Cheap 7-Day Finland Road Trip from Rovaniemi traveling south to Kemi, Oulu, Kajaani, and Ruka

Your exciting road trip through Finland starts when you reach the incredible city of Rovaniemi, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Rovaniemi and begin your adventure in Finland.

Rovaniemi is a popular cheap holiday destination in Finland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Rovaniemi and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Angry Birds Playground will make your cheap holiday in Finland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,355 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Rovaniemi. An excellent example is the popular Nili Restaurant. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,476 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Finland is Cafe & Bar 21. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,236 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Ravintola Roka Street Bistro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,019 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Kauppayhtiö is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 679 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Rovaniemi we recommend is Oliver's Corner Irish Pub, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

People's Pub is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 575 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Rovaniemi and end your day in the city of Kemi, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Rovaniemi is the amazing Santa Claus Village. This travel destination is an amusement park that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 22,072 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Santa Claus Office. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,392 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Rovaniemi is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Rovaniemi is the outstanding Santa's Post Office. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 656 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Kemi. Kemi is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Kemi that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Kemi is Kemin Puistopaviljonki Ky. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,261 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Kemi, Pizzeria Di Mare is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 897 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Pizzeria San Milano. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Kemi enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 178 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Kemi’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland. For example, you can visit Olutravintola Kukko. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 273 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Oulu and end your day in the city of Oulu, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Oulu is the amazing University of Oulu Botanical Gardens. This travel destination is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 584 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Nallikari beach. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 402 travelers, a visit to this well-known beach and sightseeing spot in Oulu is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Oulu is the outstanding Nallikari Lighthouse. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 412 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Finland, drop by the popular Tietomaa Science Centre. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,871 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic The Oulu Museum Of Art. This cafe is a popular attraction rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 777 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Oulu. Oulu is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Oulu that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Oulu is Grill Swing. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 518 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Oulu, Toripolliisi is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,274 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Cafe Rooster. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Oulu enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,068 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Oulu’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland. For example, you can visit Leskinen. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Irish Pub St. Michael (Arctic Vodka Oy). This popular bar in Oulu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,244 bar-goers.

You can also go to Pub Graali as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Pub Graali is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 611 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Oulu and end your day in the city of Kajaani, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Oulu is the amazing Oulu Market Hall. This travel destination is a market hall that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 903 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Oulu market square. Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,162 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Oulu is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Oulu is the outstanding Hollihaka Park Oulu outdoor gym. This outdoor gym has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 694 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Finland, drop by the popular Oulu Automobile Museum. This attraction, an amazing automobile museum, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 549 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Turkansaari Open Air Museum. This open-air museum is a popular attraction rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 390 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Kajaani. Kajaani is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Kajaani that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Kajaani is Mantan Grilli-Kioski Oy. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 937 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Kajaani, Restaurant Fors is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 315 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Ranch. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Kajaani enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 771 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Kajaani’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland. For example, you can visit Rock House Kulma. Rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 301 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restaurant Saint Kukko. This popular bar in Kajaani has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 103 bar-goers.

You can also go to Bar Jussila (T:mi Juha J. Immonen) as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bar Jussila (T:mi Juha J. Immonen) is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 50 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Kajaani and end your day in the city of Ruka, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Kajaani is the amazing Kainuu Museum. This travel destination is a cultural history museum that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 154 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Kajaani Castle Ruins. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,005 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Kajaani is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ruka. Ruka is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Ruka that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Ruka is Hanki Baari. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 172 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Ruka, RUOK is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 489 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Villiruokaravintola Rukan Kuksa. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Ruka enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 397 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Ruka’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Finland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Ruka and end your day in the city of Rovaniemi, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Ruka is the amazing The tourist center of Karhuntassu. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 131 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Hannu Hautala Nature Photography Center. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 164 travelers, a visit to this well-known art gallery and sightseeing spot in Ruka is likely to make your vacation in Finland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Ruka is the outstanding Rukatunturi. This fell has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,713 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Finland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Finland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Finland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Finland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi is another cheap travel destination in Finland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Finland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Rovaniemi that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Rovaniemi is Yuca. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 598 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Rovaniemi, Siipiravintola Wingston Ky is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 512 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Gustav Kitchen & Bar. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Rovaniemi enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 365 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Rovaniemi’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Finland. For example, you can visit Frans & Chérie, Rovaniemi. Rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 506 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Hemingway's Rovaniemi. This popular bar in Rovaniemi has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 545 bar-goers.

You can also go to Bull Bar and Grill as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bull Bar and Grill is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 392 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Finland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Finland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 7 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Rovaniemi.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Finland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Rovaniemi is the remarkable Ounasvaara Ski Oy. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 787 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Rovaniemi, consider a top-rated restaurant like Saigon Noodle Bar. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 228 customers.

Hanki is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 159 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Amarillo, Rovaniemi. Rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,770 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Finland and your fun memories in Rovaniemi.

You’ll then say farewell to Rovaniemi and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Finland!