Family trip to Oulu with children. Ideas on where to go with your child
One of the oldest cities in Northern Finland, Oulu, is attractive not only for adult tourists but also for younger travelers. Here, apart from numerous must-visit attractions (The Oulu Museum Of Art, Botanical and Zoological Park Escurial, Oulu Cathedral), you can find interesting entertainment centers and opportunities for active pastime. There shouldn't be any doubt about taking the kids with you on vacation to Oulu - they will certainly find entertainment to their liking and enjoy time spent in the city.
A must-have for guests of Oulu is the Pohjois-Pohjanmaan Museo whose exposition is dedicated to the history and culture of the northern Finnish regions. The opening of this museum took place … Open
Oulu is going to delight fans of active recreation with a variety of beautiful gardens and parks. Among them is the University of Oulu Botanical Gardens lying the shores of Lake Kuivasjarvi. … Open
The nearby Holiday Club Oulu Eden Spa is one more attractive place for the whole family in Oulu. Here you can find a jacuzzi, saunas, water slides, an outdoor pool, as well as a wave pool and a pool for the youngest children. Kids will definitely be thrilled about their visit to the center so it won't be easy to persuade them to leave it. It is worth noting the cleanliness of the facilities, which immediately fascinates visitors to the spa complex.
1. Even though one of Finland's largest international airports is located in Oulu, you can't get here directly from any country. There are many flights connecting through Helsinki. The … Open
Vauhtipuisto is another amusement park where the child’s heart fills with joy. This one offers many interesting rides and slides. The complex will be appreciated by children of various age groups. It should be noted that the park itself is beautifully decorated, and interesting sculptures and houses give it some charm. Several cafes serve treats that children love so much - ice cream, cotton candy. The following museum would be of interest to small travelers: Tietomaa Science Centre (here you can find out a lot of new information about the world around, lots of interactive exhibits, and playgrounds), Kierikki Stone Age Centre (where you can get acquainted with how people lived in primitive times), Turkansaari (in this open-air museum, you can find out how local people lived in the past and what goods they produced).
Children will be happy if their parents treat them with the best desserts - after all, it's no secret that kids love sweets so much. If your child wants to try the best fruit pies in town, go to Pannukakkutalo (by the way, it mainly serves local cuisine), fans pastries are welcome to Bisketti Cafe, and those who can't live without ice cream and curd desserts should know about Kreema. Well, if your life is not complete without pizza, Puistola Pizzeria is the right place to put it back on track.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Oulu and surroundings
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Zoos and gardens in/near Oulu
♥ Zoo 'Escurial Zoo and Flower Park' , 33.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Ranua Zoo' Ranua, 112.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Escurial Zoo and Flower Park' , 33.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Ranua Zoo' Ranua, 112.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
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