One-Week Finland Road Trip from Rovaniemi traveling east to Ruka, Kajaani, and Oulu

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Rovaniemi. You’ll stay in Rovaniemi for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Rovaniemi has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Angry Birds Playground. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,355 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rovaniemi, Santa's Salmon Place. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 765 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rovaniemi is Nili Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,476 customers.

Locals recommend Ravintola Roka Street Bistro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rovaniemi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,019 customers.

Rovaniemi also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rovaniemi is Cafe & Bar 21. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,236 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rovaniemi is Kauppayhtiö. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 679 customers.

Locals also enjoy Oliver's Corner Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Finland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Rovaniemi. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Ruka. You’ll stay in Ruka for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Rovaniemi’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Rovaniemi, start your day with a visit to the amazing Santa Claus Village. This much-appreciated amusement park and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 22,072 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Santa Claus Office. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,392 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Santa's Post Office to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Santa's Post Office is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 656 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Rovaniemi has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Ruka. Ruka offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular RUOK. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 489 reviews.

The remarkable Pizzeria Milano is another top restaurant in Ruka we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kotipizza is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Ruka, the fantastic Hanki Baari. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 172 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ski Booster - Bar - Cafe - Grill. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 127 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

On day 3 of your road trip across Finland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Ruka. You’ll stay in Ruka for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Scandic Rukahovi , one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Ruka. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 815 guests.

The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 245 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the village of Ruka, like the outstanding Rukatunturi. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,713 visitors.

Ruka Pedestrian Village is another popular attraction you could visit in the village of Ruka. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 visitors.

Come to Ruka prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Ruka.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Ruka.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Villiruokaravintola Rukan Kuksa, after your day of exploring the city of Ruka. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 397 customers.

Ravintola Talonpöytä Kuusamo is another of the best restaurants in the city of Ruka. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 389 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ruka is Autogrilli Apollo. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 272 customers.

Locals recommend Wanha Mestari, one of the best bars in the city of Ruka, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 279 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Ruka, Night & Bar Qupla. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 87 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Finland.

Day 4 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Kajaani and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Kajaani. You will stay in Kajaani for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kajaani is the amazing Kajaani Castle Ruins. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,005 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kajaani by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Finland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Kajaani, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Mantan Grilli-Kioski Oy, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kajaani. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 937 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Fors as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kajaani. Restaurant Fors is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 315 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kajaani is Restaurant Ranch. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 771 customers.

After dinner, visit Rock House Kulma, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kajaani. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 301 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Saint Kukko. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 103 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Kajaani, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Kajaani.

Today you'll explore the city of Kuopio. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Valkeisenlammen puisto. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 784 visitors.

Kuopio Market Square is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Kuopio. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,021 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Kuopio is Hapelähde Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Kasurila. This village and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Finland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Kajaani.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Kajaani, like Kotipizza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.

Cafe Mokka is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Kajaani. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 282 customers.

Locals enjoy Ravintola Wanha Kerho, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Kajaani. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 255 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Kajaani, Bar Jussila (T:mi Juha J. Immonen). This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 50 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Finland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Oulu. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Oulu. You’ll stay in Oulu for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Oulu’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Oulu, start your day with a visit to the amazing Tietomaa Science Centre. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,871 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating The Oulu Museum Of Art. This cafe and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 777 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Oulu market square to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Oulu market square is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,162 visitors.

The lovely Oulu Market Hall is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 903 visitors have left this market hall average ratings of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Rotuaarin pallo. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 418 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Oulu has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Oulu. Oulu offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Grill Swing. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 518 reviews.

The remarkable Toripolliisi is another top restaurant in Oulu we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,274 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Cafe Rooster is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,068 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Oulu, the fantastic Leskinen. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Irish Pub St. Michael (Arctic Vodka Oy). This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,244 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Pub Graali. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 611 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 7 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Oulu and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Rovaniemi. You will stay in Rovaniemi for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Oulu is the amazing Mannerheim park. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 348 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible outdoor gym, Hollihaka Park Oulu outdoor gym. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 694 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Oulu is the outstanding Nallikari Lighthouse. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 412 visitors.

The spectacular Nallikari beach is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating beach and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 402 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic University of Oulu Botanical Gardens. This attraction is a popular botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 584 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Oulu by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Finland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rovaniemi, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Yuca, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rovaniemi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 598 customers.

Locals also recommend Kahvila Lohihovi Oy as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rovaniemi. Kahvila Lohihovi Oy is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rovaniemi is Siipiravintola Wingston Ky. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit people's Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rovaniemi. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ravintola Valdemari. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Alternatively, Frans & Chérie, Rovaniemi is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rovaniemi. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 506 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!

Day 8 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Rovaniemi before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Ounasvaara Ski Oy is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rovaniemi. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 787 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Rovaniemi and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Finland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rovaniemi at Gustav Kitchen & Bar before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 365 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Saigon Noodle Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rovaniemi. The Saigon Noodle Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 228 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Hanki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 159 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Rovaniemi. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Finland!