“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!
Visiting package: Snow sauna experience
Try Finnish sauna and very unique & humid sauna made snow (!) and get to visit Arctic SnowHotel where everything is made of snow and ice
Taste of Electric Snowmobiling in Rovaniemi
Are you ready for an adventure by electric snowmobiles?
Kota Dinner at Ounasvaara Chalets, without transfers, Rovaniemi
Traditional dinner in a traditional setting – enjoy an evening of Lappish food and culture
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.
Winter Wonderland Vikaköngäs Hiking Tour & Barbeque – Small Group
Picture yourself surrounded by a pristine winter wonderland, the air crisp and pure. Our Vikaköngäs Hiking Tour invites you to step into a real-life snow globe, where every step is a unique memory waiting to be made
Wilderness Survival Tour – Winter
Experience the wild Taiga forest and what the Lapland wilderness has the best to offer. On this tour, you will feel the peace of Arctic nature, hike through the snowy forest, and learn about your surroundings and some basic survival skills.
Chasing Aurora on Different Spots – Small Group
Search for the Northern Lights with our professional Aurora hunters. This trip starts between 19:00-21:00, depending on the changing of…
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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!
Restaurant Valdemari
The local Restaurant Valdemari in Rovaniemi, Lapland is home to an easy going mood all year around.
Joulukka Restaurant in Santa Claus Secret Forest
Exotic evening programs in Joulukka offer excitement and open your senses to pure tastes of Lapland as our menus are made on spot from local ingredients.
Restaurant Monte Rosa
Come and try out the fine local flavors spiced up with an international touch in Monte Rosa restaurant in Rovaniemi, Lapland.
SantaPark Restaurant
In SantaPark You can host bigger parties for up to thousands of guests in SantaPark Kota –restaurant. Taste the delicious dinner while enjoying romantic and exciting SantaPark Show performed by professional dancers on the main stage.
Explore Summer of Lapland
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Unbelievable seasonal experiences in Rovaniemi
Sustainable summer accommodation
Traditional midsummer eve in Rovaniemi
Car rental Rovaniemi
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Summer cottages in Rovaniemi
Romantic summer holiday
Summer fishing trips in Rovaniemi
Laplands food culture in summer
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Cultural e-Fatbike Tour around Rovaniemi & Santa Claus Village
Discover Rovaniemi cultural heritage on an electric biking trip around the city to the Santa Claus! This guided tour on electric fatbikes offers you the opportunity to learn about Rovaniemi while enjoying a gentle outdoor ride in summer / autumn!
VÄKI – Forest Bath
You step into the embrace of the forest, where your senses sharpen and your mind calms. In a guided forest bath, we pause for a moment, listen to the stories of the forest and let nature take care of you
Hiking with Huskies
Let’s go on adventure with Huskies!
Auttiköngäs Waterfalls Hike Tour & Barbeque – Small Group
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the pristine wilderness of Finnish Lapland and discover the beauty of Auttiköngäs Nature Trail! Join us for an immersive hike through lush forests and vibrant colors of nature that come alive around every bend
Hiking with Reindeer 1 hour (private)
Hiking with reindeer in Santa Claus Village and visit in Santa’s Pets.
Midnight sun riding over the hills 4h (advanced only)
Experience an unforgettable adventure in the midnight sun of Lapland in Rovaniemi! The midnight sun horseback riding excursion offers stunning moments on horseback when the sun doesn’t dip below the horizon.
Fishing for Fun
Come fishing with us and learn some new fishing tricks with the help of professional guide.
Rovaniemi City & Santa Claus Village Tour
Rovaniemi city tour with most popular sightseeings and guided Santa Claus Village tour
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.
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Summer Excursion to the Amethyst Mine in Luosto
Embark on a Day Trip to Amethyst Mine in Lapland’s stunning Pyhä-Luosto region, dig for your own lucky gemstone and hear fascinating stories from locals!
Private Amethyst mine tour in Luosto, summer
Summer tour to Lampivaara Amethyst Mine in Luosto is a unique attraction in Lapland. Digging and finding own amethyst to keep as a souvenir.
Hiking with Huskies
Let’s go on adventure with Huskies!
Thrilling Autumn Escapade with Huskies and Quad Bikes (Small-Group)
Action-packed, small group adventure day with real Siberian Huskies, authentic Laplandic lunch and a thrilling quad bike ride through the untouched Laplandic forests in Rovaniemi!
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.
Highlights of Rovaniemi Day Tour – Summer
The highlight tour takes you to the most unique sights in Rovaniemi. Visit genuine Reindeer and Husky Farms, meet Santa himself in the Santa Claus Village and get your certificate for crossing into the Arctic Circle.
Canoe Trip from Rovaniemi
Explore Lapland in summer with a unique canoe trip! Enjoy a great time on peaceful waters away from Rovaniemi! This guided tour is adapted to all levels!
Aurora Borealis Catamaran Cruise, Rovaniemi
Chase the northern lights on a river cruise
Discover the types of autumn activities at the Arctic Circle!
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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.