See and experience Vaasa and the Vaasa Region

Winter activities

Treat yourself to a break from everyday life, make a good food bag and go out and enjoy nature or the sled hills.

Sights and attractions

Check out the most interesting sights – put on your walking shoes, hop on a bike, or get in the car and start exploring the Vaasa region!

Kvarken World Heritage Archipelago

The unique Kvarken Archipelago is Finland's only Natural World Heritage Site on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Culture experiences

Here, Nordic traditions meet international influences, offering everything from vibrant festivals and art exhibitions to concerts, theatre, and design.

Eat like a local

In the Vaasa region, enjoying good food is part of the local culture. Traditional fish soup, thick-crust pizza and beautifully presented gourmet food all go hand in hand here.

Visit Vaasa's tip lists

We have gathered the best tip lists that will surely come in handy when you’re looking for destinations, planning your vacation in Vaasa and the surrounding area, or dreaming of new experiences.

Explore the Vaasa Region

The Vaasa Region, situated on the west coast in Finland, is exotic in many ways – and certainly worth exploring.

Enjoy a city break with your friends

Gather your crew, hop on a plane, the ferry – or take the train – and get ready for a weekend filled with laughter, food, nightlife, and new experiences.

Good to know

Here you find information about tourist information, traffic, brochure and maps and other useful things to know when you visit our region.