Cidade Turismo
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Before you go

Your trip to Inari.

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Inari – Lapônia Destination Saariselkä and Inari about 329 km from Rovaniemi

How to get there

  • Aeroporto de Ivalo (IVL) Ivalo · 50 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

Confirm before booking. IVL airport is in Ivalo, with onward road travel. There are long-distance buses; check the drop-off point and arrival at your accommodation.

How many days

Two full days allow for the cultural sites and the walk to Pielpajärvi, plus arrival time.

When to go

From June to August summer usually brings prolonged daylight and possible rain. Between December and February it is typically cold with limited daylight.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Siida and Sajos can be reached on foot depending on your base. For trailheads and other lake shores, arrange transport.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Inari
  1. Morning
    Culture at Siida

    See the exhibitions and the museum’s outdoor area.

  2. Afternoon
    Architecture of Sajos

    Take the guided visit reserved in advance and observe the ensemble by the river.

  3. Late afternoon
    Village landscape

    Walk through the village core and the accessible shore, leaving Pielpajärvi for a separate day.

  4. Evening
    Staying in Inari

    Have a meal at your base and confirm transport for the start of the next day’s walk.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is Inari the administrative capital of Lapland?

No. The regional centre is Rovaniemi; Inari is a Sámi cultural reference point.

Can the Siida museum be visited without a car?

Yes. It is located in Inari’s village core.

Do I need to reserve the Sajos visit?

For the guided tour, reserve in advance on the official website.

Can the walk to Pielpajärvi fit between two museum visits?

It requires its own time slot, including the kilometres for the return.

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