Romantic summer holiday in Rovaniemi
Did you choose Rovaniemi as a base for you romantic holiday? We assure you nailed it!
The sun never sets during the summer months in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland. For many, the midnight sun means endless possibilities to fall in love under the most unique circumstances. Stay in one of Rovaniemi’s high-quality accommodations, enjoy tastes of Lapland on your restaurant plate, and hike to a top of a hill to witness the most magical moment of your trip – The Midnight Sun shining all night.
Spend a day or nightless night enjoying the beauty of arctic region
Rovaniemi landscape is dominated by two big rivers, river Kemijoki and river Ounasjoki, that come across in the city. To maximize the magic, book a trip that takes you and your chosen one to explore fresh arctic waters – even at midnight.
Romantic summer activities by the arctic waters!
Boat Fishing Tour
Experience a guided 2 hour fishing trolling tour on the rivers Kemijoki and Ounasjoki in Rovaniemi! Price is for group 1-5, not person.
Riverboat Cruise to a Reindeer Farm and the Local Heritage Museum, Rovaniemi
A joyful day including a riverboat cruise to a local reindeer farm and a visit to the local heritage museum
Fishing Trip by Boat
Participate in a nice fishing trip where you can fish local fishes at the best fishing places of the region!
Authentic Reindeer Farm Visit with Canoe Trip in the Nature
The best summer combo experience to feel the complete harmony of Lapland nature – meet its most iconic animal and canoe around one of its many beautiful lakes.
Finnish sauna culture, swimming and wellbeing at the Arctic Circle!
Sauna and Swimming with Horses
Experience an unforgettable moment swimming with horses. In addition, you get to experience the warmth of a genuine Finnish wood-burning sauna and the beautiful Lapland nature during the summer.
Finnish Sauna and Swimming
Enjoy the Finnish tradition! Experience original private Finnish sauna with swimming. This trip is enjoyable in every possible weather!
VÄKI – Forest Bath
Welcome to this inclusive, private and guided experience. With our local guide you will feel and sense the power of the nature – Väki.
Floating Sauna and Swimming in the Ounasjoki River, 3 hours (Private Tour)
An invigorating private experience on a floating sauna and swimming!
Loving the Midnight Sun tours in Lapland!
Midnight Sun Delight
Come and experience the delightful beauty of the Midnight Sun in a relaxing evening tour! Your guide will drive you to the best spots to enjoy this natural occurrence!
Midnight sun photography tour
On this tour we will take you to the best locations around Rovaniemi to experience and photograph the unique phenomenon of Midnigh Sun.
Midnight Sun Photo Experience
Experience the enchantment of the midnight sun in Rovaniemi with our captivating photo tour.
Midnight Sun Experience, Rovaniemi
Tranquil cruising under the Midnight Sun
Special accommodation for your special ones
Rovaniemi has an array of unique options ideal for couples and families. Spend unforgettable time on a floating aurora hut (in summer, instead of northern lights you’ll see the midnight sun) or sleep in one of Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) labelled accommodation choices. Or maybe something super peaceful? Check out our selection of wilderness cabins.
Sustainable summer accommodation in Lapland
Arctic Light Hotel
The Arctic Light Hotel is a multi-award winning, family-owned boutique hotel situated in the heart of Lapland-Rovaniemi.
Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
In Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets, quality accommodation and the traditional Lappish menus of restaurant Thulia will guarantee you an enjoyable stay only 3 km from the center of Rovaniemi.
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, Rovaniemi
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, located in the center of Rovaniemi, Lapland, is a high-class, international hotel featuring Lappish hospitality.
Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
On top of the hill Ounasvaara, Rovaniemi, in the middle of Lappish nature you’ll find Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara, an ideal hotel for a leisure or business traveler.
Wander in nature around Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi area has various well marked nature trails. Located only app. 20 minutes walk from the city center, Ounasvaara hill has marked trails for both, walking and mountain biking. King’s Lean-to in north side of Rovaniemi is a famous day trip destination that gives an iconic view over river Ounasjoki.
About half an hour’s drive from Rovaniemi city center you’ll find Arctic Circle Hiking area, where landscape is dominated by spectacular fresh water rapids.
Pyhä-Luosto National Park with its genuine arctic nature trails is 1,5 hour drive from Rovaniemi.
Guided nature trips in Lapland!
Thrilling Quad Bike Adventure (Small-Group)
A unique and intimate small group quad bike adventure in Lapland’s beautiful forest scenery in Rovaniemi.
Hiking in Riisitunturi National Park
Experience the ultimate adventure in Riisitunturi National Park
Wild Berry Hunt
Step into our private forests and experience the peaceful beauty of nature while foraging for seasonal berries like blueberries, lingonberries, or cloudberries.
Hiking Trip to the Amethyst Mine
Explore the beauty of Pyha-Luosto National Park with a guided hike through the forest and fells to reach the amethyst mine. Visit of the mine and lunch snack around the fire are included in this all-day adventure.
Rovaniemi sights & attractions!
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!
King’s Lean-to
King’s lean-to is a famous and extremely beautiful day hike destination in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland. The lean-to is reachable both in winter and in summer.
Koivusaari Nature Trail
Photogenic Koivusaari Nature Trail is a popular day hike destination nearby Rovaniemi city in Lapland, Finland.
Love on a plate
Rovaniemi is surprisingly versatile in terms of culinary experiences. From cozy pubs and a local brewery to fine dining and eating by open fire, the city offers delicacies from Lapland and around the world. Taste for example Mexican, Korean and French kitchens. Some restaurants offer little extras in addition to food and allow you to combine dinner with for example sauna experience or art and culture.
Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
Korundi Kitchen & Café
Korundi Kitchen & Café is a fresh lunch restaurant, an atmospheric art café and an enchanting meeting spot in a refurbished historical post bus depot in central Rovaniemi.
Lappish restaurant Gaissa
Restaurant Gaissa’s menu includes modern Finnish and Lappish special delicacies. The restaurant is located in Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus.
Café Koti
Café Koti is the coziest cafe in Rovaniemi. The modern café is full of light and warmth, even during the darkest months of the year. Find out more here!
Santa’s Pizza & Burger
Santa’s Pizza & Burger is a traditional fast food restaurant in the Arctic Circle. Our menu consists of delicious pizzas and hamburgers made with our own special recipe.
Meet the most famous person in Rovaniemi
The person is of course Santa Claus, the ambassador of good will, love and peace, who wishes happiness to the people of the world. In Rovaniemi, you can visit Santa Claus every single day of the year in Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle.
Summer
Rovaniemi is the city of the Midnight Sun, surrounded by Arctic nature, where Lappish culture and a wide range of activities meet!
Midnight Sun
The Midnight Sun, the nightless night or polar day – can be seen only here in Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle or above. From early June until early July, and nights are white throughout the summer. See more here.
Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
Summer by the river in Rovaniemi
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