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Summer in Kuopio

What does summer in Kuopio look like? Relaxed vibes, good feelings and just the right amount of life! Lake Kallavesi sparkles nearby, it's easy to head there for a swim or just to admire the scenery. The Center of the World, or Kuopio Market Square, is bustling with visitors and great atmosphere.

Reception's best tips for visiting Kuopio!

1. Visit the Navel of the World, Kuopio Market Square

  • The heart of the city, where every visitor should stop by to experience the Savonian way of life. And you might just find some kalakukko to take home with you.

2. Admire the Views at Puijo

  • Puijo Hill and nature reserve are undoubtedly the area's most famous tourist attractions. The 75-meter-high tower offers stunning views of Kuopio city and the lake scenery of Kallavesi. You can admire the views from the tower's revolving restaurant, café, or outdoor terrace. You can buy tickets at a discount from our hotel reception.
  • Puijo also has an extensive outdoor network with excellent options for jogging and mountain biking in the summer.

3. Kallavesi Cruises

  • Experience the beauty of Kuopio from the water! The cruise season starts in May and continues until autumn evenings. Our hotel is located right next to Kuopio passenger harbor, from where inland water cruises depart daily. You can buy tickets at a discount from our hotel reception. The boats also take you to nearby wineries, where you can spend a pleasant day learning about the local wine-making culture.

4. Cycling around Kuopio

  • You can borrow bikes from our hotel free of charge for a couple of hours.
  • In Kuopio, you can also cycle with electric-assisted Vilkku bikes, which you can access by downloading the Freebike mobile app.
  • Traveling with your own bike? Our hotel has a locked bike storage in the inner courtyard, ask for more information at reception!

5. A Summer Day at Väinölänniemi

  • Kuopio's most popular beach, Väinölänniemi beach or Vänäri in Savonian dialect, is located one kilometer from our hotel. You can head to Vänäri for a beach holiday under the palms, where you'll find beach volleyball courts, a diving tower, a café, and the adventure rental Cafe Väinö, where you can rent water toys, SUP boards, games, and other equipment.

6. Trip to the animal park

  • Kuopion Eläinpuisto is located in Vehmasmäki, about 20 kilometers from Kuopio city center. The animal park is a delightful summer destination for the whole family, with enough to see for a full day. Buy tickets at a discount from our hotel reception.

7. Visit Kuopio's Museums

  • Old Kuopio Museum: You'll step into city life from hundreds of years ago.
  • Kuopio museo: You'll explore the experiential exhibition collections of Kuopio's cultural history and natural history museums.
  • KUMMA is perfect for lovers of modern and classical art.
  • Orthodox Church Museum of Finland presents the history and culture of the Finnish Orthodox Church and is a nationally and internationally significant specialized museum.
  • VB Photographic Center offers Finnish and international photography exhibitions year-round, you can get tickets at a discount from our hotel reception!

    8. Experience Kuopio's Summer Events, read more below.

    Events in Kuopio Summer 2026

    Photo: City of Kuopio / Vicente Serra

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