Inari
Sami heartland, a vast wilderness lake and pure aurora skies
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Inari is the cultural heart of the Finnish Sami, a tiny village on the shore of the great Lake Inari deep in Arctic Lapland, home to the excellent Siida museum and some of the clearest northern-lights skies in Europe. Our local picks run from the lake and the wilderness church to reindeer and cloudberries. Filter by category and budget below to plan your visit.
Inari at a glance
- Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
- Best time to visit: February to March and September to October for the aurora
- Highlights: Lake Inari, the Siida Sami museum and the aurora
- Where to stay: the village of Inari or nearby Saariselka
- Local picks: a growing set of hand-chosen tips
- Getting around: a car is essential this far north
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Inari village (Sajos)
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How many days do you need in Inari?
Two to three days lets you visit the Siida museum, get out on Lake Inari and spend clear nights watching for the northern lights.
Where is the best area to stay in Inari?
The village of Inari is closest to the lake and museum, while Saariselka nearby offers more resorts and activities.
What are the best things to do in Inari?
Browse the local picks above, from the Siida Sami museum and a boat on Lake Inari to a wilderness church, husky trips and aurora watching.
What is the best time to visit Inari?
The dark, snowy winter is best for the aurora and husky safaris; late summer and autumn bring hiking and autumn colours.