Travelling is most comfortable when the whole family can come along - even those furry, four-legged family members. Oulu makes this easy, with plenty of dog-friendly services and experiences. Hotels welcome dogs, cafés and restaurants have plenty of places where they can be pawed, and there are beautiful outdoor trails from beaches to parks. In this article, you'll find tips on the best places to stay, places to eat and activities to enjoy together - because in Oulu, it's all about family fun.
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Where to stay with a dog in Oulu? Dog-friendly hotels and accommodation tips
Oulu has many hotels and accommodation options where pets are also warmly welcome. Dog-friendly hotels in the city centre include Original Sokos Hotel Arina, Radisson Blu Hotel Oulu, Hotel Apollo,Scandic and GreenStar Hotel Oulu.
In Nallikari holiday village pets can get into the holiday mood in Messi Summer Cottages, Holiday Cottages and also in some of the Poiju Villa Soolo apartments. Pets are welcome throughout the camping area, and there is also a dog enclosure where your furry friends can romp freely. Located in Haukiputa, the Taiga Resort welcome dogs in some of their apartments, and also Villa Uleån there is one villa where pets can stay comfortably with the rest of the family.
Dog-friendly restaurants and cafés in Oulu
Many restaurants and cafés in Oulu are happy to welcome four-legged customers. Some restaurants welcome dogs inside, and many terraces allow them to enjoy the outdoors with the owner.
Restaurants where dogs are allowed to enter:
- Venn
- Rooster
- Tuba
- Oula Kitchen & Bar
- Mallassauna
- Bistro Mesu
- Fuchka
- Italica Taberna
- The Sea Island of Hietasaari
Restaurants where you can bring your dog on the terrace:
- Alfred
- Puistola
- Amarillo
Cafés:
- Villa Hannala
- Cafe Kiikku
- Star Tower Café
- The Moth's Mood Cupboard
- Bacaro Doppio (for terrace only)
- Coffee House (terrace only)
- Makia (for terrace only)
With your dog in Oulu - outdoor activities and swimming spots
Oulu is a city full of dogs - there are as many as 20 dog enclosures, where furry friends can run, play and catch up on the day with each other. The jewel of the city centre is Hupisaarten Dog Park, whose lush green surroundings make an outdoor experience particularly enjoyable.
In the summer, the bucket list for dogs also includes puckering! Although there are no official dog swimming beaches right now, there are plenty of places to swim. In the city centre you can take your dog for a swim, for example Sonnisaari, Lammassaari and the small beaches of Pikisaari, while In Hietasaari paws get wet on the shores of Toppilansaari. A little further away, waiting Lake Pyykösjärvi, Lake Kuivasjärvi, Lake Valkiaisjärvi dog park, Lake Papinjärvi in Oulunsalo, Jääli Monttu and Fractured wood in Haukiputa.
Experiences with your dog in Oulu
In Oulu, four-legged friends can also join in the many experiences. for the Speed Park area pets are welcome - and in the summer, your dog can also jump on board a local train. Potnapekan trailer, which will charm children, adults and furry friends alike.
For culture lovers, there are great places to visit where dogs are welcome to accompany you. Turkansa Island Outdoor Museum the museum area and The Stone Age village of Kierik offer experiences that combine history and outdoor activities.
Oulu's famous sauna culture is also dog-friendly: dogs can enjoy the company of their owners On the terrace of the Koivuranta sauna and in a cosy In the café of the outdoor sauna. This way the whole family - including the paws - can experience the unique atmosphere of Oulu together.
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