Kuopio

Nature

Kallavesi

Kallavesi is the largest lake in the Kuopio area of eastern Finland, and the tenth-largest in the country overall. Its shores offer relaxing views to enjoy.

Temples & religious sites

Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Kuopio

Completed in 1903, this Orthodox cathedral stands out for its distinctive red brick-finished exterior. It remains an active place of worship for the local Orthodox community, letting visitors experience both its architecture and its spiritual atmosphere.

Temples & religious sites

Kuopio Cathedral

A Neoclassical Lutheran cathedral in Kuopio, Finland, built in the early 1800s. A bust of Johan Vilhelm Snellman stands in the square in front, making it worth a stop as well.

Views & landmarks

Puijo tower

An observation tower atop Puijo Hill in Kuopio, opened in 1963. Standing 75 meters tall with a revolving restaurant, it became known as the first rotating observation restaurant in the Nordic countries.

Temples & religious sites

Saint Joseph's Church, Kuopio

A Catholic church in downtown Kuopio dedicated to Saint Joseph. It's a nice stop to make while exploring the city.

Museums & galleries

Kuopio Museum

An Art Nouveau museum building next to Snellman Park in Kuopio, Finland. Its distinctive facade draws inspiration from Finnish castles, and it's also the third-oldest purpose-built museum building in the country.

Shopping & districts

Kuopio Market Hall

This Art Nouveau market hall stands on Kuopio's Market Square. It houses many shops, making it a great place to browse local food and specialty products.

Temples & religious sites

Männistö Church

Männistö Church is a Lutheran church in Kuopio's Männistö district, designed by architect Juha Leiviskä and completed in 1992. Visitors can also admire the altarpiece painted by Markku Pääkkönen.