The 5 Best Workshops & Classes in Finland

1.Cross-Country Ski Lesson

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

Meet your English or Finnish instructor at Outdoor Expert Saariselkä, collect your skis and poles, then practice on the ski track. Beginners are guided toward classic style, while experienced skiers can work on freestyle technique or specific problems. Instructor Tiina is noted for patient, clear coaching.

“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

Meet your pickup in Rovaniemi at 3 pm, then ride about 30 minutes to a cottage near Tahtamalmapi Lake. With Elena, also called Eliana in tour details, you’ll make creamy Finnish salmon soup, share the meal, and enjoy homemade berry pie. Andrey and Darya may provide the ride and local stories.

“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

Meet guides such as Anne and Quentin at Xwander Basecamp in Ivalo for a short Aurora Borealis workshop, then ride into Inari’s darker wilderness. You’ll learn forecasting and camera settings, follow changing cloud conditions, and receive hot drinks, snacks, guide photos, and transfers from Ivalo.

“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

At Arctic Artefact in Äkäslompolo, you’ll spend 2 to 2.5 hours creating two reindeer antler magnets, pendants, keychains, or earrings. Practice an Arctic-inspired symbol on paper, then ink it onto antler and finish it with protective varnish. The candlelit upstairs studio suits ages 5 to 99, with groups limited to eight.

“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 an English-speaking artist creating your own Aurora painting, even if you have never held a brush before. You will visit a traditional Lapland house, hear stories about local culture, and enjoy Finnish sweets with tea, coffee, or hot chocolate. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and groups are limited to eight.

“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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