Sights and attractions
There are scores of sights and attractions in the Official Hometown of Santa Claus – please find them listed below. Christmas magic can be experienced year round in places like Santa Claus Village and SantaPark.
As the capital of Lapland, Rovaniemi is home to Lapland’s Provincial Museum Arktikum, the forest-themed Pilke Science Centre and the Korundi House of Culture. For animal lovers, the various reindeer and husky farms are a must along with Ranua Zoo that specialises in Arctic fauna; its ‘royal residents’ are the mighty polar bears and their cousins, the Finnish brown bears. Bordering on the Arctic, Rovaniemi is an exotic place of snow and ice in winter – you can even eat and sleep in buildings made of them.
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Winter tips for tourists 2023-2024
Fall in love with Rovaniemi! We have put together 50 winter tips for an enjoyable winter holiday in Rovaniemi.
Santa Claus Village
You can meet Santa Claus and cross the magical Arctic Circle every day at the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi.
Santa Claus Office
Santa Claus Office is the official place to meet Santa in Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle.
Santa Claus’ Main Post Office
Santa Claus’ Main Post Office is the only official post office of Santa Claus. Here you can feel the Christmas spirit every day of the year and be served by the merry post office elves in several languages!
SantaPark – the Home Cavern of Santa Claus
Underneath the Arctic Circle, deep beneath the ground, lies Santa’s secret cavern where it’s Christmas all year round!
Arktikum Science Centre and Museum
Arktikum entrance ticket gives an access to Arktikum museum and science centre during opening hours.
Korundi House of Culture in Rovaniemi
Korundi entrance ticket gives an access to the art exhibitions during opening hours.
Science Centre Pilke
Science Centre Pilke tells stories about the northern forests and the many connections we have with them.
Culture Pass
Culture Pass: 3 top attractions in Rovaniemi with one ticket!
Ounasvaara Ski Resort
Ounasvaara Ski Resort is a family outdoor resort close by the city of Rovaniemi at the Arctic Circle. Besides the downhill skiing slopes there are also several maintained cross-country skiing tracks in the area.
Lapland Brewery – Brewery visits
Lapland Brewery is craft beer brewery In Rovaniemi, Lapland. Their beers are inspired by the Lappish wilderness.
Ranua Resort – Wildlife Park
Ranua Wildlife Park offers tourists and nearby inhabitants the opportunity to observe arctic animals throughout the year, in an as authentic environment for the animals as possible.
Santa Claus Secret Forest – Joulukka
Santa Claus Secret Forest is an exclusive destination where you can experience the magic of Christmas either privately or in small groups.
Mrs. Santa Claus’ Christmas Cottage
Mrs. Santa Claus is delighted to meet visitors from all around the world and to have a pleasant chat with each and every guest.
Santa’s Pets Visit
Meet domestic animals next to the Santa Claus Office. Tickets are valid all day!
Husky Park visit
Come and see the life in Husky Park! You can take photos, visit our beautiful park and meet the genuine Siberian Huskies.
Santa Claus Reindeer
Reindeer rides and experiences with Santa´s reindeer in Santa Claus Village all year round.
Entrance ticket to Snowman World
Entrance ticket to Snowman World – day ticket
Entrance ticket to Arctic SnowHotel
Entrance ticket to Arctic SnowHotel – day ticket
SnowGlow Winterpark
SnowGlow Winterpark promises a truly unique experience. In the heart of this winter wonderland, a circus arena will come to life, featuring talented performers from across the world, captivating audiences with daily shows.
Santa Claus City Office
Discover Santa´s artistic side in Santa Claus City Office, right in the very heart of Rovaniemi City.
Arctic Circle Hiking Area
Spectacular rapids and aapa mires close to Rovaniemi – Enjoy Lapland in the Arctic Circle Hiking Area at half an hour’s distance from Rovaniemi!
Fun on Ice skating
Fun On Ice offers outdoor ice skating in the heart of Rovaniemi, at Lordi´s Square.
Naava Café
The idyllic Naava Café is located in the heart of Rovaniemi, at Vanha tori.