Oulu pytings and other great places

Oulu's sites and attractions are a tangible demonstration of how northern nature and urban culture go hand in hand. You can choose the theme of your visit from the layers of Oulu's architecture to the sweetest spots of the local countryside.

The best of Finnish nature

Oulu offers a mix of water bodies, swamps and forests, so you can choose from the best or enjoy the whole range.

There is nothing to see here!

You know that Oulu is not afraid of Toripolliis, right? The must-do thing on a trip to Oulu is to take a picture with the statue of a puffball poking around on Torinranta!

Leap into new worlds

Immerse yourself in the story while sitting on a soft seat in the theatre. In the theatre and cinema, you can instantly travel to other worlds and other times.

Tune in to the art scene

Through art and history, you can feel for a moment like someone else. Let's enjoy with all our senses!

Capital of Culture 2026

Oulu, Tampere and Savonlinna competed to become the European Capital of Culture 2026. Oulu was one degree better, and won!

See what Oulu has to offer in terms of culture

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