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Finland in winter means husky trails and northern lights around Rovaniemi, while summer brings the midnight sun, lakeside saunas and ferries to Helsinki's islands.
Finland is a country of forests and some 188,000 lakes, and Lapland in the north feels far removed from city life. In Rovaniemi, on the Arctic Circle, you can ride a husky sled through snowy forest, visit a reindeer farm and head out after dark in search of the aurora. Nearby, Ranua Wildlife Park is home to polar bears and other Arctic animals, and from Kemi an icebreaker cruise takes you into the frozen Gulf of Bothnia. Helsinki adds design shops and the island fortress of Suomenlinna.
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Best time to visit
Snow and northern lights: December to March
Midnight sun and lakes: June to August
Autumn colours in Lapland: September
Destination highlights
In Rovaniemi, take a husky sled through the forest, visit a reindeer farm and spend an evening on an aurora photography tour. Ranua Wildlife Park makes a good family day out, while the Sampo icebreaker from Kemi lets you float in a survival suit among the sea ice. In summer, hike in Oulanka National Park, dig for amethyst near Luosto and take a ferry to Suomenlinna. End the day in a wood-fired sauna, a tradition UNESCO recognised in 2020.
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Frequently asked questions about Finland
For snow, husky rides and the best chance of seeing the northern lights, visit Lapland between December and March. From June to August, the midnight sun lights up the north and the lakes are warm enough for a swim after the sauna. September brings autumn colours, known as ruska, and the first auroras, while Helsinki is at its best in summer.
Finnish and Swedish are both official languages, and several Sámi languages are spoken in the far north. English is widely spoken across the country, particularly by younger people and anyone working in tourism. Kiitos (thank you) is a useful word to learn.
No. British citizens can visit Finland visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Your passport must have been issued less than 10 years before you arrive and be valid for at least three months after the day you plan to leave. Check the latest entry requirements before you travel.
Finland uses the euro (EUR). Cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere, including in Lapland's cafés, taxis and activity companies, so you'll need very little cash. Cash machines are available in towns and at airports.
Finland is in northern Europe, bordered by Sweden, Norway and Russia, with the Baltic Sea to the south and west. Helsinki, the capital, is on the south coast. Lapland covers the north of the country, and Rovaniemi, its main town, has its own airport with flights from Helsinki.
Finland is a very safe country with low crime. In winter the main risks come from the cold, so dress in layers, follow your guide's advice on snow and ice, and take care on icy pavements. Check the latest FCDO travel advice before you travel.
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