Rovaniemi
At once deeply rooted in local culture and up for a good time, Uitto celebrates in its decor the local lumberjacks of legend, and the best order is a…
Must-see nightlife in Finland
Central Finland
In a central corner position, Ulrika has one of the town's sunniest terraces, strewn with wicker chairs, and a cinematic-themed interior with film reels,…
The Finnish Lakeland
A short walk from the city centre is this excellent bar with a spacious wooden terrace and plenty of lively student and academic discussion lubricated by…
Häme
A real Lahti success story, this pub has been serving its own beers, ciders and single-malt whisky to loyal regulars since 1994. It’s got a welcoming…
Helsinki
Glistening mosaic tiles, chandeliers, fringed lamps and vintage velvet sofas make Vin-Vin a super-stylish spot for a glass and a cheese or charcuterie…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
Helsinki might be a long way from Tommyknocker Brewery in the small Colorado mountain town of Idaho Springs, but its medal-winning ales and lagers rotate…
Kallio
Between Hakaniemi and Sörnäinen metro stations, this famed club is the place to find Helsinki’s more experimental beats from top visiting DJs playing…
The Finnish Lakeland
Savonlinna’s best pub is compact and cosy, offering an excellent variety of international bottled beers, a decent whisky selection and friendly service…
Kuopio
This historic 19th-century sailors’ hang-out by the harbour is a cosy, comfortable spot with a range of local characters. It has a decent pool table and a…
Oulu
Filled with memorabilia (musical instruments, old bottles, black-and-white photos and more), this convivial Irish pub has a brilliant selection of craft…
Tampere
Popular with both Finns and expats, this rambling Irish pub is handy for the train station and has plenty of time-worn, comfortable seating and an air of…
Helsinki
On the top of Kamppi shopping centre, this classy venue makes the most of the inspiring city views. It's divided into three sections, with a bar area – a…
Helsinki
Lingering over an after-dinner drink is a habit the Spaniards know well. Introducing this habit into Finnish culture is the rooftop bar at Scandic Hotel…
Kuopio
In a blue-and-white timber building right on the harbour, this popular place has a rear deck and front terrace where patrons can sit and watch the boats…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
From source to table it's a very short journey here – the beer is brewed in the cellar downstairs then served in the cool street-level bar that wouldn't…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
Signed guitars, drums and posters cover the walls of this rock and roll bar, which functions as a before- and after-party for gigs around town for…
Mariehamn
Housed in a classic 19th-century wooden house, Dino's is a cosy restaurant as well as a convivial drinking establishment and excellent music venue. In…
Punavuori & Ullanlinna
A lighthearted Spanish theme here is backed up by hanging hams, wine barrels, guitars and bullfighting posters. It's an atmospheric spot for a glass of…
Häme
You'll feel as if you're enjoying a drink at a friend's house when at this wine bar next to the Skogster Museum. The space features comfortable cane…
Central Finland
The big glassed-in terrace at this year-round central bar packs out at night in the ski season and has its own fast-food kiosk. There’s karaoke nightly …
Helsinki
Attracting an older, relaxed crowd, this stylish spot alongside Esplanadi has a lounge bar, a cocktail bar with drinks themed for countries around the…
Kallio
Lime-green light fittings, geometric wallpaper, framed photography and art; and turntables spinning jazz make Good Life a great neighbourhood hang-out…
Oulu
When it’s cold and snowy outside, there’s nowhere cosier than this pub, decorated with suits of armour and sporting trophies. Sink into a leather armchair…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
This down-and-dirty pub is a Hamina institution. It's long been the hang-out of sailors and soldiers, but it's a big, friendly place that welcomes all…
Helsinki
Finland’s most famous gay venue (Don’t Tell Mama) now occupies smart premises in a very out-of-the-closet location on the city’s main street. There are…
Turku
This fab late-night haunt is a fanboy’s dream – comics paper the walls and you can browse its huge (mostly English-language) collection. More than 70…
Turku
One of the most popular boat bars in Turku, Donna has a downstairs nightclub and open-air seating up on deck. It serves great cocktails and local Finnish…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
Kotka's quirkiest bar is this 1950s railway carriage attached to a steam locomotive, with great cocktails and beer on tap. Terrace tables overlook the…
Rovaniemi
Dark yet clean and modern, this rock bar has a fine variety of bottled beers, memorabilia on the walls and a good sound system. A Finnish rock bar is what…
The Finnish Lakeland
By the kauppatori and harbour, this pub is owned by the local brewery and has a great summer terrace that's perfect for a sundowner. Come here for a drink…
Oulu
With a bohemian clientele and a dive-bar feel, this characterful place is an Oulu favourite: locals describe it as the city's living room. Streetside…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
You can dock your boat right next to this serene summer bar floating on a platform in the middle of the lake. If you don't have your own boat, staff will…
Helsinki
Part of a knot of bars on this street just off Mannerheimintie in the heart of town, this unpretentious place stands out for its old-time Finnish…
Helsinki
Built between 1886 and 1888, this elegant old lightship was sunk by the Russians in 1918 and subsequently raised and repaired. The deck provides a…
Karelia
Live music plays most nights aboard this former timber transporter built in 1914, now moored on the Pielisjoki. Wood-fired pizzas are cooked on the…
Karelia
Sunsets are spectacular from this bar perched on the Pyhäselkä lake's edge, with a resident peg-leg pirate statue and seating on the terrace and pier, as…
Oulu
This grungy three-level club pulls a good mix of people for its downstairs rock and more mainstream top floor. There’s a small cover charge on weekends…
Turku & Finland's South Coast
A legendary sailors’ boozer, right down to the ships’ flags and saucy paintings, with live music and a great terrace. The rules state that if someone asks…
Karelia
Close to the rapids, in leafy surrounds overlooking a splashing fountain, this stylish Arctic-white bar opens to an umbrella-shaded terrace (heated in…
Kuopio
Just off the kauppatori, this friendly cafe has a twee interior and a vintage-style red espresso machine that's used to make great coffee. Enjoy one with…
