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Haparanda

Dive into Haparanda, Sweden, where quirky meets cozy! Stroll along the Torne River, savor Swedish pastries at local cafés, and witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights dance over the Arctic skies. Explore lively markets, chat with friendly locals, and uncover the charm of this border town that straddles two cultures. Adventure and delight await in this hidden gem!

Recommendations

Landmark4.3/5

Haparanda Stad

Culture3.9/5

Haparanda Church

Shop4.2/5

Northern Lights Shopping

Transport4.4/5

Haparanda Hamn

Landmark3.8/5

Haparanda Discgolf

Landmark4.3/5

Haparanda Golfklubb

Shop4.1/5

IKEA Haparanda Tornio

Landmark4.3/5

Haparanda I Centrum

Landmark4.3/5

Båtklubben Bothnia

Culture4.2/5

Haparanda Library

Landmark5/5

Vuono Skjutbana

Landmark4.3/5

Haparanda Beach

Eat$$$4/5

Leilani Restaurant

Eat$$$3.9/5

Restaurang Milano

Eat$$$4.4/5

Restaurang Minerva

Eat$$$4.2/5

Ravintola Paja 1873

Eat$$$4.4/5

Konditoriet

Stays

Stay$$$4.55/5

Torandan Merilinna

Toranda Merilinna is a villa located by the Tornio river, 5 km from central Tornio and Haparanda. The hotel features a sauna and a terrace. The kitchen features a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. A dining table and a flat-screen TV are also provided. Kemi Tornio Airport is 20 km away.

Stay$$$4.5/5

Kukkolaforsen Turist & Konferens

<h2>Beachfront Location</h2> Kukkolaforsen Turist & Konferens in Haparanda offers a private beach area and beachfront access. Guests can relax on the terrace or enjoy the open-air bath. <h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, river views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a refrigerator, TV, and parquet floors. <h2>Dining Experience</h2> A family-friendly restaurant serves seafood and local cuisine in a traditional and romantic ambience. Breakfast includes local specialities, warm dishes, and a buffet. <h2>Activities and Attractions</h2> Guests can enjoy skiing and hiking nearby. Points of interest include Haparanda Järnvägsstation (1.7 km) and Tornio Kirkko (18-minute walk).

Stay4.45/5

Stadium Apartments Finland

Stay$$$$4.4/5

Grand Hotel Mustaparta

<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Grand Hotel Mustaparta in Tornio offers family rooms with private bathrooms, saunas, and city views. Each room includes a work desk, sofa bed, and free WiFi. <h2>Convenient Facilities</h2> Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lift, outdoor seating area, luggage storage, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a sauna, tea and coffee maker, and a continental buffet breakfast. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 25 km from Kemi Tornio Airport, the hotel is a 9-minute walk from Tornio Kirkko and 1.1 km from Lapin Kulta Panimo. An ice-skating rink is nearby. Highly rated for its sauna, breakfast, and convenient location.

Stay$$$$4.35/5

Boutique Hotel Mustaparta

Offering a sun terrace and views of the city, Hotel Mustaparta is situated in Tornio, 1.4 km from Haparanda. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and a la carte restaurant. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms come with a private bathroom. Hotel Mustaparta features free WiFi . There is a shared lounge at the property. Kemi Tornio Airport is 22 km from the property.

Stay4.15/5

Haparanda Stadshotell

Offering a popular á la carte restaurant and turn of the century ambiance, the historical Haparanda Stadshotell features a sauna, bar and free WiFi access. The Torne Älv River is 300 metres away. Each guest room here will provide you with a TV, desk and a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer. At Haparanda Stadshotell other facilities offered include luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including darts. The activities and services of Finnish twin city Tornio are also within easy reach. The property offers free parking. Ikea Haparanda is 4 minutes' drive away.

Stay$$$$4.05/5

Park Hotel Tornio

Located 250 metres from Lappari Activity Park and 10 minutes' walk from Haparanda, this hotel features 3 restaurants. There is also a relaxation area with 3 saunas and an indoor pool and gym. WiFi and sauna access is free. Park Hotel Tornio’s modern rooms include a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower. Dining options include á la carte restaurant Aino, cozy Park Bistro and Park Arena event- restaurant. Park Hotel regularly hosts dancing and live entertainment. Live sports can be enjoyed in one of the bars. The 17th-century Tornio Church and the Aine Art Museum are within 5 minutes' walk. Rajalla Shopping Centre is 10 minutes' walk away. Activities like white water rafting and snowmobile safaris can be arranged on request.

Stay4.1/5

Cape East

Stay4.1/5

Kongressihotelli Joentalo

Stay4.1/5

Hotel Olof

Stay4/5

Svefi Vandrarhem

Stay3.7/5

River Motell & Vandrarhem (Haparanda Camping)

Stay3.6/5

Haparanda Camping

Things To Do
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5/5

4 h

Snowmobile drive experience

Experience an Unforgettable Snowmobile Adventure for the Whole Family! Welcome to a program where safety and family-friendliness combine with an unforgettable experience. The whole family, including children, can enjoy snowmobiling safely in a sled, allowing everyone to experience the joys of winter at their own pace. The adventure culminates in a cozy cabin moment, enjoying hot drinks and delicious sausages. This perfect blend of excitement, comfort, and relaxation makes the experience memorable for the entire family.

$137.62

5/5

Northern Lights Trip to a Magical Place in Lapland

On our Northern Lights tour, you’ll experience the beauty of northern nature and the clear, starry sky. Our location is 100 meters above sea level in Kivalo, Keminmaa, the darkest and highest point in the Kemi area. Thanks to the altitude, the view of the sky is vast, offering an incredible opportunity to see and experience the Northern Lights. We provide a cozy space where you can enjoy the warmth of the fireplace, savor drinks, and enjoy light snacks. A professional photography service is available on-site, and we’ll send stunning full-resolution Northern Lights photos straight to your email. The site is accessible, with warm and cozy facilities, and is suitable for both large and small groups.

$113.53

4.8/5

5 h

Ice fishing experience

Private Pond: Enjoy the serenity of our exclusive pond, offering a unique winter setting. Ice Fishing: Experience the thrill of ice fishing, with our catch turned into a delicious trout soup. Snowshoeing: Explore snowy landscapes with ease using snowshoes. Family-Friendly: Designed for all ages, with sledding and snowman-building for the little ones. Guides and Transportation: Our friendly guides pick you up from Kemi or Tornio for a 45-minute hassle-free journey. Unforgettable Memories: Create lasting memories in Lapland's enchanting winter scenery. Book your spot for a day of magic in the heart of Lapland!

$136.47

4.7/5

3 h

Northern Lights Auroras from Kemi-Tornio with Pickup

Over 90% of our customers have caught the Auroras last 5 years. During the tour you learn the basics of Aurora hunting so that you can also hunt them down by yourself for example if going further North. We provide also possibility for photoshootings when Auroras caught.

$113.53

3 h

Resurrecting Rungius with Pick-Up & Drop-off

We pick you up from Kemi and Haparanda-Tornio hotels, stations etc. to visit the Nicolaus Rungius in his home church in Keminmaa. Rungius was vicar priest in Kemi village at 16th century. He died in 1629 and never rottened. Rungius can be seen during summer in his open coffin in the old St. Michael’s Church in Keminmaa. On the same trip we can also visit the top of Sea Lapland, the viewtower of Kalli outdoor area to see the landscapes of Kemi-Tornio area. After visiting the tower we drive you back.

$56.19

From Tornio: Icebreaker Sampo Cruise with icefloating program

Your experience begins with a choice of pickup from selected locations in Tornio and Haparanda. After check‑in you have time to visit the area before the shuttle continues to Kemi Harbor to board the Icebreaker Sampo. Once on board, you will be welcomed with a non‑alcoholic drink before joining a guided tour that introduces the vessel’s history and operations. The cruise travels through the frozen Gulf of Bothnia, where you can experience floating among the ice in a thermal survival suit. When conditions permit, you may also step out onto the frozen sea. Throughout the cruise, warm indoor lounges and an onboard café‑restaurant offer comfortable spaces to relax. Lunch is included on afternoon departures and served in the ship’s restaurant. At the end of the experience, you will receive a participation certificate as a keepsake before returning to drop of locations.

$498.86

7 h

From Rovaniemi Shopping Day Tour to Sweden

This is the only shopping day tour crossing from Rovaniemi into Sweden, a small group, private style experience for a maximum of 8 guests, hosted personally by the owner. Unlike big bus tours, you get door to door pickup, a relaxed pace, insider tips on the best cross-border deals, and personal photos of your group along the way. Stand in two countries and two time zones in one day, and enjoy a memorable, weather-independent adventure that no one else in Rovaniemi offers. What you'll experience: The Border Marker (Rajamerkki) — Start with a unique photo moment at the official Finland–Sweden border. Stand with one foot in each country, in two time zones at once, as your guide captures the memory. Salmon Sculpture — Candy World — Rajalla på Gränsen & ICA Maxi — Optional stops (just let your guide know): IKEA Haparanda, the world's northernmost IKEA — Haglöfs Factory Outlet —