9-Day Finland Road Trip from Oulu traveling east to Kalajoen Hiekkasärkät, Kuopio, Kajaani, and Rukatunturi

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Oulu. You’ll stay in Oulu for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Oulu has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Rotuaarin pallo. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 418 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 Oulu, Grill Swing. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu is Toripolliisi. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,274 customers.

Locals recommend Cafe Rooster as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,068 customers.

Oulu also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Oulu is Leskinen. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Finland!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Oulu, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Oulu.

Today you'll explore the city of Oulu. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Kierikki Stone Age Centre. This incredible attraction is a tourist attraction and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 386 visitors.

Koitelinkoski is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Oulu. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 300 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Oulu is University of Oulu Botanical Gardens. This amazing attraction is a botanical garden and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 584 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Nallikari beach. This beach and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 402 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Nallikari Lighthouse. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 412 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 Oulu.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu, like Sauraha. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,238 customers.

Irish Pub St. Michael (Arctic Vodka Oy) is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Oulu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,244 customers.

Locals enjoy Crecian, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Oulu. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 933 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Oulu, Pub Graali. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 611 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Oulu, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Oulu.

Today you'll explore the city of Oulu. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Turkansaari Open Air Museum. This incredible attraction is an open-air museum and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 390 visitors.

Oulu Automobile Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Oulu. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 549 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Oulu is Mannerheim park. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 348 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Heinätorinpuisto park. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 192 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Hollihaka Park Oulu outdoor gym. This outdoor gym is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 694 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 Oulu.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu, like Garam Masala. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 701 customers.

Friends & Brgrs Oulu is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Oulu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

Locals enjoy Itsudemo Sushi Oulu, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Oulu. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Oulu, Cafe Kuluma. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Koivurannan kahvila. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 506 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 4 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 Kalajoki. You’ll stay in Kalajoki 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 Oulu market square. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,162 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Oulu Market Hall. This market hall and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 903 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Oulu Museum Of Art to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular The Oulu Museum Of Art is a cafe that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 777 visitors.

The lovely Tietomaa Science Centre is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,871 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.2 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 Virkkula Bird Watching Tower. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 141 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 Kalajoki. Kalajoki offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 5 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 Kuopio. You will stay in Kuopio 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 Korkeakoski. This attraction is a waterfall that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 529 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Hapelähde Park. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Oulu is the outstanding Museum of Kuopio. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 613 visitors.

The spectacular Kuopio Market Square is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating market square and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,021 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 Kuopio, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Muikkuravintola Sampo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kuopio. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,151 customers.

Locals also recommend Trattoria Sorrento as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kuopio. Trattoria Sorrento is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kuopio is Ravintola Kreeta. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 782 customers.

After dinner, visit Olutravintola Malja, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kuopio. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 669 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gastrobar B/P. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 222 customers.

Alternatively, Bierstube is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Kuopio. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 770 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible 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 Kajaani. You’ll stay in Kajaani 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 Old Kuopio Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 439 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Valkeisenlammen puisto. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 784 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular RIISA- Orthodox Church Museum of Finland to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular RIISA- Orthodox Church Museum of Finland is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 237 visitors.

The lovely Puijo ski jumping hill is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 255 visitors have left this ski jumping hill average ratings of 4.3 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 Kasurila. This attraction is a village rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 811 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 Kajaani. Kajaani 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 Mantan Grilli-Kioski Oy. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 937 reviews.

The remarkable Cafe Mokka is another top restaurant in Kajaani we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 282 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ravintola Wanha Kerho is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 255 customers.

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 will stay in Ruka 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 Raate Gate. This attraction is a local museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,677 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, The Silent People. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 688 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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 Ruka, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hanki Baari, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ruka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 172 customers.

Locals also recommend RUOK as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ruka. RUOK is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 489 customers.

After dinner, visit Ski Booster - Bar - Cafe - Grill, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ruka. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 127 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 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 Jyrävä Rapids. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 411 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Pieni Karhunkierros Circle Trail. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,377 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Ruka Pedestrian Village to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Ruka Pedestrian Village is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 visitors.

The lovely Rukatunturi is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 8,713 visitors have left this fell average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Cafe Kuluma. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 590 reviews.

The remarkable Ravintola-Ristorante Toscana is another top restaurant in Oulu we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 406 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ravintola Puistola is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 572 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Oulu, the fantastic 1bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 413 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Mallaskellari. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 366 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 9 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Oulu 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.

Oulu Castle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Oulu. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 271 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Oulu at Koivurannan kahvila before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 506 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend De Gamlas Hem Hotel & Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Oulu. The De Gamlas Hem Hotel & Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 507 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Fuchka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 369 customers.

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