With some terrific road trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to explore all that Kajaani, 40 miles away, has to offer. Kajaani Castle ought to be high up on your list here. Paltaniemi Church and Kajaanin Linna are also not to be missed. The locals will also probably point you toward Oulu, 45 miles away. If you only have time for one thing here, make sure it’s Oulu Market Square. (But we’d also recommend Raati Stadium and Ukkohalla.)