Ivalo has the primary airport for the far northern part of the country, but there's little to see in the town itself. Instead, visit the nearby town of
Inari to see the open-air museum, explore the Siida Sami cultural center and take a cruise on Lake Inari.
Plan to stay two nights. The resort in
Sariselka offers excellent hiking, fishing, hunting and, in winter, cross-country skiing. Nearby Lemmenjoki National Park is a perfect place for gold panning, river rafting and exploring Sami culture.
Ivalo is 590 mi/950 km north of Helsinki.