Upper Lapland

Travel Guide

Luosto featuring a river or creek, tranquil scenes and a sunset
Arktikum which includes a river or creek, a pond and a sunset
Pyha-Luosto National Park showing forest scenes
Pyha-Luosto National Park showing forests and signage
Arktikum which includes signage

Northern Lapland offers a wide range of outdoor activities and opportunities to relax in unique wilderness surroundings.

Northern Lapland is known for its high-quality ski resorts. The Levi Tourist Centre has good bus connections to hiking and cross-country skiing routes, and to the downhill slopes of Levi. Sirkka is 15 minutes' drive from Kittilä airport.

Ylläs is not just about downhill skiing and nature safaris – there is a wide range of cultural events in the area around Lake Ylläsjärvi all year round, including concerts and art exhibitions. The nearest railway station is in Kolari, 22 miles from Ylläs. The nearest airport is Kittilä, half an hour's drive from Ylläs.

Saariselkä is well known for its ski resorts, but the area also has good options for other outdoor activities. Just over an hour's drive away, in the parish village of Inari, the Siida Sámi Museum and Nature Centre offers visitors a window into Sámi culture. You can reach Saariselkä by bus from Ivalo airport.

Northern Lapland is an essential destination for wilderness hiking. From the Saariselkä area, it is easy to get to Finland's two largest national parks: Lemmenjoki National Park and Urho Kekkonen National Park. Lemmenjoki is a legendary gold area. Urho Kekkonen National Park is full of crystal-clear fell ponds and steep gorges.

Finland's highest fells are in Kilpisjärvi. On the border of three nations, this small village attracts visitors all year round with its impressive fell landscapes. Conquer Halti, Finland's highest peak, or visit Saana Fell, revered by the Sámis. Take a trip to the Malla nature reserve, home to several rare fell plants and butterflies. You can travel to Kilpisjärvi from Kittilä airport all year round and from Enontekiö airport in the summer. You can also travel by bus from Rovaniemi and Koli.

Utsjoki, Finland's northern-most municipality, offers excellent opportunities for wilderness tourism on Paistunturi Fell and Kaldoaivi. The best fishing spot is on River Tenojoki, which is said to be Europe's best salmon river. Finland's northern-most village, Nuorgam, is on the Norwegian border and is less than 20 miles from the Arctic Ocean. The nearest airport to Utsjoki is in Ivalo, but it is also accessible by car or bus from Rovaniemi.

Wherever your holiday in Northern Lapland takes you, the fairytale nature is sure to enchant you forever.

Hotel Hullu Poro

Hotel Hullu Poro

Rakkavaarantie 5, Levi, Kittila
The price is P5,645 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P5,645
P6,435 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kittila. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Levi Ski Resort and Crazy Reindeer Arena are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (964 reviews)
"Better than expected. Old condition but clean. Breakfast buffet menu was the same for 3 days. Also have a sauna and jacuzzi but limited time and always crowded"

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

Hotel Hullu Poro
Hotel Levi Panorama

Hotel Levi Panorama

4.5 out of 5
Tunturitie 205, Kittila
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kittila. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (898 reviews)
Recommended
"Spacious room with great view. Quiet/no soundptoblem from hallway. Minibar/fridge. Skybar was closed, but could bring beverages from reception or room wich was great. Fantastic view from there. Dogfriendly! Allowed dog in skybar also. Best breakfast we have had in Finland."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Hotel Levi Panorama
Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

Kiilopääntie 9, Sodankyla
The price is P10,161 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P10,161
P11,584 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Sodankyla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction Ruijanpolku ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (208 reviews)
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Reviewed on Apr 7, 2025

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort
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Holiday Club Saariselkä Apartments

Holiday Club Saariselkä Apartments

4 out of 5
Saariseläntie 7, Saariselka
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Saariselka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Saariselkä Ski ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"I stayed at an apartment with my family for 5 nights. The apartment was well equipped with furnished kitchen. The rooms were comfortable and warm. The reception was a bit far for us from the apartment considering walking in snow with a toddler. The is a kiosk at reception but unfortunately we don't ..."

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

Holiday Club Saariselkä Apartments
Holiday Club Saariselkä Superior Apartments

Holiday Club Saariselkä Superior Apartments

4 out of 5
7 Saariseläntie, Saariselka
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Saariselka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Saariselkä Ski Resort and Saariselkä ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (120 reviews)
"Excellent experience. The place is clean, easily accessible, spacious, has every detail of a house. We had a wonderful experience"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Holiday Club Saariselkä Superior Apartments
Holiday Club Ylläs

Holiday Club Ylläs

3 out of 5
Tunturintie 16 A 1, Kolari
Stay at this 3-star ski chalet in Kolari. Enjoy free parking, a sauna, and snowboarding on site. Popular attractions Perhe Ski Lift and Ankkuri Ski Lift are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (90 reviews)
"Amazing place , you will all you need ! We have seen auroras outside our cabin which was spectacular experience . Fire place and sauna was a big bonus. Highly recommend, we will definitely come back !"

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2025

Holiday Club Ylläs
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