Eastern Finland
Travel Guide





Visit Eastern Finland
Where to stay in Eastern Finland

Downtown Kuopio
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Downtown Kuopio. You might want to make time for a stop at Kuopio Market or Museum of Kuopio.

Paloinen
Though Paloinen might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Brewery Museum and Iisalmi New Church.

Lapland Hotels Kuopio
"Clean room, staff"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

GreenStar Hotel Joensuu

Break Sokos Hotel Bomba
"Karelian Village is a unique place to stay, very quiet"
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel
"Clean, quiet, well equipped kitchen, washer in the room I selected. Attentive staff, great breakfast, they even made me breakfast the night before an early departure. Walkable from train station, downtown location for shopping and dining. Along river for walks and or cycling excursions. Highly ..."
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Pistohiekka Resort

Forenom Aparthotel Varkaus
"All is good bit the drive is not working!! Can not cook breakfast"
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2023
Popular places to visit

Olavinlinna Castle
After visiting Olavinlinna Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Savonlinna. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Punkaharju Ridge
You can take time to visit Punkaharju Ridge during your travels to Punkaharju. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Valmo Monastery
Valmo Monastery is just one of the places to see in Uusi-Valamo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
Ukko-Koli
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ukko-Koli during your travels in Ylä-Koli. Wander the marina or discover the area's mountain views.
Lintulan Pyhän Kolminaisuuden Luostari
Lintulan Pyhän Kolminaisuuden Luostari is just one of the places to see in Heinävesi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Lusto Finnish Forest Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lusto Finnish Forest Museum during your travels in Punkaharju. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
- Olavinlinna Castle
- Koli National Park
- Valmo Monastery
- Linnansaari National Park
- Lintulan Pyhän Kolminaisuuden Luostari
- Lusto Finnish Forest Museum
- Matkus Shopping Center
- Kenkavero Vicarage
- Savonlinna Market Square
- Punkaharju Ridge
- University of Joensuu
- Tahko Golf Club
- Patvinsuo National Park
- Kerigolf
- Lake Pielinen
- Kerimäki Church
- Museum of Kuopio
- Lietvesi Scenic Road
- Oravi Harbor
- Puijo Tower
- Kartano Golf Club




