When daylight is scarce, you need to nurture your soul with another kind of light. Winter is no time to dive into darkness at home – it’s the perfect time to find a new spark in museums, exhibitions and restaurants along the Pohjola route!
Nurture the light within
Art is for everybody
Here along the Pohjola route, we believe culture belongs to everybody. In Oulu, a good starting point for your road trip, culture has its own twist. Be it in a museum or art exhibition, you’re about to find both widely acclaimed masterpieces and intriguing local art. A city with strong visual art traditions, Oulu is home to many professional artists, some of whom have gained international fame.
The Oulu Art Museum works in close collaboration with local artists from Oulu and its neighbouring Pohjola route destinations Liminka, Hailuoto, Ii and Tyrnävä, boasting a versatile repertoire of local art, selected Finnish visual art and international special exhibitions. The building itself has a lot of charm: it used to be the headquarters of a leather factory.
Visit the factory turned into an art museum.
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Treat your inner child.
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Walking from attraction to another – snow problem!
Take a walk in the whiteness of Oulu in winter. Within a short distance, you’ll find many popular attractions to perk up your day. Admire the Oulu Cathedral right next to the city centre, and continue towards the Ainola park just a few hundred metres further. A powerful sight, the Northern Ostrobothnia Museum stands in the middle of the Hupisaaret park area, with exhibitions for both adults and children to enjoy.
If you’re with family, your children will love Science Center Tietomaa almost as much as yourself. The Science Center offers food for thought and visualisations of the many wonders of our world from dinosaurs to local northern flora and fauna.
Warm up your taste buds
Along the Pohjola route, you’ll find delicious meals made of locally grown, pure ingredients, from hearty burgers to fine dining. Whether you’re in Oulu or one of the close-by destinations along the route, you won’t leave hungry – and you’re sure to have food for your soul as well. Book a memorable lunch or dinner at a quaint old building that used to be a retirement home or vicarage, or choose fine dining on a hilltop or at the city centre.
So put on your winter coat, your nicest woolly hat and head to the Pohjola route. We have the snow-how to warm you up with fresh and original culture.
Feel your inner light shine brighter already?
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Science CentreTietomaa
Oulu
Nature trail and birdwatching tower Hiastinhaara
Ii
Photo North's gallery
Oulu
Virkkula Birdwatching Tower at Liminka Bay
Liminka
Restaurant Mallassauna
Oulu
Frans&Camille Bistro
Oulu
Nature Cafe Loppula at Sanginjoki
Oulu
Ravintola Sarkka
Oulu
Sokeri-Jussin Kievari Restaurant
Oulu
Alvar Aalto’s Oulu River Estuary Vision: Koskikeskus
Oulu
Pilpasuo protected area and nature trails
Oulu
Liminka Bay Nature Centre
Liminka
Cafe Abraham's
Liminka
45 Special
Oulu
Hailong Chinese Restaurant
Oulu
Iin Sillat Camping and Inn
Ii
The Cheezburg Factory
Oulu
Gems of the Oulu River estuary
Oulu
The TASTE of Hailuoto - local food tastings
Hailuoto
Botanical Garden of the University of Oulu
Oulu
Children’s Cultural Centre Kotilo
Oulu
De Gamlas Hem Restaurant
Oulu
Kindergarten Visit
Oulu
Panoramic Elevator
Oulu
Classic Pizza Restaurant - carefully crafted premium-quality pizzas
Oulu
The old town of Ii - Wanha Hamina
Ii
Lapland Hotels Oulu
Oulu
Visit Oulu Brand Store
Oulu
Geocaching in Ii
Ii
1bar – Casual cocktail bar in the heart of Oulu
Oulu
Restaurant Hugo
Oulu
Sleep in hostel
Oulu
Pottery Keramiikkapaja TiinaMari
Liminka
School Visit
Oulu
A Unique Cafe Huvila in Oulu
Oulu
Ailasto accommodation
Hailuoto
Liminka Church
Liminka
Surprise Menu; a tribute to the diverse nature of the North
Oulu
Siipiweikot Oulu
Oulu
Many layers of history in Kuusiluoto
Oulu
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Bistro, Hotel Lasaretti
Oulu
Rauhala ravintola-pâtisserie
Oulu
Rosso Restaurant Valkea
Oulu
Kallen Pizzat
Oulu
Bistoria Patio
Oulu
Virpiniemi recreational area
Oulu
Kuusisaari Recreation Park
Oulu
Grill it! Oulu
Oulu
Jakkukylä suspension bridge and Purusaari
Ii
Puuilo Vasaraperä
Oulu
Experience Hut Kieppi
Hailuoto
Farm accommodation
Hailuoto
Breakfast & Private Restaurant Veranta
Oulu
Design Center Proto
Oulu
PikkuPanda Teahouse & Teashop
Oulu
Rented cottage, holiday home, cottage accommodation
Hailuoto
Charter buses and private transportation services in Oulu region
Oulu
Puistokahvila Makia Cafe
Oulu
Varikko Brewery Restaurant
Oulu
HALLI - EAT & DRINK
Hailuoto
Nallikari Aalto Apartment Hotel
Oulu
Alakestilä Arboretum in Liminka
Liminka
Keskiniemi Beacon Tower
Hailuoto
Kurkela Lounge & Dine
Oulu
Restaurant Toripolliisi, Authentic and Local food
Oulu
Sailor's trail
Ii
Oulu Cathedral
Oulu
Scandic Oulu City
Oulu
Environmental Art Park
Ii
Eanangiella - Voice of the Land 16.1.–3.5.2026
Oulu
Central Library Saari
Oulu
Bed and Breakfast by the Iijoki river
Ii
Restaurant Pannu
Oulu
Masiina
Oulu
Coffee House Café
Oulu
Varikko Brewery Shop
Oulu
Farm Products from Kujala´s farm Hailuoto
Hailuoto
Kirkkosalmi Bird Watching tower
Hailuoto
Idyllinen kartanohotelli Iissä Iijoen rannalla
Ii
Experiences in Tyrnävä: Tours, Local History, and Snowshoeing
Tyrnävä
Koiteli Residenssi accommodation villa
Oulu
Café Kaari
Oulu
Historical Rantakortteli blocks of Oulu
Oulu
Liisa Rehu Design
Oulu
Valkea Shopping Centre
Oulu
Enjoy a Relaxing Stay in the Peaceful Countryside
Liminka
Restaurant Indian Cuisine
Oulu
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Letonniemi protected area and nature trail
Oulu
Ravintolamaailma Linnanmaa
Oulu
Best Western Hotel Apollo, Oulu
Oulu
Nallikari Holiday Village - Camping, Oulu
Oulu
Iisland Cottages
Ii
Pure maku
Oulu
TurusenSaha Guesthouse
Oulu
Tyrnävä Leather Factory
Tyrnävä
SuperPark Restaurant
Oulu
Nature Resort Linnunrata / Sauna cabin
Oulu
Restaurant Liminka Bay
Liminka
De Gamlas Hem Hotel
Oulu
Oula Kitchen & Bar
Oulu
Avis Car Rental at Oulu Airport
Oulu
LUOVO Accommodation
Hailuoto
Marjaniemi Caravan park
Hailuoto
Visit Hailuoto, Hailuoto info
Hailuoto
Alvar Aalto's Toppila Sulphite Pulp Mill
Oulu
Typpi Oy – Alvar Aalto's Red Brick Industrial Community in Oulu
Oulu
Metallikausi
Oulu
Tyrnävä's beautiful and historic Dairy Street
Tyrnävä
OuluHostel AlliMaria
Oulu
Oulu Art Museum
Oulu
Oulu's Original Taxi - OTAXI
Oulu
Local Taxi Services in Kempele
Oulu
Nallikari Lighthouse
Oulu
Traditional Holiday Cottages in Nallikari, Oulu
Oulu
Experience Space VISIO
Oulu
Restaurant Ule
Oulu
Cafe Magnolia Coffee & Bakery
Oulu
Iin Paviljongin majoitus upeissa jokimaisemissa
Ii
Sanginjoki Nature Reserve
Oulu
Wooden Karjasilta from the reconstruction era
Oulu
Park Hotel Liminka
Liminka
Mallaskellari - Cozy craft beer pub at Rotuaari
Oulu
Pohjolan Matka Charter Coaches Oulu
Oulu
Oulujoki Church
Oulu
Wine Tasting
Liminka
Hupisaaret Islands city park
Oulu
Taxi and charter services Ii
Ii
J&S BURGER
Ii
Oulu Tourist Information
Oulu
Puistola Cafe & Bakery
Oulu
Restaurant Harald
Oulu
Hotel Liminka Bay
Liminka
Airport Taxi Service in Oulu
Oulu
Varjakka industrial heritage site and nature trail
Oulu
Ravintolamaailma Limingantulli
Oulu
Puuilo Rusko
Oulu
Oulu Shop in Oulu Tourist Info
Oulu
On Animal Trails
Oulu
Cultural Centre Valve
Oulu
Wooden old town in Pikisaari Island
Oulu
Kiikku Garden Grill / Moonlight BBQ
Oulu
Restaurant Nallikari
Oulu
Avis Car Rental in Oulu
Oulu
Tent site in Nallikari Holiday Village, Oulu
Oulu
Taito Shop Oulu
Oulu
Restaurant La Sinfonia
Oulu
Traditional Fishing Harbour Kiviniemi
Oulu
Regional Bus Transport Oulu - Ii
Ii
Lähde! wellness art park
Ii
Tiima
Oulu
Fuchka
Oulu
Varikko Taproom & Terrace
Oulu
Oulu Museum
Oulu
Amarillo Restaurant Oulu
Oulu
Joku Paikallinen Pubi | Local pub for darts & karaoke in Tuira, Oulu
Oulu
The FLAME of Hailuoto - OPEN FIRE DINING AT HUT
Hailuoto
Restaurant Caspian
Oulu
Mediterranean Restaurant
Oulu
Zivago
Oulu
Oulu Market Hall
Oulu
Cafe / Bar KIIKKU
Oulu
Mon Chou - French Pastry Shop
Oulu
Mourunki lake
Oulu
The WINE IN THE WOODS of Hailuoto - WINE TASTING
Hailuoto
Cafe Hanna
Oulu
Local Taxi Services in Liminka
Liminka
Restaurant Puistola
Oulu
Scandic Oulu Station
Oulu
Cafe Kaija
Hailuoto
OTAXI VIP for Premium Taxi Wishes
Oulu
Tyrnävä Municipal Exhibition Space
Tyrnävä
Burgers
Oulu
Original Sokos Hotel Arina, Oulu
Oulu
Aurora Revelare
Oulu
Night at Reenis
Oulu
Hietasaari recreational area
Oulu
Liisa & Moss Wonderland
Oulu
Smokehouse 299, Smoked burgers & BBQ
Tyrnävä
Top 5 attractions in Oulu!
Oulu
Nordic Art Hotel Lasaretti
Oulu
Tuba Food & Lounge
Oulu
Deluxe Poiju Villas by the Sea in Nallikari, Oulu
Oulu
Merihelmi Camping in the Gulf of Bothnia
Ii
Hirsilampi apartments
Oulu
Radisson Blu Hotel Oulu
Oulu
Menevä Taxi Service Oulu Area
Oulu
Guided Transportation from Oulu Airport to Oulu
Oulu
Oulu Market Square Policeman statue
Oulu
Cafe / Bar KIIKKU
Oulu
Restaurant and winebar VENN
Oulu
Design Shop Proto
Oulu
Bacaro Doppio Café
Oulu
GreenStar Hotel Oulu
Oulu
KulttuuriKauppila Art Centre
Ii
Pastel-coloured wooden Raksila
Oulu
Lake side Cottage Villa Wuotanka
Oulu
Cafe Olosauna
Oulu
Nallikari – the Riviera of the North
Oulu
Breakfast by the sea
Oulu