Reindeer, saunas, endless nature, Lapland, the Arctic Circle, long summer days, quiet but welcoming locals and Helsinki's top nightlife all await you here.
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Budget Accommodation in Finland
Backpacker hostels are widespread and many of them are HI affiliated but camping offers the cheapest option. Most campsites are open from June to August but wild camping is also fine as long as you're not in a privately owned area. If you're hiking in the northern trails you can stay for free in the wilderness huts but be prepared to share.
A Traveller's Budget for Finland
Trains are the fastest and most economical way to travel around the country other than self propulsion by bike or otherwise, take advantage of the Finnrail passes which give you unlimited travel for a set period of time if you plan on a few journeys. Buses run over most of the country but are a bit pricier than the trains. If you do want to travel under your own steam, there are miles upon miles of bike trails so it shouldn't be a problem.
Most towns have covered market places for cheap snacks and supermarkets are always a good option for those on a budget, as are the all you can eat buffets which are extremely popular. These seem to be mainly concentrated around lunchtime so fill up early.
Activties on a budget in Finland
-Cycling. Take advantage of the numerous bike trails
-Have a lakeside sauna with the locals
-Visit Santa in Lapland
-Watch the Aurora Borealis in the north of Finland during the winter months
-Visit the Aland Islands and go trekking and camping - there are bridges
between most of the islands and the ferries are free
-Get a Helsinki card in the capital, it gives free entry into many attractions
and free use of urban public transport
