Lahti Harbour
This is where you’ll find us, the people of Lahti—especially in summer. The harbor is lively with restaurants and cafés, many open year-round. Its crown jewel, Sibelius Hall, hosts concerts and cultural events, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. The area is also home to striking wooden architecture, blending tradition with modern design. And since you’re by the water, why not step aboard a cruise ship and set off on a scenic journey?
Lakeside delicacies
See all the restaurants and attractions in the harbour
Bar&Bistro Kokka
Kokka is located next to Sibelius Hall and Piano Paviljonki. On the menu, you can find meat cured in a dry ager cabinet, sharing platters for the entire table, artisanal pizza and small tapas treats.
Restaurant Lastu
Sibelius Hall’s renewed restaurant Lastu is decorated in the style of art deco but its flavours are inspired by Finnish forests. Restaurant Lastu serves lunch on weekdays. Lastu also serves lunch and dinners for groups.
Piano Pavilion
Part of the harbour’s Wood Architecture Park, the pavilion’s terrace has probably the most stunning view of the entire harbour and Lake Vesijärvi.
Teerenranta bar
Teerenranta bar is built in an old freshwater boat and is situated right next to the harbour marketplace. Teerenranta offers tasty beverages and edibles with a summery terrace and a beautiful view. Here you can try the beers, ciders and award-winning whiskies of the local Teerenpeli brewery and distillery. If you are craving a savoury snack, try the famous Sulami toast.
Ice cream boat Banana Split
You are guaranteed to find any ice cream flavour you could ever dream of here. The selection features soft ice cream, balls of ice cream, vegan-friendly options and legendary ice cream sundaes inspired by tv series. Can you guess who has inspired the ice cream sundaes called Brooke and Ridge? In summer open every day 11-21.
Café Kariranta – The Heart of The Harbour
Located in the old Vesijärvi train station building, Kariranta is the true gem of the harbour. Pastries baked in the café will make your mouth water. Kariranta and the adjacent artisanal shop Ulpukka are open all year round.
Restaurant Nosturi
At Nosturi, the authentic flavors of Naples come straight to your plate! Made with the finest ingredients and baked to perfection, our Neapolitan-style pizzas have been recognized as the best in town.
Don’t miss the chance to sauna and swim! In the Nosturi sauna world you can enjoy the soothing warmth of the sauna while taking in beautiful lake views. A year-round swimming area is also available, offering the perfect way to cool off.
Wood Architecture Park – modern design by the Lake Vesijärvi
The Wood Architecture Park near Sibelius Hall in Lahti features seven unique destinations, each a remarkable piece of art designed by winners of the International Spirit of Nature Wood Architecture Award.
Honoring both Lahti’s harbor history and its expertise in wood construction, the park seamlessly blends tradition with modern innovation. These striking structures serve as public works of art, offering aesthetic beauty and cultural significance while enriching the environment and enhancing urban life.
Wood architecture parkLakeland Finland invites you to cruise
During the summer months, cruises depart from Lake Vesijärvi’s harbor, offering a variety of scenic experiences. Enjoy a sunny lunchtime cruise, a relaxing evening canal cruise to Vääksy, or a full-day journey through two canals to Heinola and back. For a more casual outing, take a picnic trip to Enonsaari island.
Tip: On the Lahti–Heinola–Lahti route, the ship stops at the Vääksy Canal, where you can hop off to explore and reboard in the evening. Spend the day discovering charming boutiques, enjoying local restaurants, and soaking in the cozy atmosphere of Old Vääksy.
Lakeland Finland starts from Lahti