Things to do & places to visit in Northern Savonia, Finland

Northern Savonia #10 destination in Finland 2023. The average rating score is 4.34 based on 1.416 traveler reviews, of 121 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Helsinki, current date and time: Sunday, April 28, 2024, 2:01.

Top things to do (46)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 KalajaRetkeily (11 reviews)
- Beautiful kayaking day trip (Kalasääskien vesillä)
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Night Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Kayaking & Canoeing

Very nice 4h+ (about 10km) kayaking trip in the scenic scenery in the Etelä-Konnevesi Natural park. Trip lenght and intensity was based on the group experience/sportiness level and everybody enjoyed the trip a lot. Markku was very good tour guy and provided nice lite lunch on a small island. Highly recommendable way to see the Finnish nature in an active way! See more..
5.0 Enigma Xperience (7 reviews)
- Hieno kokemus
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

Room Escape company Enigma Xperience Ky offers delightfull mysteries for you to solve in Varkaus, Finland. Escape game is suitable for companies, communities, bachlelor or bachlelorette parties, birthday gift, See more..
5.0 Taidemuseo Eemil (3 reviews)
- Olavi Lanu 8.2.-19.5.2019
Art Museums

Kuvataiteilija Olavi Lanun Luonnosta-näyttely Lapinlahdella. Lasikuitua ja luonnonmateriaaleja. Mahtavia värejä ja muotoja. Vahva suositus.
Kuvataiteilija Olavi Lanun Luonnosta-näyttely Lapinlahdella. Lasikuitua ja luonnonmateriaaleja. Mahtavia värejä ja muotoja. Vahva suositus. See more..
5.0 Lohimaa Fishing Services (3 reviews)
- Excellent fishing place with restaurant
Boat Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours

It is a beautiful, quite large area by the lake. There are restaurants at the entrance, but if you walk further inside, there is a small lake wher you can fish salmon. Once you catch it you can give it to the small place next to it, where they cook it for you. It tastes fantastic!!! I strongly recommend it, we had a great time. See more..
5.0 G12 Galleria (3 reviews)
- Small gallery with interesting exhibition
Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries
The gallery represents Finnish professional artists. In the gallery collection we have paintings, sculptures, graphics, photographs etc. The exhibitions change after every 3 weeks. You are warmly wellcome to enjoy Finnish art experience! See more..
4.5 Puijo Tower (351 reviews)
- Magic views
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Observation Decks & Towers

The Puijo tower is an observation tower at the top of Puijo hill in Kuopio, Eastern Finland. Opened in 1963, the tower is 75 metres (246 ft) tall and has a revolving restaurant with 100 seats and a beutiful cafe. It was the first tower with a revolving restaurant in the Nordic countries. The current Puijo tower has been visited by over 5.5 million tourists. The current tower is the third overall. When it was completed in 1963 the second one, built in 1906, was dismantled. The first tower was built in 1856. On the western side of the tower there are three ski jumping hills. See more..
4.5 Kuopio Market City Hall (206 reviews)
- Tasty food
Government Buildings

Super friendly people working here. All sorts of lical specialities available. High quality food. Nothing is cheap but not highly expensive either See more..
4.5 Mekaanisen Musiikin Museo (55 reviews)
- Entertaining tourguides. Working mechanical musical instruments.
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

I had great fun in the museum. The tourguides were entertaining (really!!). The museum is packed with actually working mechanical music instruments from many eras. I can recommend this to any music lover :) The tour takes an hour and you can join at any time (no waiting) The only downside is, there is no café. See more..
4.5 Kuopion Korttelimuseo (50 reviews)
- Very enjoyable visit
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

Old houses surround the yard with garden. There are rooms that represent different age in history. Very nice cafe in the garden. See more..
4.5 Kuopio Museum (49 reviews)
- Fully renovated museum
Speciality Museums

Kuopio Museum is located in a stunning Art Nouveau-style castle building completed in 1907 next to Snellman Park. This museum is the third oldest museum building in Finland after the Helsinki Ateneum (1887) and the Turku Art Museum (1904). The museum was closed for renovations in 2018. At the same time, the museum was connected to the adjacent library. The building connecting the Kuopio Museum and the City Library was opened to the public in February 2021. On our visit, the only exhibition was Leonardo da Vinci. The other exhibitions were still under construction. Kuopio Art Museum also has an exhibition of Leonardo da Vinci. So there was plenty the same at two different museums. See more..
4.5 Valkeisenlampi (47 reviews)
- Beautiful lake and park
Bodies of Water

This lake and the park around it are located near the city center. Extensive lawns and park benches give you the opportunity to stop for a picnic and enjoy the beauty of the lake. You can take a swim on the sandy beach. Valkeisenlampi is a free fishing area. The park also features a bust of Alexander Pushkin and a female sculpture named Springtime. See more..
4.5 RIISA - Orthodox Church Museum of Finland (37 reviews)
- Hidden gem
Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

RIISA is one of the most notable Orthodox church museums in Europe. The purpose of RIISA is to preserve, study and display the centuries old and unique cultural heritage of the Orthodox Church of Finland. RIISA is a museum with a soul. See more..
4.5 St. Nikolaos Cathedral (26 reviews)
- Passing by
Churches & Cathedrals

Passed this little church on my way towards the lake Kallavesi. A bright autumn day added a little extra visually. See more..
4.5 Kuopio Harbor (24 reviews)
- Kuopio Harbour - fun harbour
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks

It was hot, almost too hot. By the lakeside, or at the harbour it is not too bad. Nice area with ice cream, restaurants and boats. Even you can book a flight over Kuopio. See more..
4.5 Orinoro Gorge (19 reviews)
- Gorgeous!
Canyons

Although not easy to find, this hike brings you to a beautiful gorge . We went in wintertime which was stunning. Be careful when hiking in snowy, icy or rainy weather, as logs of the path can be very slippery. At every supermarkt or drugs store you can buy spikes for under your shoes. See more..
4.5 Vainolanniemi (18 reviews)
- A must in Kuopio
Sports Complexes

The place is so peaceful and nice, you can stay in silence, just walk around the area and enjoy the nature. I was there during the winter, and it melt my heart ;). See more..
4.5 Tahko Farmi (17 reviews)
- Nice time with horses
Spent 1-2 hours Farms

We choose this to spend time with teens in the dark. Nice idea, views were funnier to explore on a horse. We know how to ride so we hoped for more speed but it was not possible. Only afterwards on the field, which was unfortunately snowy and slippery. Anyhow it was a great experience. Prices were also very modest. See more..
4.5 Saaristokatu (17 reviews)
- Great view
Hiking Trails

We where driving there and the view was great. You van also walk or cycle there. I regommend this. There is place to buy ice cream. See more..
4.5 Kuopion Automuseo (13 reviews)
- Small auto museum
Speciality Museums

This museum contains a collection of old cars, motorbikes, and motoring-related gadgets, for example taxi meters and license plates. The entrance fee is 4 euros. The tickets are bought from the museum cafe. See more..
4.5 Moomin IceCave (12 reviews)
- Cool!
Spent 1-2 hours Playgrounds • Game & Entertainment Centers

The magical Moomin ice sculpture exhibit is open in Vesileppis' Ice Cave. Vesileppis in Leppavirta has a magical cave deep underground. The world's only ice sculpture cave is a winter wonderland. Come and feel the magic of brilliant lights, stunning soundscapes and exquisite ice sculptures. See more..
4.5 Kuopio Animal Park (10 reviews)
- Nice Summer Day
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Zoos

Great place to visit with kids. Good service and facilities, many interesting animals at farm environment. Possibility to grill own food. See more..
4.5 Southern Konnevesi National park (10 reviews)
- Tranquil and Beautiful
Spent More than 3 hours National Parks

Etala-Konnevisi Kensallispuisto (Southern Konnevisi National Park) is about 50 kms or a 45-minute car journey from Pieksamaki. We undertook a five kilometre walk around a small lake near the main entrance. The walk entailed lake-edge narrow boardwalks and many climbs and descents - some quite steep and requiring care with the highest being an ascent of 80 metres to some cliffs overlooking the lake. There are toilets and a small bbq/picnic area. It really is a beautiful and tranquil place to engage with Finland's natural beauty. See more..
4.5 Tahkon Portaat (9 reviews)
- Tough exercise, can you do it?
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Tahkon portaat or stairs offers a great high intensity exercise which is good after many days of feasting. The top gives beautiful view to Tahko and to broader forest scenes in Savo. It took us maybe 10-15 minutes to the top. See more..
4.5 Tiilikkajärven Kansallispuisto (7 reviews)
- Perfect place for a great day at pure fresh air and nature!
National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas

Highly recommended for a day trip or for camping for night also possible. Very easy to walk and guided by signs. Good to go summer to late October - scenes are just breathtaking beautiful and seasonally changing. See more..
4.5 Kuopio Music Centre (7 reviews)
- Cosy concert hall
Theaters
I have been an active visitor in Kuopio music center. The most nice thing is, that even Kuopio isn't a big city, there are suprisingly wide program of events. And even more, there are still many people to visit them! In the same building there are Kuopio concervatory and Savonia and Sibelius Academy. See more..
4.5 Riuttala Farmhouse Museum (6 reviews)
- Great place
History Museums

We went outside opening time but still they let us in and opened all the doors just for us. Very idyllic and interesting house museum. It takes hours to discover everything. There is a cafeteria where they are also selling some handicrafts. See more..
4.5 Kuopio War Veteran Museum (5 reviews)
- Good information of Finland's wars
Military Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums

A few room museum with war items (Winter and Continuation wars) and information on display. Mostly in Finnish. Worth visit if you are interested in wars. See more..
4.5 HopLop Kuopio (4 reviews)
- Веселимся все
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Amusement & Theme Parks

Если Вы ищите где провести несколько часов с детьми от года до "все мы дети" Вам именно сюда.
Площадка для маленьких с горками прыгалками бассейном с шариками и прочими лазалками. Уйма разных горок, лазелок, прыгалками, каталок...
Мы уже не в первый раз посещаем хоплоп большой компанией, а это дети 2, 12, 15 лет и "взрослые" от 30 до 70 в количестве 5 человек. Веселятся все!
С голоду тоже не упадешь, есть кафетерия, ценник на еду конечно кусается но это компенсируется тем что вход на площадку платный только детям.
Ограничений по времени нет, хоть с открытия до закрытия.
Планируйте время там на 3-4 часа.
Из одежды лучше туда брать что нибудь спортивное, ну чтобы по полной оторваться. See more..
4.5 Varkauden Teatteri (3 reviews)
- Loistavia esityksiä!
Spent 2-3 hours Theatre & Performances

Varkauden Teatteri provides interesting and mesmerizing theatre. Our every display touches and gives you the pleasure of joy. Theater in Varkaus since 1913 - because diamonds are forever! See more..
4.5 Rukajarvi-keskus (3 reviews)
- Hyvä näyttely Rukajärvi-ajasta
Spent < 1 hour Military Museums • History Museums

Monivivahteinen näyttely jatkosodan aikaisista Rukajärven suunnan tapahtumista: näyttelytilassa valokuvia selostuksineen ja esineistöä sodan ajalta, mm. puhdetöitä. Näyttelyyn voi tutustua oppaiden välityksellä (etukäteistilaus) tai opaskirjasten kautta. Pieni sisäänpääsymaksu tai esimerkiksi ryhmille erikoishintoja (väh. 10 henkeä), joihin voi sisällyttää mm. opastuksen ja Rukajärvi-menun (hyvä). Erittäin ystävällinen palvelu.
Monivivahteinen näyttely jatkosodan aikaisista Rukajärven suunnan tapahtumista: näyttelytilassa valokuvia selostuksineen ja esineistöä sodan ajalta, mm. puhdetöitä. Näyttelyyn voi tutustua oppaiden välityksellä (etukäteistilaus) tai opaskirjasten kautta. Pieni sisäänpääsymaksu tai esimerkiksi ryhmille erikoishintoja (väh. 10 henkeä), joihin voi sisällyttää mm. opastuksen ja Rukajärvi-menun (hyvä). Erittäin ystävällinen palvelu. See more..