Oulu
Harbor View of Oulu during the summer. Located on the Gulf of Bothnia, Oulu is the 6th largest city in Finland and largest city in the North. There are various activities to do in Oulu, whether it be cultural or in nature. With cobblestone streets and a fresh breeze coming from the sea, Oulu is a wonderful place to slip away to. Oulu also has a variety of wonderful restaurants and international cuisine's, such as Finnish, Indian, Chinese, Russian, Greek, and Turkish. Also, many pizzerias and even McDonalds, too. Not to mention the various cafes to grab some coffee and enjoy the various Finnish pastries. During the summer, the streets are filled with ice cream stands and people enjoying the day outside drinking a cider or just watching passer-byes. There is something for everyone in Oulu. Whether it be attending a performance in the theatre, an exhibition in the art museums, attending a symphony orchestra performance, enjoying the surroundings on a warm summer day, or shopping until you can no longer walk, you will never run out of things to do. There is also plenty of nightlife for those interested, too. Possible activities: Historical city guided tour, city art museum (Altogether 9 art museums in Oulu and we do provide professional exhibition guiding), Oulu theatre, Oulu symphony orchestra, river cruises, scenic and informative bicycle tours(takes you through and along the scenic outskirts, historic sights, and over many of the 282 bridges), Tietomaa Science Center (Very popular with children and the whole family), shopping at Stockman, a visit to Eden Resort spa located at Nalikari Beach, camping, cross-country skiing, golf, go to see Oulu's professional hockey team-the Kärpät during the winter or Oulu's baseball team during the summer, spend a day at the island of Hailuoto where you can explore the island, swim, fishing, relax by the sea, or bird watching. It is also possible to stay in Oulu and travel to nearby places like Kemi (world's largest snow castle & ice breaker ship), Rovaniemi (Santa's village & Lapland), Iso-Syöte Ski Resort, Ruka Ski Resort, Kuusamo,Vuokatti. *Ski and snowboard resorts nearby Oulu: Iso-Syöte, Ruka, Pyhä, and Vuokatti. Other resorts in Lapland: Levi, Ylläs, Saariselkä. **The second weekend of March each year is the world's oldest and longest cross country skiing trip (tervahiihto-healthy ski). The event is 114 years old and is worth taking part. So, if in Oulu during this time, join the 2,000 skiers and be part of a fun event, Finnish Culture, and history. You can ski for fun or competition. More information can be provided about registration, group discounts, and everything included.
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