Title: Visit Eastern Finland: Best of Eastern Finland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Eastern Finland](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Finland-Hotels.d6232706.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Eastern Finland](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Finland-Vacation-Rentals.d6232706.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Eastern Finland](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Eastern-Finland.d6232706.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Eastern Finland](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Eastern-Finland.d6232706.Car-Rental-Guide)[Eastern Finland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Finland.d6232706.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Eastern Finland ## Travel Guide ![Eastern Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4230/666b60ec-12c3-4087-94a1-6bf5ffd29324.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eastern Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1717/54b5355b-5f4f-41e4-9bb1-d6f10028feb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eastern Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141150/ed1e442b-e010-410a-a804-c8baa03d60be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eastern Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500388/037ecfdd-78db-450b-8c9d-4c30616ccb42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eastern Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1717/e02ccfbd-1a2c-45bd-a9ec-3c5c7c168e89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Eastern Finland Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Eastern Finland ![Kuopio City Hall on the Market Square in winter, Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532523171/2f3660d4-0aff-4f50-894a-a0ba89c5aca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Kuopio 5/5(1 area review) You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Downtown Kuopio. You might want to make time for a stop at Museum of Kuopio or Pikku-Pietarin Torikuja. [](https://expedia.com/Kuopio-Downtown-Kuopio.dx553248627443958521) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Paloinen Though Paloinen might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Iisalmi Museum of Natural Science and Iisalmi New Church. 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(989 reviews) Great breakfast Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F9%2F2026&endDate=4%2F10%2F2026&selected=33778051&PinnedHotelID=33778051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232706) ![GreenStar Hotel Joensuu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8400000/8397900/8397871/2206c448_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### GreenStar Hotel Joensuu Torikatu 16 Joensuu $69 nightly $78 total Apr 11 - Apr 12 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Joensuu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Carelicum and Taitokortteli are located ... 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Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F9%2F2026&endDate=4%2F10%2F2026&selected=4124455&PinnedHotelID=4124455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232706) [See all 837 properties in Eastern Finland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=4%2F7%2F2026&endDate=4%2F8%2F2026®ionId=6232706) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48290000/48283700/48283618/107aa1e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel 26 Rantakatu Joensuu Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Joensuu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Popular attractions Town Hall and Taitokortteli ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.com/Joensuu-Hotels-Lietsu-Boutique-Aparthotel.h48283618.Hotel-Information) ![Apartments Huili](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21470000/21460800/21460756/4b7543ed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartments Huili Sääskiniementie 434 Kuopio Stay at this apartment in Kuopio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Tahko Ski Resort and Tahko Golf Club are located nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Kuopio-Hotels-Apartments-Huili.h21460756.Hotel-Information) ![Pistohiekka Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113850000/113843400/113843346/5889149e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pistohiekka Resort 1660 Lietvedentie Puumala Etelä-Savo Stay at this cabin in Puumala. Enjoy free parking and climate control. Popular attractions Lietvesi Scenic Road and Sahanlahti are located nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Puumala-Hotels-Pistohiekka-Resort.h113843346.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Eastern Finland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6232706&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Eastern Finland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07)[Apr 6 - Apr 7](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08)[Apr 7 - Apr 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026)[Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=4%2F17%2F2026&endDate=4%2F19%2F2026)[Apr 17 - Apr 19](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=4%2F17%2F2026&endDate=4%2F19%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![FINLAND: View of the Olavinlinna castle, in Savonlinna, Finland. It is a 15th-century three-tower castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110040/70e8b774-24eb-41b2-a985-f1a802cc8d7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Olavinlinna Castle 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Olavinlinna-Castle-Savonlinna.d6110040.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kuopio City Hall on the Market Square in winter, Finland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532523171/2f3660d4-0aff-4f50-894a-a0ba89c5aca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museum of Kuopio You can study the exhibits at Museum of Kuopio, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Kuopio. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Kuopio-Downtown-Kuopio.d553248621532523171.Vacation-Attraction) #### Valmo Monastery Learn about the local history of Uusi-Valamo when you spend time at Valmo Monastery. Discover the area's art scene and temples. [](https://expedia.com/Valmo-Monastery-Heinavesi.d6110076.Vacation-Attraction) #### University of Eastern Finland 3/5(1 review) Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Eastern Finland, during your travels in Kuopio. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Eastern-Finland-Kuopio.d6110068.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ukko-Koli-Lieksa.d553248635939590974.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tahko Ski Resort Hit the slopes in Nilsia with a visit to Tahko Ski Resort. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Tahko-Ski-Resort-Kuopio.d6333681.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Eastern Finland ![Aerial view of Joensuu Church. Autumn cityscape at sunset.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1717/c0e4176f-2510-4f91-8f50-3c6735f838fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Joensuu ![Aerial view of the snow-dusted Kajaani Castle ruins embraced by dark, icy waters under a stark winter sky, Kajaani, Kainuu, Finland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1752/3861ae7b-9b11-41f6-ba8a-bfd69662fa93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kajaani ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1954/d2bd5f21-9231-441f-b125-670e172121a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kuopio ![Mikkili](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2301/b9d44422-80b0-43a0-8464-9bfd9006e9c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mikkeli - Cities near Eastern Finland - Places of interest [Joensuu](https://expedia.com/Joensuu.dx1717)[Kajaani](https://expedia.com/Kajaani.dx1752)[Kuopio](https://expedia.com/Kuopio.dx1954)[Mikkeli](https://expedia.com/Mikkeli.dx2301)[Savonlinna](https://expedia.com/Savonlinna.dx3310)[Varkaus](https://expedia.com/Varkaus.dx3736)[Iisalmi](https://expedia.com/Iisalmi.dx4229)[Lieksa](https://expedia.com/Lieksa.dx4230)[Nurmes](https://expedia.com/Nurmes.dx4232)[Kuhmo](https://expedia.com/Kuhmo.dx4691)[Kouvola](https://expedia.com/Kouvola.dx10204)[Heinola](https://expedia.com/Heinola.dx177986)[Pieksamaki](https://expedia.com/Pieksamaki.dx177987)[Sotkamo](https://expedia.com/Sotkamo.dx181143)[Siilinjarvi](https://expedia.com/Siilinjarvi.dx500371)[Joutsa](https://expedia.com/Joutsa.dx500375)[Joroinen](https://expedia.com/Joroinen.dx500379)[Kerimaki](https://expedia.com/Kerimaki.dx500382)[Mantyharju](https://expedia.com/Mantyharju.dx500384)[Pihtipudas](https://expedia.com/Pihtipudas.dx500387)[Punkaharju](https://expedia.com/Punkaharju.dx500388)[Suonenjoki](https://expedia.com/Suonenjoki.dx500391)[Kitee](https://expedia.com/Kitee.dx602349)[Koli](https://expedia.com/Koli.dx6034485)[Nilsia](https://expedia.com/Nilsia.dx6049025) - [Olavinlinna Castle ](https://expedia.com/Olavinlinna-Castle-Savonlinna.d6110040.Vacation-Attraction) - [Valmo Monastery ](https://expedia.com/Valmo-Monastery-Heinavesi.d6110076.Vacation-Attraction) - [Koli National Park ](https://expedia.com/Koli-National-Park-North-Karelia.d6110126.Vacation-Attraction) - [Matkus Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Matkus-Shopping-Center-Kuopio.d553248633965968746.Vacation-Attraction) - [Linnansaari National Park ](https://expedia.com/Linnansaari-National-Park-Southern-Savonia.d553248621533050493.Vacation-Attraction) - [Savonlinna Market Square ](https://expedia.com/Savonlinna-Market-Square-Savonlinna.d6110044.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lintulan Pyhän Kolminaisuuden Luostari ](https://expedia.com/Lintulan-Pyhan-Kolminaisuuden-Luostari-Heinavesi.d553248635933211788.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of Joensuu ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Joensuu-Joensuu.d6110112.Vacation-Attraction) - [Patvinsuo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Patvinsuo-National-Park-North-Karelia.d553248635998074293.Vacation-Attraction) - [Museum of Kuopio ](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Kuopio-Downtown-Kuopio.d553248621532523171.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kenkavero Vicarage ](https://expedia.com/Kenkavero-Vicarage-Mikkeli.d6166264.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tahko Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Tahko-Golf-Club-Kuopio.d6333683.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mikkeli Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Mikkeli-Cathedral-Mikkeli.d6110036.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kerigolf ](https://expedia.com/Kerigolf-Savonlinna.d553248621552112821.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lusto Finnish Forest Museum ](https://expedia.com/Lusto-Finnish-Forest-Museum-Savonlinna.d6330236.Vacation-Attraction) - [Punkaharju Ridge ](https://expedia.com/Punkaharju-Ridge-Savonlinna.d553248621532524446.Vacation-Attraction) - [Oravi Harbor ](https://expedia.com/Oravi-Harbor-Savonlinna.d6288717.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Pielinen ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Pielinen-North-Karelia.d553248621532523249.Vacation-Attraction) - [Puijo Tower ](https://expedia.com/Puijo-Tower-Kuopio.d6110070.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lietvesi Scenic Road ](https://expedia.com/Lietvesi-Scenic-Road-Puumala.d631626979860393984.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kerimäki Church ](https://expedia.com/Kerimaki-Church-Savonlinna.d6330233.Vacation-Attraction) - [Savonlinna Regional Museum ](https://expedia.com/Savonlinna-Regional-Museum-Savonlinna.d6110042.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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