The city of Lahti has become known for its attention to design. The Lahti Adult Institute and Sibelius Hall are two of note, with the latter been an excellent destination to make time for whilst in the area.
Just on the edge of the city, the Vesijärvi Lake has points to walk around which makes for an easy afternoon in the area. Car hire in Lahti is an excellent option to give you free reign of the area and allow you to see some of the bigger Finnish cities.
The area has become known for its sporting commitments. Each year, Lahti holds the Lahti Ski Games and has an excellent contribution to winter sports like skiing and ice hockey as well as having its own football and basketball team. Immediately north of the city begins the watery finnish landscape. Take time for some scenic drives as there are some amazing views to be seen. If you're hiring a car from Lahti Railway Station then head two hours north to Jyväskylä, the urban city centre has Alvar Aalto as a noted past resident. His world famed architecture can be spotted around the city.
