Visit to Sámi Museum Siida and Inari Village - Saariselkä
Overview
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6 hours
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Travel north in comfort to the cultural heart of Lapland and discover the spirit of the Sámi homeland in Inari. This scenic day trip takes you through Arctic landscapes to the shores of breathtaking Lake Inari, one of Finland’s most iconic northern lakes.
At the award-winning Siida Museum, step into the living story of the Sámi people and the Arctic environment through immersive exhibitions and a guided museum experience. Recognized as the European Museum of the Year 2024, Siida offers an engaging journey into northern traditions, nature, and heritage. You’ll also have time to browse authentic Sámi handicrafts and locally crafted souvenirs at the museum shop.
A relaxed lunch at the museum restaurant completes the experience, blending culture, comfort, and northern hospitality. Ideal for travelers looking for meaningful Sámi cultural experiences, authentic Lapland day tours, and unforgettable Arctic scenery in Finland.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Saariselka
Lapland Welcome Safari Office. Here you will be prepared for the trip: we will give you Winter gear which is included in the price.
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Pickup included
What‘s Included
Entrance to Siida museum and guided tour
Organizer's liability insurance
Lunch
Guidance services
Winter adventure gear
Transportation
Ivalo transfer available for additional fee
Pickup points
Star Arctic Hotel
Kaunispaa Saariselka Finland
Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort
Kiilopaantie 9 Saariselka Finland
Fell Centre Kiilopaa
Kiilopaantie 620, Saariselka Finland
Galdu Hotel & Spa
1 Viskitie Saariselka Finland
Wilderness Hotel Muotka
Muotkantie 204 Saariselka Finland
Santa's Hotel Tunturi
Lutontie 16 Saariselka Finland
Holiday Club Saariselka
Saariselantie 7, Saariselka Finland
Northern Lights Village Saariselka
Rovaniementie 3222E Inari Finland
Aurora Collection
Koivutie 2 Saariselka Finland
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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Climber45680241799,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Region of mandatory visit for those who want to know Lapland , by the way in Finland everything must be visited . There was a desire to go there in the winter.
Understanding the Lapland
Giorgio B,Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00it is a nice experience riding in the Lapland admiring the artic landscape and understanding the Sami´s lifestyle in the museum
Wonderful time at the Sami Siida museum
codnyc,Dec 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time at the Sami museum. It is beautiful museum and we learned so much about the landscape and Sami culture and the connections to the land. Our guide, David, had a lot of local knowledge and gave us additional dimensions about what we learned. He also brought us to a special stop to have our picture taken with a signpost to Murmansk! I highly recommend this tour. In addition to all the other things to do in Lapland, it’s important to learn about the culture of the local people, plus, it’s really interesting!
Overall dissappointing
Donald K,Mar 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00Our guide, David, was excellent. Very friendly and informative. He suggested photo stops on the road to Inari which we wouldn't have known about. He also stopped of in Ivalo for souvenir shopping, and took an unscheduled diversion to the top of thecski slopes in Saariselka. The museum is interesting, but compact. The Sami village is a collection of huts and dwellings, but there are no Sami people there to interact with or meet. In my opinion, the description on the Viator website is a little misleading in this respect. You could easily get a bus to Inari and visit the museum for much much less.
Sami Village and Siida Museum.
Linda L,Nov 6, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent guide who was extremely knowledgeable. She was very flexible and ensured we had a wonderful time. Learning about the Sami people and their way of life was really interesting. The day was very relaxed and enjoyable.
Must go place
Ujjal Ray,Jan 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is an excellent place. This village is full of activities in winter; you can do Aurora hunting by bus, snowmobile, in foot as well, Lapland Safari is a good option for that. Husky tour is excellent by Husky & Co. Skiing is perfect from here, the lifts are there in the village, they have renting place for skiing which is huge and excellent and have beginners classes as well. Riekonlinna Hotel by Lapland Hotels perhaps is the best option as a hotel there, otherwise Holiday Inn, Saariselka Inn and Hotel Tunturi are good options for Hotel and Apartment. You should have layers on for the cold there, it's easily -11 - - 20 at the winter, however you can rent jumpsuits from Lapland Safari's office which is downstairs to Riekonlinna Hotel. Cheers
Very didactic!
maria isabel R,Feb 19, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very complete museum next to Lake Inari...which at this time is frozen. You can see the history of this hardy town in inhospitable lands.
Very interesting museum
bisounours59,Jan 21, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The hotel where we were in Saariselka offered us this additional excursion. We do not regret it. Very interesting museum explaining Sami culture, Sami nature, animals, plants and weather phenomena. In the DRC there is also a small film on the Northern Lights. Currently a temporary exhibition on Sami clothing.
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