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. Summer with Midnight Sun, magical Northern Lights, breathtaking Autumn colours and mystical Polar Night all provide memories for a lifetime.
Rovaniemi combines the northern nature with urban surroundings, self-confident localness and open-minded internationality.
Your Rovaniemi, Lapland holiday tips!
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
8 Bucketlist souvenirs from Rovaniemi
Shopping in Rovaniemi
Shopping in Rovaniemi
From small boutiques to shopping centres. Versatile products and services at the Arctic Circle and Rovaniemi City centre
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
Sustainable Tips for visitors
Car rental Rovaniemi
Recommended car rental agencies
Sustainable summer accommodation
Santa Claus’ Tips for enjoying the Midnight Sun
Traditional midsummer eve in Rovaniemi
Magical Autumn Foliage
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.