5 Workshops & Classes in Finland Worth Booking

1.Cross-Country Ski Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $88Our pick

Meet Tiina or another English-speaking instructor at Outdoor Expert Saariselkä, collect your skis and poles, then learn classic or freestyle technique on the local track. This 1.5-hour private or small-group lesson suits first-timers and experienced skiers who want help with braking, balance, or other technical problems.

“The guide (Tiina, i think) i had was a lovely lady, she was patient and understanding of me being hard of hearing, also what I learned? braking is hard 😅”

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2.Lappish Cooking Master Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $162

Ride about 30 minutes from Rovaniemi to a cottage near Tahtamalmapi Lake. With Elena or Eliana guiding the cooking, you will prepare creamy Finnish salmon soup, taste it together, and finish with homemade berry pie. Pickup, English instruction, and groups of up to eight are included.

“Amazing experience. We're good food. Nice location in the middle of 2 lakes. Super stunning and welcoming people.”

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3.Northern Lights Hunting with Aurora Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $199

Start at Xwander Basecamp in Ivalo with a workshop led by guides such as Anne and Quentin. Learn Aurora science, forecasting, and camera settings, then ride into low-light-pollution areas around Inari to hunt for the lights. Hot drinks, snacks, guide photos, and transfers from Ivalo are included.

“This activity was amazing! The guide was very nice and friendly, and she told us many interesting things about the Northern Lights, the area, and its people. I would recommend this experience to everyone!”

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4.Reindeer Antler Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $77Best value

In Äkäslompolo, you’ll spend 2 to 2.5 hours in a cozy upstairs studio crafting two reindeer antler magnets, pendants, keychains, or earrings. You’ll practice your design on paper, ink it with a glass pen, and finish it with protective varnish. English is offered.

“We had a great time with family. In a warm, calm and relaxing environment.Auto-translated”

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5.Workshop – Aurora painting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $135

Spend 2.5 hours with artist Elena learning to paint the Aurora, even if you have never held a brush. Visit a traditional Lapland house, hear local culture stories, enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and pulla, then take home your own handmade souvenir.

“We absolutely enjoyed the masterclass! The artist was very friendly and explained every step, so it was easy to follow. All materials were provided. We created wonderful paintings and learned a lot. We would absolutely recommend this activity!!”

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