Rovaniemi and The Arctic Circle
Spellbinding nature and phenomena, Lappish traditions and culture, urban life and easy access activities make The Official Hometown of Santa Claus® a unique place to visit.
Mesmerizing Rovaniemi is the only travel destination in Lapland nestled right at the Arctic Circle – a thrilling adventure awaits those who are curious enough to cross this significant geographical line.
Rovaniemi is full of breathtaking phenomena and natural elements. The Midnight Sun in summer, magical Northern Lights, breathtaking Autumn colours and mystical Polar Nights all create memories to last a lifetime.
Rovaniemi combines the northern nature with urban surroundings, self-confident localness and open-minded internationality.
Your Rovaniemi, Lapland holiday tips!
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.
Summer by the river in Rovaniemi
Browse summer activities
Laplands food culture in summer
Read more about Lappish treats
Arctic Capital Architecture
Sustainable summer accommodation
Public transportation
1. Local bus routes and timetables around the city 2. Other public transportation connections 3. Other transport services 4. Important…
Car rental Rovaniemi
Recommended car rental agencies
Sustainable Travel Finland companies
The local companies and Visit Rovaniemi are taking part in the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) program
Traditional midsummer eve in Rovaniemi
Early Winter Highlights
Book Early Winter activities
Northern Lights in Rovaniemi Lapland
Northern Lights Tours
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Best things in Lapland?
Seasons
Lapland, Finland is full of breathtaking phenomena and nature elements. The best time of travelling to Rovaniemi depends on what you are after – the constantly changing seasons all have their own characteristic light, temperature, natural phenomena and ideal activities.
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!
Stay
Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, offers a range of accommodation from budget to luxury. Find your place to stay from numerous alternatives!
See & do
Experience Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, all year round. Activities, natural phenomena, events, sights and attractions – we’ve got them! See more here.