Timeline
10:00
Pick up pastries or coffee. Huovisen Leipomo opens early, making it a perfect first stop to grab something warm and fresh while the city is still quiet.
10:20
Hupisaaret park, Fountains and salmon stairs
Walk to Hupisaaret park. This lush area features little paths, bridges, and streams. Take the time to walk the longest fish path in Finland, which includes 64 stairs, for a bit of exercise and greenery.
11:10
Head to the Paska Kaupunni graffiti. Located just a short walk from the park, this iconic piece of public art is famous across Finland. It is a quick but essential local landmark to see.
11:40
End the day with a drink. Walk down to the Oulu river delta area near the castle ruins. Lohikeidas is a fish restaurant, but for a casual drink nearby, check out the options around the water park area or head to a local bar. If you are looking for a specific brewery experience, Naïlo Brewing Co. is nearby but check if it is open for your chosen day of the week.
Local tip
Hupisaaret park is best enjoyed on a clear day. The walk from the bakery to the park is short, allowing you to enjoy your pastry while walking.
Check before you go
- Huovisen Leipomo is open Mo-Fr 07:30-17:00 and Sa 09:00-14:00. Ensure you visit before it closes if you are going on a Saturday afternoon.
- Lohikeidas is open Mo-Th 10:30-16:00 and Fr-Sa 10:30-18:00. If you plan to eat here, check the hours for your specific day.
- Naïlo Brewing Co. has limited opening hours: Th 15:00-20:00, Fr 14:00-20:00, Sa 12:00-19:00. It is closed Sun-Mon.
Worth knowing
- Huovisen Leipomo is open at 10:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
- Lohikeidas is open at 11:40 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oulu (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).