Shopping Centre Revontuli
3. Itis
4. Forum
5. Rinteenkulma
6. Marttiini Factory Store
7. Hippupuoti Oy
8. Ideapark
9. Christmas House Shopping
10. Sokos Department store, Helsinki

Best time to Visit: October to March

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8. Savonlinna:

The best place for sightseeing in the whole of Finland is the Savonlinna. Located between the islands in the heart of Lake Saimaa to the southeast of Finland is home to the famous Olavinlinna Castle. Savonlinna is growing as a favourite place for tourists due to the vivid attractions of open-air theatres, art galleries, underground caves, museums, and a lot to explore. The major tourist attractions of Savonlinna are the most refreshing and sensual carnivals of ballet dance, and enchanting opera gala led regularly. The additional worth-hitting spots of Finland in Savonlinna are the Orthodox Museum, the Savonlinna Provincial Museum, and the world’s largest wooden church of Kerimaki.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Kesähotelli Villa Aria
2. Spahotel Casino
3. Punkaharju Resort
4. Hotel Punkaharju
5. Resort Hotel Norppa
6. Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone, Nyslott
7. Spahotel Casino
8. Old Pharmacy inn
9. Kruunupuisto
10. Savonlinna Rentals

Shopping:

1. Merkkioutlet Savonlinna
2. Macsonald
3. KRISTALLI Shopping
4. Sokos
5. Taito Shop Savonlinna
6. Dressmann Savonlinna
7. Saimatalon Kauppa
8. Savonlinnan Kauppalinna
9. Ateljee Kaisa Turtiainen
10. S-market Savonlinna

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9. Santa Claus Village:

Located in the beautiful Rovaniemi, the capital city of the charming Finnish Lapland, a must-included place in every tourist’s Finland Itinerary. The most happening tourist attraction in Rovaniemi, the Santa Claus Village, is a lovely amusement park with fun-filled themes. An adventurous gateway for kids, adults, old age, and every age group is this ultimate snow-covered heaven-like place that looks similar to Disney land. It always keeps engaging with its charming ice restaurants, hotels of Igloo, reindeer and husky sleigh rides, excursions, and safaris, and Santa-themed amusement parks are a treat to every visitor. 

Accommodation and Food:

1. LAURI käsityötuotteet | kokous- ja juhlatila | majoitus
2. Santasport
3. Santa Claus Holiday Village
4. Santa’s Igloos Arctic Circle
5. Snowman World
6. Nova Skyland Hotel
7. Glass Resort
8. Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
9. Villa Virpi
10. LAPLAND HOTELS OUNASVAARA CHALETS

Shopping:

1. Santa Claus
2. Marimekko Napapiiri
3. Maahispaja /Maahisenkolo
4. Marttiini Oy
5. Santas Topshop
6. Poronpulkka
7. Iittala Outlet Napapiiri
8. Sága Gifts Ky
9. Sampokeskus
10. Napapiirin Lahja Oy

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10. Kemi:

Kemi, established on the Bothnia Bay belonging to Lapland, is the industrially toured area of Finland due to its well-developing pulp mills. The only iconic reason to visit Kemi is to witness the bizarre and world’s largest Castle made with snow, known as the Crown of Finland. This Castle safeguards many relics from; the models of the Imperial State Crown of Great Britain, the diamond necklace of Marie Antoinette, to the Orbs of Denmark and the sceptre of Czar of Russia. This Castle is best-suited for wedding venues and live concerts. Tourists have the golden opportunity to stay overnight in this snow hotel relishing the best nightlife of Kemi under the ice with incredible views of Arctic icebergs.

Accommodation and Food:

1. HOTELLI TOIVOLA
2. Hotel Yöpuu
3. Seaside Glass Villas
4. The SnowCastle of Kemi
5. PutiikkiHotelli Kemi 1932
6. Aurora Motel
7. Scandic Kemi
8. Hostel Villa Kemi
9. SnowHotel
10. Hotel Merihovi

Shopping:

1. Köpcentrum Corona
2. Subway Clothing
3. Tex Kemi
4. Intersport Kemi
5. The Department Store City-Corner
6. Euronics Kemi
7. Filmikulma Ky
8. Erotic Business Kemi Vanilla Sky, sex shop, erotic shop
9. Lidl
10. S-market Kemi