“Dream come true mesmerizing holiday at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.”
Rovaniemi – The Official Hometown of Santa Claus ®
“Experience a living story that will change you forever. Your magical journey here at the Arctic Circle, in Lapland, Finland, is guided by the values of authenticity, giving, creativity and constant presence. It’s also your moment to meet Santa Claus at the Santa Claus Village any day of the year and write a new chapter in your life’s story while exploring Rovaniemi area, rich in history and fascinating details.”
Santa Claus
There’s no place like Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, for genuine Christmas experiences. See here for some Rovaniemi Christmas magic.
Car rental Rovaniemi
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Flights to Rovaniemi
There are plenty of direct flight connections from over 20 European cities flying to Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland during winter season 2023- 2024.
Rovaniemi Webcams
Santa Claus Village webcam, Ounasvaara webcam and Koivusaari webcam all give you a chance to sneak peek the accurate, current view in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.
Book winter activities at the Arctic Circle, Lapland!
Enjoy the Local Favorite in One Day
Enter the polar arctic and enjoy winter in Lapland like a local with an exciting snowmobile tour beyond the arctic…
Snow Activities, Northern Lights and Snowmobile Sledge in the Magical Forest
Snowy Forest
Korouoma Canyon & Ranua Zoo Winter Tour
Enjoy the nature of Korouoma canyon. After hiking in Korouoma we drive 1 hour to Ranua Zoo, where we meet arctic animals and birds!
Northern Lights Safari by Electric Snowmobiles in Rovaniemi
eSleds upset neither the animals nor the nature’s delicate balance
Northern Lights skiing adventure
On this tour you will go out searching and photographing the Northern Lights by skis!
Photoshoot in Nature Location
The cleanest air in the world, thousands of lakes, and an endless amount of forest – these are the things Lappish nature is made from.
Ice karting ticket – speedy, fun and a winterlicious activity!
Join the exciting Ice Karting experience in Lapland Winter Park!
Experience Lapland – Ice Fishing
Ice fishing is the best choice for people seeking for an authentic local experience. Rovaniemi is an ideal location for fishing enthusiasts with a land of forests and lakes covered in snow.
10 Romantic Winter Tips
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Ice breaker trips from Rovaniemi, Lapland
Finnish Sauna Culture
There are over 3 million saunas in Finland – that’s more than passenger cars. It’s safe to say we love our saunas! For an absolute Rovaniemi experience one must try sauna.
Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
Gustav Kitchen & Bar
Mr. Gustav is a gentle grandfather, whose beard tickles as he hugs. He never says no for angling with his grandchildren and encourages them for yet another pancake.
Bull Bar & Grill
Bull Bar & Grill is an American style restaurant in the building of Arctic City Hotel and it offers amazing food in a great atmosphere.
Café&Bar Zoomit
In Cafe & Bar Zoomit, people gather together to enjoy each others company while bartenders make the best drinks in town of Rovaniemi.
Himo Pasta House
Pasta House is a cozy and inviting family-owned restaurant in the heart of Rovaniemi.
Explore Summer of Lapland
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Summer fishing trips in Rovaniemi
Sustainable summer accommodation
Rovaniemi with kids
Santa Claus and Christmas time sights & attractions Christmassy winter activities for families Indoors – all year round Culture experiences…
Santa Claus’ Tips for enjoying the Midnight Sun
Summer by the river in Rovaniemi
Browse summer activities
Unbelievable seasonal experiences in Rovaniemi
Reindeer and Huskies in summer
Reindeer Activities in summer Husky Activities in summer
Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
Book summer activities at the Arctic Circle
SnowExperience365
Entrance to the SnowExperience365
Hidden Trails of Kuoksa
Explore the peaceful trails of our Kuoksa wilderness park with a local guide who knows the area like the back of their hand.
Summer Night at the River, Rovaniemi
Cruising under the bright sky with a traditional campfire dinner
Photoshoot in Nature Location
The cleanest air in the world, thousands of lakes, and an endless amount of forest – these are the things Lappish nature is made from.
Midnight Sun, Atv Ride during the Golden Hour
Let´s climb to the highest points of Rovaniemi by ATV to enjoy the Midnight Sun first hand!
Quad Bike Safari in the Wilderness (atv)
Come and experience the nature by driving an ATV.
Private Ranua Wildlife Park Experience
An adventurous day trip to Ranua Wildlife Park. Ranua Wildlife Park is located about one hour drive from Rovaniemi.
Stand up paddle surf adventure
A new way to explore lapland wilderness by the river or lake! Combine sport and balance with silence and nature
Autumn holiday under the Northern Lights at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland
The Arctic nights of endless sunlight are followed by fresh autumn breezes and dark nights. As nature prepares for winter at the Arctic Circle, we are enchanted by the changing colours of the season. Northern Lights and the Autumn Foliage are unforgettable phenomena to be shared with friends and family.
Book autumn activities at the Arctic Circle!
Aurora Borealis Adventure, Rovaniemi
Hunt for the northern light takes you outside the Rovaniemi city lights
Canoe Trip in Lapland
Discover the peaceful summer scenery of Lapland with this guided canoeing tour. The activity level is adapted to your skills to let you enjoy Arctic nature in the most relaxing way!
Snowmobile in the Arctic Nature
Join our snowmobile safari to feel the purity of the nature!
Wild Berry Hunt
Step into our private forests and experience the peaceful beauty of nature while foraging for seasonal berries like blueberries, lingonberries, or cloudberries.
Riisitunturi National Park
Discover with us the beauty of Lapland with its snowy landscapes and take photos of this winter wonderland.
Korouoma Canyon & Ranua Zoo Summer Tour 09:00-17:00
Enjoy the nature of Korouoma canyon. After hiking in Korouoma we drive 1 hour to Ranua Zoo, where we meet arctic animals and birds!
Traditional Finnish Christmas Eve with Santa Claus and Sauna, 4 hours (Private Tour)
Experience a traditional Finnish Christmas Eve with Sauna, Christmas Dinner and meet Santa Claus in private.
Bus to Ranua Zoo from Rovaniemi
Bus to Ranua Zoo from Rovaniemi
Discover the types of autumn activities at the Arctic Circle!
Explore winter tips
Sustainable travel destination
At the Arctic Circle, the Northern Lights dance in harmony with responsibility. During your magical journey, we welcome you to experience the arctic nature of Lapland and its unique attractions, while contributing to a greener and more sustainable world.
Sustainable Rovaniemi
The local companies have been joining forces for Sustainable Travel Finland trademark that offers a concrete toolkit for travel destinations to help Finland’s travel destinations to adopt sustainable procedures and to make sustainable choices in their business.
Sustainable Travel Finland companies
The local companies and Visit Rovaniemi are taking part in the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) program
Sustainable summer accommodation
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Love
There are many reasons to love Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus: natural phenomena, traditions and culture, urban life and wild activities. Find out all about them here!
Plan
Planning a trip to Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus? Here you’ll find information on how and when to travel, how things work, and lots more!
Activities
Rovaniemi offers plenty of activities all year round, both outdoors and indoors. Find here the experiences we’ve got in store for you on your holiday!
Eat and drink
Traditional Lappish food tastes delicious both in restaurants and by a campfire. Rovaniemi has great options for local culinary excursions, see more here.