Sweden Scotland View Details. Every winter in the Northern Hemisphere, the aurora borealis dances across the sky in a spectacular natural light show. Now imagine gazing up and seeing the rippling multi-coloured curtains of light arc across the night sky for yourself.
Soaking up northern lights views is a bucket list experience for many. Continue reading for our tips on the best time to see the northern lights in Finland. Not only that, we'll share our favourite places to go aurora-hunting and how to maximise your chances of spotting the northern lights.
As well as chasing the northern lights, Finland is the perfect place for enjoying activities in the snow like dog sledding. You also have the chance to meet Santa in his homeland, and stay in a hotel made of ice and snow. You can do all of this on a fun family trip to Lapland or a romantic getaway for two.
Finland stretches from its southern capital, Helsinki, on the shores of the Baltic Sea, over 1, kilometres miles north into the Arctic Circle. In this region the aurora borealis can be seen with the greatest intensity and frequency. A couple of the best places to see the northern lights in Finland are Rovaniemi and Kemi.
Why, you ask? Because here you can connect with local guides who will share their insider knowledge and favourite aurora-viewing vantage points with you. With unique places to stay and dining experiences, from the authentic to the sophisticated, couples will also love Rovaniemi. Then why not spend an afternoon dog sledding through the snow-blanketed countryside? Later, leave the bustling town and its light pollution behind to seek the northern lights on a snowmobile excursion.
