“Dream come true mesmerizing holiday at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.”
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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!
Visit 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 travel 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Rovaniemi: Midnight Sun Canoeing Tour & Barbeque – Small Group
Glide across serene Lapland waters under the magical Midnight Sun on our guided canoeing adventure. Small groups only, brand-new 2025 luxury 4×4 vans, all equipment, hot drinks & barbecue by the fire
Private Guided Ranua Wildlife Park Tour from Rovaniemi with Lunch & Arctic Animal Encounters
Discover Lapland’s leading wildlife attraction on this 5-hour private guided tour from Rovaniemi.
A private use of riverside sauna Uitto, jacuzzi, sauna lounge area (1-20 people)
Private usage of Uitto sauna, sauna lounge, jacuzzi
Yoga Hike
Experience the healing power of nature by hiking and doing yoga in the nature.
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
Korouoma Canyon Nature Reserve Area Summer Hike
Korouoma is a Finnish national park known in winter for its frozen waterfalls, but it offers spectacular views also in the summer time
Private Lakeside Sauna Experience
Experience the ultimate Private Finnish tradition with our Private Lakeside Sauna with possibility of Northern Lights in the evening and during the day enjoy the white frozen landscapes.
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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Aurora Hunt by Atv – Rovaniemi
Experience an exciting ATV adventure through the Arctic night while searching for the magical Northern Lights.
Watching the Northern Lights from a campfire on a reindeer pasture in Rovaniemi
Spend the evening sitting by a campfire, watching the Northern Lights and feeding the reindeer.
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.
Summer Arctic Spa Experience with Bathrobe Dinner
Arctic Forest Spa with Bathrobe Dinner
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.
Visit of authentic reindeer farm in summer / autumn / early winter
Summer visit of an authentic reindeer farm in Sierijärvi Village in Rovaniemi, Lapland.
Northern Lights Tour in Atmospheric Cottage
Feel the heritage and natural beauty of Finn-Lapland at the atmospheric cottage. Enjoy +100 years old traditional Finnish cottage located by a lake and a Laavu and explore the beautiful landscape.
Floating under the Northern Sky, Rovaniemi
Spend an evening floating under the arctic sky on a peaceful wilderness lake
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.
Snow and Ice Buildings in Rovaniemi
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Searching for the Auroras
Aurora Prime Time and the Snowmobiling Adventure!
Snowmobiling Quick Spin – 2 h snowmobile experience
Master the art of driving a snowmobile on 2 hour snowmobile safari
Northern Lights Photo Hunt
Chase the Northern Lights from Rovaniemi with a professional photography guide.
Fisherman’s Luck by snowmobile
Head for the wild waters on your snowmobile and learn all about the favorite leisure time activity of the locals.
Arctic Buffet at Lapland Winter Park
Buffet with Multiple Main Course Options, Variety of Salads and Desserts
Jingle Bells – Sleigh Ride in an old forest
Enjoy a peaceful reindeer sleigh ride through snowy forests, meet the reindeer of our family farm, and hear about traditional reindeer herding and life in Lapland. Warm up in a traditional kota hut with hot blueberry juice and homemade cinnamon rolls.
Rovaniemi Northern Lights Photography Small-Group Tour
The Best and Original Northern Lights hunting & photography tour in Rovaniemi with over 10 years of experience!
Entrance tickets and Dinner at Snow restaurant in Snowman World
Dine in a restaurant surrounded by snow and ice sculptures!
Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
Invisible Restaurant
Invisible Restaurant by Invisible Forest Lodge & Spa offers a unique dining experience surrounded by the peaceful Arctic forest in Rovaniemi, Lapland.
Sky Bar of Arctic SnowHotel
The coolest drink bar in town! Sky Bar is located in the shores of Lake Lehtojärvi, a 30-minute drive from Rovaniemi city center.
Poropirtti
Poropirtti provides a cosy setting for lunches, dinners, events and theme evenings.
KesäRafla Summer Restaurant & Sauna
Restaurant Kesärafla Sauna is The Summer Restaurant in Rovaniemi. In addition to tasty foods from charcoal grill and refreshing drinks, you can bathe in the traditional Finnish sauna and take a dip in the river to cool off.
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.
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Aurora Borealis are visible from late August until end of March or beginning of April
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