“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!
Family Reindeer farm visit private
Private reindeer farm experience for children and adults
Visiting package: Guided Tour at Arctic SnowHotel (13.00 early afternoon / 16.50 late afternoon)
Visit to Arctic SnowHotel with transfer from Rovaniemi
Ranua Zoo Tour with buffet lunch option
Ranua Zoo tour with buffet lunch option. Meet many animals and birds that can be found in the arctic region.
Husky safari 5 km with hot drink, self driving private and small group
Husky safari 5 km self-driving with a hot drink in small group, into the wild!
Snowshoeing in the Frozen Forest
Enjoy snowshoeing adventure through the frozen forests of Lapland
Ice Fishing Experience Tour & Barbeque – Small Group
Imagine yourself standing on a frozen lake surrounded by breathtakingly beautiful scenery, with the crisp air tingling your skin, and the excitement of catching your very own fish
Visit to the farm with 3km reindeer safari
Visit to the farm with 3km reindeer safari
Rovaniemi Private Yogaclass
Yoga Experience Balanced Mind and Body
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!
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.
Santa’s Pizza & Burger
Santa’s Pizza & Burger is a traditional fast food restaurant in the Arctic Circle. Our menu consists of delicious pizzas and hamburgers made with our own special recipe.
Log Restaurant at Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos
Log Restaurant Lumikartano is made entirely of massive logs, giving it a rustic and cozy atmosphere that is sure to transport you to a world of relaxation and comfort.
Roka Kitchen & Wine Bar
The culinary cornerstone of Roka Kitchen & Wine Bar is in relaxed Northern Finnish cuisine with a twist of European flavours.
Explore Summer of Lapland
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Santa Claus’ Tips for enjoying the Midnight Sun
Traditional midsummer eve in Rovaniemi
Sustainable summer accommodation
Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle
Santa Claus Village Activities in Santa Claus Village Accommodation in Santa Claus Village Restaurants in Santa Claus Village Sights and…
Summer fishing trips in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
Nature trails in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi area is a versatile playground for day hikers. Explore the rugged wilderness, climb a fell, and wander in the relaxing sounds of nature
Alvar Aalto Architecture in Rovaniemi
Book summer activities at the Arctic Circle
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.
Surfing under Midnight Sun (Sup)
Suppailu, also known as SUP, is a stand up paddle boarding activity. Paddle your way on the lake under the beautiful midnight sun.
Traditional Finnish Sauna Experience
Relax in our private, wood-heated lakeside sauna in Kuoksa Wilderness Park. Enjoy Finnish sauna traditions with birch whisks, refreshing lake dips, and water activities.
Authentic Reindeer Farm Visit with Canoe Trip in the Nature
The best summer combo experience to feel the complete harmony of Lapland nature – meet its most iconic animal and canoe around one of its many beautiful lakes.
Amethyst Mine (find your own stone)
Unearth Your Own Treasure: Amethyst Mine Adventure – A Journey of Discovery and Delight
Private Korouoma Canyon Summer and Autumn Tour
Enjoy the nature sceneries of Korouoma canyon! Tour for Your group or family only, flexible timing.
Visit to a real reindeer farm in Rovaniemi
Visit the pasture of an authentic reindeer farm in Rovaniemi. See the reindeer up close and feed them.
VÄKI – Forest Bath
Welcome to this inclusive, private and guided experience. With our local guide you will feel and sense the power of the nature – Väki.
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!
Northern Lights Hunting tour by Van
This 3-hour tour includes transportation, guidance, storytelling and hot sausages by the campfire. Learn about Nordic myths and see the colorful lights fire up the sky.
VÄKI – Forgotten and Mystical Power of the Nature
Welcome to this inclusive, private and guided experience. With our local guide you will feel and sense the power of the nature – Väki.
Sunset at the Arctic Circle
Join our nature experts and enjoy our little nature trip and come admiring exceptionally beautiful mountain landscape in Katkavaara – the mountain area of southern Lapland.
VÄKI – Forest Bath
Welcome to this inclusive, private and guided experience. With our local guide you will feel and sense the power of the nature – Väki.
Pure Amazing Autumn Husky Safari (Small-Group)
A unique and intimate small group husky experience in Lapland’s beautiful forest scenery in Rovaniemi.
Reindeer & Husky Tour in Summer / Autumn
A great animal combo experience for your summer / autumn : meet the reindeer in a long-established local farm and visit an husky kennel. There are options for wheel cart rides or homemade lunch.
Private Korouoma Canyon Tour with picnic
Enjoy the nature sceneries of Korouoma canyon! Tour for Your group or family only, flexible timing.
Unlimited Time & Mileage – Aurora Hunting Pro Tour
Local Guided Real Unlimited Aurora Hunting with Photography (small groups)
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.