City: Northern Ostrobothnia
Top Things to do in Northern Ostrobothnia
What to do and see in Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
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. Loihakka
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Loihakka specialises in husky safaris. We are based in Varjakka, Oulu, Finland. In summer we also offer guided tours to the historical sawmill of the Varjakansaari Island. Our huskies love their work and we love to see them wagging their tails and eager to go. For this reason, our kennel is open on bookings only: as pack leaders, we want to make sure that our dogs have at least one full day of rest all to themselves. We have no minimum group size, so you are warmly welcome to visit our kennel on your own, too.
2. Karhunkierros
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By 755piias - Massu, Estonia
Breathtakingly beautiful hike in autumn! Did 82+ km hike with my friends in late September - colourful sceneries, varied landscape , friendly people. Very well marked trail, suitable for beginners yet not too easy. The hardest terrain is from Porontimajoki to Ruka (which was the last leg in our case) but it's also the most beautiful if it's happen to be good weather. The trail isn't too wild and meets number of smaller trails so you'll probably meet any kind of hikers on your way. Take a tent or a tarp with you 'cause the huts may be full. We would like more campfire sites, especially crowded was the last night in Porontimajoki. It's nice to have a fire on a wet chilly night. But we are all very happy with this experience.
3. 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 :)
4. 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.
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. Hupisaaret Park
8. Pieni Karhunkierros Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By TimeTripping - Vantaa, Finland
Wonderful views and not too demanding a trail for anyone without disabilities. Not possable by wheelchair or walking stick. Absolutely breathtaking nature. Highly recommendable.
9. Oulun Taidemuseo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland
Although this museum is quite small, it has many changing exhibitions. On our visit, there was 'The Modern Woman' exhibition which showcased four important Finnish female artists who worked in the early 20th century, Helene Schjerfbeck being the most famous. Upstairs was an exhibition 'The Hype In The Arctic Silicon Valley' which is a story about the Miracle of Oulu, a mobile phone city that bloomed from the 1960s until the turn of the millennium.
10. 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.
