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)[Things to do in Eastern Finland](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Eastern-Finland.d6232706.Travel-Guide-Activities)[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 ![Koli](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4230/666b60ec-12c3-4087-94a1-6bf5ffd29324.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Koli](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4230/666b60ec-12c3-4087-94a1-6bf5ffd29324.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Une ile Une plage Une piscine Une scène Au milieu d’une rivière Joensuu (Finland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1717/54b5355b-5f4f-41e4-9bb1-d6f10028feb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![On our way to the first campsite in linnansari national park ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141150/ed1e442b-e010-410a-a804-c8baa03d60be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stopped on my drive home from a weekend trip and spotted this pier leading to the lake. At this point it was already snowing pretty hard and there was a crispness in the air to give a hint of the upcoming winter months.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500388/037ecfdd-78db-450b-8c9d-4c30616ccb42.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 Pöllösenlahti and Iisalmi New Church. [](https://expedia.com/Iisalmi-Paloinen.dx553248635975869429) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Finland.dx6232706.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Eastern Finland Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Eastern Finland ![Lapland Hotels Kuopio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33778100/33778051/fab52983_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lapland Hotels Kuopio Puijonkatu 32 Kuopio Stay at this hotel in Kuopio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Kuopio Market and Kuopion Taidemuseo are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (962 reviews) Great restaurant. Across the street from the train station. Reviewed on Sep 3, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=33778051&PinnedHotelID=33778051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232706) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=33778051&PinnedHotelID=33778051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232706) ![Hotel & Spa Resort Järvisydän](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4130000/4124500/4124455/62c60d1d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel & Spa Resort Järvisydän Porosalmentie 313 Rantasalmi $191 nightly $217 total Feb 18 - Feb 19 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Rantasalmi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Kaperinlinna and Raudanveden uimaranta ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (413 reviews) The spa is nice. Breakfast was good too. I have a wonderful 2 nights stay. Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F18%2F2026&endDate=2%2F19%2F2026&selected=4124455&PinnedHotelID=4124455&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 $74 nightly $84 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 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 ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) The room was very clean and excellent. The staff was very kind. Thanks for the common kitchen on the floor. Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F15%2F2026&endDate=2%2F16%2F2026&selected=8397871&PinnedHotelID=8397871&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232706) [See all 829 properties in Eastern Finland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%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/49000000/48290000/48283700/48283618/78b0d2b8_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! (123 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 Tahko](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63290000/63281200/63281158/cca2873b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartments Tahko 2 Tahkonkuja Kuopio Stay at this apartment in Kuopio. Enjoy free WiFi and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Tahko Golf Club and Tahko Ski Resort are located nearby. 8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews) Loistava sijainti,todella hyvä palvelu kun varmisteltiin lakanoita ja loppusiivousta. Erinomainen kylppäri. Todella hyvä kohde. Reviewed on Feb 27, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Kuopio-Hotels-Apartments-Tahko.h63281158.Hotel-Information) ![Pistohiekka Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113850000/113843400/113843346/5ab7bee0_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=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232706&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%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) ![Stopped on my drive home from a weekend trip and spotted this pier leading to the lake. At this point it was already snowing pretty hard and there was a crispness in the air to give a hint of the upcoming winter months.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500388/037ecfdd-78db-450b-8c9d-4c30616ccb42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Punkaharju-Ridge-Savonlinna.d553248621532524446.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) #### 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) #### 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) #### 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) ## Cities near Eastern Finland ![0_106732973](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1717/448869c7-f98f-4cff-82cb-7a7d7698cbf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Joensuu ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1954/d2bd5f21-9231-441f-b125-670e172121a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kuopio ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3310/5cc7932a-041a-4828-b78b-2ca4c22b8193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Savonlinna ![Nestled up in the north-east Finland lies Kuhmo. The sleepy town is great jumping off point for many outdoor activities including dog-sledding, cross-country skiing, wildlife watching and even winter rapids floating (http://www.hecktictravels.com/rapids-floating). In the summer the town hosts the Chamber Music Festival which attracts about 40,000 visitors. #Finland #Kuhmo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4691/36df8575-f236-4132-b500-57af32c60640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kuhmo - 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) - [Savonlinna Market Square ](https://expedia.com/Savonlinna-Market-Square-Savonlinna.d6110044.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) - [University of Joensuu ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Joensuu-Joensuu.d6110112.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lintulan Pyhän Kolminaisuuden Luostari ](https://expedia.com/Lintulan-Pyhan-Kolminaisuuden-Luostari-Heinavesi.d553248635933211788.Vacation-Attraction) - [Satama ](https://expedia.com/Satama-Lieksa.d553248635939590936.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mikkeli Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Mikkeli-Cathedral-Mikkeli.d6110036.Vacation-Attraction) - [Punkaharju Ridge ](https://expedia.com/Punkaharju-Ridge-Savonlinna.d553248621532524446.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tahko Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Tahko-Golf-Club-Kuopio.d6333683.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lusto Finnish Forest Museum ](https://expedia.com/Lusto-Finnish-Forest-Museum-Savonlinna.d6330236.Vacation-Attraction) - [Patvinsuo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Patvinsuo-National-Park-North-Karelia.d553248635998074293.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Pielinen ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Pielinen-Lieksa.d553248621532523249.Vacation-Attraction) - [Joensuu Taidemuseo ](https://expedia.com/Joensuu-Taidemuseo-Joensuu.d553248621533050502.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kenkavero Vicarage ](https://expedia.com/Kenkavero-Vicarage-Mikkeli.d6166264.Vacation-Attraction) - [Puijo Tower ](https://expedia.com/Puijo-Tower-Kuopio.d6110070.Vacation-Attraction) - [Oravi Harbor ](https://expedia.com/Oravi-Harbor-Savonlinna.d6288717.Vacation-Attraction) - [Museum of Kuopio ](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Kuopio-Downtown-Kuopio.d553248621532523171.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kolovesi National Park ](https://expedia.com/Kolovesi-National-Park-Finland.d553248635998073756.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kerigolf ](https://expedia.com/Kerigolf-Savonlinna.d553248621552112821.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Johanna Oras Art Manor ](https://expedia.com/The-Johanna-Oras-Art-Manor-Savonlinna.d635071638662397952.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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