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
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The price is P5,536 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P5,536
P6,311 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
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! (962 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 Kultahippu

Hotel Kultahippu

Petsamontie 1, Ivalo, Inari, Inari
The price is P8,943 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P8,943
P10,195 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Inari. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Taidenayttelytila ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (217 reviews)
Pleasant Stay
"Pleasant stay. Room was clean with good amenities. The breakfast was okay - though the warm food looked like it needed replacing."

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Hotel Kultahippu
Hotel Levi Panorama

Hotel Levi Panorama

4.5 out of 5
Tunturitie 205, Kittila
The price is P6,866 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P6,866
P7,827 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
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! (889 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
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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! (146 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 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! (87 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
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! (117 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
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