City: Northern Ostrobothnia
Top Things to do in Northern Ostrobothnia
The 10 Best Things to do in Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland
Northern Ostrobothnia (Finnish: Pohjois-Pohjanmaa; Swedish: Norra Österbotten) is a region of Finland. It borders the Finnish regions of Lapland, Kainuu, Northern Savonia, Central Finland and Central Ostrobothnia, as well as the Russian Republic of Karelia.
Restaurants in Northern Ostrobothnia
1. Ruka
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 379 reviews
Ruka-Kuusamo is surrounded by National Parks, pure nature and comprehensive services. In Ruka-Kuusamo area you can go active on adventures or relax in well-being services, enjoy good food and quality accommodation in stunning sceneries all year round.
Reviewed By KevinT162 - Cardigan, United Kingdom
Second year in Ruka, stayed in the new Ruka Valley hotel, which is literally right on the doorstep to the ski school on the opposite side of the hill to the town. This isnt a problem though as a gondola runs wetween 9 and 7 to and from the town to the valley where ski school is held. Plenty of blue runs for beginners. The hotel has a resteraunt and bar which is open until 10pm, good quality food run by very friendly staff. Slopes are very good and well maintained, the main reason we initially chose Ruka is the guarenteed snow, cold and the wide range of excursions available. It was actually cheaper to get here and stay in this wonderful hotel than it was to get to corfu last year, however, the excursions, lift passes, equipment hire and food and drink soon make up for that. Overall, plenty of places to eat, all excelllent quality and easy access to wherever you want to go. Keep it quiet tho, currently the most attractive part of this place is how quiet and laidback it is. All this makes it a fantastic place to visit. If there is one negative, its the volume of snowboarders has increased significantly on last year ,it can be a bit intimidating for skiers still learning, would be good to,see at least 1 slope where snow boarders are prohibited. Booked with Crystal Ski first week February.
2. Tietomaa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By litalna - Kfar Saba, Israel
The best place ever!! I go there every year at the summer, super entertaining and educational! The place has multiple floors, and each floor is huge and filled with activities that explain physics and science in such a pleasant, easy and attractive way. Every now and then they also add new activities which makes it even more interesting. would definitely recommend, this place never fails to keep me entertained. Been visiting the place since I was 8, and im 19 now :)
3. Nallikari Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By 231eijap - Akaa, Finland
A windy beach, but the water was surprisingly warm. Lots of people on a sunny day. Loads of ice cream kiosks. An interesting lighthouse. A must when you visit Oulu in summer.
4. Turkansaaren Ulkomuseo
5. Ainolan Puisto
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Siddni
Beautiful park with many little streams and white bridges. Nice little dog friendly cafe and good playground for kids. Great especially summertime. Also home for outdoor theater during July.
6. Kiutakongas Rapids
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By mmikko - Joensuu, Finland
Nice rapids and waterfalls. Kiutakängäs is series of waterfalls, the first one is the largest. It is about 800 meters( one way) from visitors center, quite easy trail, with some stairs. Nice views.
7. Kujala Reindeer Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Welcome to the world of reindeer! Kujala Reindeer Farm is an authentic reindeer farm dating back to 1860. More than 160 years and over 5 generations has the Kujala family been living on these hills and herding reindeer. The farm is one of the oldest and biggest farms in the Ruka-Kuusamo area with hundreds of reindeer and plenty of activities with reindeer both winter and summer. The farm has its own shop selling high-quality reindeer products and handicrafts workshop producing both souvenirs and art.
Reviewed By M8472OIscottc - Darley Dale, United Kingdom
I visited this amazing place twice (with help from Ruka adventures) and the experiences were the best from my trip to Finland. Between the two visits I lead a reindeer (well really it just followed the herder) up a hill, fed several moss, took in a sled ride and joined the morning feed! Even with poor weather, every moment was a joy. The Herders were very passionate about their Reindeer and of the wilderness and shared both information about the animals themselves as well as Thier own experiences. When I am able to get back to Finland, I am definitely returning. If you love animals and can get to this amazing place - do it!! Can't recommend it enough.
8. Oulu Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland
The old church from 1777 was destroyed in the big Oulu fire in 1822. The current stone cathedral was completed in 1832 over the ruins of the old church. It was made according to the neoclassical designs of the famous architect Carl Ludvig Engel who also designed the Helsinki Cathedral. The interior is very beautiful.
9. Kauppahalli
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 233 reviews
Reviewed By beejayuk1950 - Bristol, United Kingdom
The place to go for Finnish products and food, brilliant!! Has a range of different products,souvenirs and food all produced in Finland by individuals and small businesses.
10. Toripolliisi
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By georgetJ8227XZ
Beautiful part of Oulu, market square with policeman next to beautiful indoor market. We were there with a bunch of colleagues and very much enjoyed the place, had a good coffee nearby and then moved for a dinner. If you end up in Oulu then that is the part of the city to be visited for sure !
