“Dream come true mesmerizing holiday at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.”
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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 travel area, rich in history and fascinating details.”
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There’s no place like Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, for genuine Christmas experiences. See here for some Rovaniemi Christmas magic.
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.
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Summer holiday under the Midnight Sun at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland
Enjoy the Finnish happiness of Lapland through peaceful river cruises, rafting adventures, boating, canoeing, kayaking and stand up paddling under the endless light of the Midnight Sun. Explore beautiful Arctic nature on hiking and nature trips, relax in traditional Finnish saunas and refreshing lakes, and experience unforgettable wellbeing moments surrounded by pure northern landscapes. Meet friendly huskies and reindeer, visit authentic local farms and discover the traditions of Lapland through sleigh rides, horseback riding and unique Arctic animal experiences. The Arctic summer also offers memorable fishing and hunting experiences, outdoor adventures and magical Midnight Sun tours filled with golden light and peaceful northern moments. TIP! Enter Prize Draw #2 to Win a Sustainable Summer Holiday in Lapland.
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Pure husky kennel visit
Visiting the husky kennel and walking with the huskies in the forest to train them to be with people.
Meet Santa Claus and His Friends
Experience Christmas magic in summer and autumn! Join Santa, his reindeer, and merry elves for a festive tour—perfect for families looking for a joyful, early holiday adventure.
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.
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Rovaniemi: Summer & Autumn Reindeer Farm Visit – Small Group
Visit a reindeer farm in Rovaniemi. Meet and feed the herd, learn about Lapland’s reindeer herding culture, enjoy transfers in brand-new 2025 luxury 4×4 vans, and discover a living Arctic tradition
Caves, Cliffs & Canoe Adventure at Kätkävaara
Designed for active travelers, this is a more immersive and exclusive way to experience Lapland—combining exploration, stillness, and authentic wilderness.
Overnight Bear Safari – Kuusamo & Oulanka rapids – Small Group Tour
Take an opportunity to seek for the bears in their habitat. These lovely ones have excellent senses of smell, sight, and hearing.
Wilderness E-Bike Adventure
Join us for an electric fat bike adventure, taking you through peaceful forests and exciting uphill and downhill paths.
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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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.
Luxury Log Sauna and Finnish Dinner, 3 hours (Private Tour)
Experience the gentle heat of a log sauna and its invigorating health effects only with your own family or friends. After the sauna we’ll serve traditional Finnish home made dinner.
Private Traditional Finnish Sauna Boat Scenic Lake Cruise with Bbq
Cruise the lake in style on this unique Sauna Boat equipped with a wood-heated sauna. Enjoy the beautiful Arctic landscapes as you bathe in the lake beneath the midnight sun.
Fishing Experience at Kuoksa Private Lake
Spend a Day Fishing in the Heart of Lapland
Reindeer Farm Summer Experience
Visit the most authentic reindeer farm in rovaniemi and learn about local lifestyle and about reindeers
Visiting package: Ice sculpting, sauna, jacuzzi and dinner at Kota Restaurant (Autumn)
Create your own ice sculptures, relax in outdoor jacuzzi and have a 3 course dinner by the fire at the Kota restaurant
Traditional Lappish Evening in the Wilderness with Dinner
Experience the traditional Lappish firewood sauna next to a cozy cottage and take a dip in the private Arctic lake! Blow off some steam and enjoy a peaceful night in the authentic Finnish sauna. End the night with a tasty dinner cooked over an open fire.
Horse riding whole day at wilderness area (Advanced Only)
Full day horseback riding experience in Lapland for experienced riders. Approx. 4 hours of riding, a peaceful outdoor lunch, and a deeper connection with nature.
Winter Holiday at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland
As snow blankets the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi transforms into a magical winter wonderland. Crisp air, twinkling Christmas lights, and peaceful polar nights set the stage for unforgettable adventures. The Northern Lights dance across the dark skies, offering moments of awe to be shared with friends and family.
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Insider Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls
Guided winter hike to explore the magnificent frozen waterfalls of Korouoma Canyon.
Winter Kids hike with sleds & lunch
This is a nature experience with a hike, lunch at the bonfire, sleds and lots of family fun.
Private Northern Lights Hunt and Photography Experience
Private Aurora Hunt – Chase the Northern Lights with your own dedicated guide and photographer. Enjoy a flexible itinerary, personalized attention, and an exclusive Arctic experience.
Kota Dinner at Ounasvaara Chalets, with transfers, Rovaniemi
Traditional dinner in a traditional setting – enjoy an evening of Lappish food and culture
Nulkki Husky Adventure
Family Friendly 5km Self Driven Husky Sleigh Tour
Kuoksa Reindeer Adventure
Welcome to experience a unique family friendly reindeer safari in in arctic landscapes
Aurora Picnic by Campfire at Private Happy Fox Farm, 3 hours (Private Tour)
Have a luxury experience on Aurora Adventure and Photography Tour at private forest. Enjoy the beauty of the Nordic nature by forest walk with campfire and a traditional Finnish picnic.
Private Tour : Husky safari 5 km with hot drink
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Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
Polára Restaurant
At Panorama Restaurant, every meal is a celebration of flavors, crafted with care and served against sweeping views that take your breath away.
Restaurant Stella Nova
Nova Skyland restaurant serves modern Lappish meals prepared with local ingredients.
Santa’s Cuisine Restaurant – Santa Claus Holiday Village
The wonderful Santa’s Cuisine restaurant is located in the middle of the cottage village of Santa Claus Holiday Village.
Snowman World, dinner in Snow Restaurant
Inside of Snowman World you can find the coolest bar of Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi!
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
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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
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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.
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