Museums in Finnish Lapland
Hello all,
Time flies. We still can not believe it has been a year since we visited Finland. The incredible dancing northern lights still come in front of our eyes occasionally. That is the magic of nature. She is the best teacher and the best nurturer. It constantly nurtures our minds with positivity and solemnity.
Arktikum Science Centre and Museum: Rovaniemi
This museum is your gateway to Arctic culture. It is one of the must-see attractions in Rovaniemi and is open all year round.
Why visit?
The museum exhibits beautiful summaries and memories of Arctic nature, culture, and history. There are beautiful exhibits with sculptures and interactive displays. We can grab a free device and listen to the detailed information on some displays. The exhibit of the northern lights is amazing. It reveals the mystery and science behind the lights through stories and animation. Apart from the older Lapland and culture, there is so much information about modern Rovaniemi also. The glass atrium gives the museum a modern yet cozy feeling of the northern culture.
Kids usually get bored in the museum, but surprisingly, our kids were fascinated by this one as it is more interactive with surprises at every exhibit.
Alongside the exhibition, there is an excellent café and a souvenir shop.
Timings:
The museum is closed on Monday
Tue–Sun 10–18
Arktikum Café
Mon 10.30–2
Tue–Fri 10.30–5
Sat-Sun 12–5
Admission
Standard admission: 20 €
Family ticket (2+2): 45 €
Children 7–15 years: 5 €
Children under 7 years: Free entry
Siida – Sámi Museum and Nature Center, Inari
This is a wonderful Museum and Nature Centre located in the heart of the Inari town, which is the homeland of the Sámi people.
There are two parts: with indoor part and an outdoor exhibit. We can learn from the geology from the Ice Age era to the present along the Sámi culture. There are beautiful photographs, artifacts, and clothes with information on the flora and fauna of the region and how they have progressed from time to time.
In the outdoor portion, huts and igloos show the way of Sámi culture and how they used to live.
You can spend 2-3 hours if you are curious about facts and culture. Each information screen is available in English, Suomi, and the local Sami language. There is a restaurant and a small, beautiful souvenir shop.
Opening hours :
Mon – Sat – 10-00:17:00
But the timings may vary so please check before visiting.
Tickets:
Adults: 15 €
Children – 0-6 €
School-age children – 7-17 €
Students, pensioners – 13 €
Family ticket – 30 €
So whenever you are in Finnish Lapland, don’t forget to visit these amazing Museums. These are visual treats for history, geology, nature, photography, culture and science enthusiasts.
Thank you..