“Dream come true mesmerizing holiday at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.”
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 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.
Car rental Rovaniemi
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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.
Rovaniemi Webcams
Santa Claus Village webcam, Ounasvaara webcam and Koivusaari webcam all give you a chance to sneak peek the accurate, current view in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.
Book winter activities at the Arctic Circle, Lapland!
Family Winter Fun, 4 hours
Experience the joy of winter by playing in the snow, snowshoeing, skiing, ice fishing, youth snowmobiling or taking a ride on a snowmobile-pulled sled at the Happy Fox farm by the Ounasjoki river.
Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hike
Korouoma is a Finnish national park known in winter for its frozen waterfalls, and where ice climbers can be found.
Visiting package: Chill and Dine at Ice Restaurant
Dine in a restaurant where tables and benches are made of ice!
Visit Arctic Snow Hotel
The Arctic Snow Hotel is located 25km away from Rovaniemi and is entire world of snow. Explore a guided tour in snow and ice hotel.
Snowmobile Safari into Arctic Wilderness
This exciting snowmobile excursion takes place beyond the Arctic Circle into the wilderness. After the guide will provide you with…
From Rovaniemi: Icebreaker Sampo Cruise and Ice Floating
Icebreaker cruise with amazing ice floating, lunch and SnowExperience365 experience
Ranua Zoo Family Tour from Rovaniemi
Daily tour to Ranua zoo
Backcountry skiing adventure
Would you like to try the most popular sport in Finland? Do you love combining fun and fitness with nature photography and adventure?
10 Romantic Winter Tips
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Ice breaker trips from Rovaniemi, Lapland
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.
Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
Glass igloos – Private Dining in Three Elves Restaurant
If you are looking for a unique place to enjoy an unforgettable meal with your friends, come and enjoy the dinner in our glass igloo.
YUCA
Small window to Mexico – Taqueria Yuca is an authentic Mexican restaurant situated next to Cafe & Bar 21.
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.
Arktikum Café
Taste and feel the north in Arktikum Café. You’ll get to savour the colourful northern harvest in our lunch buffet and soak in arctic design on your coffee break.
Explore Summer of Lapland
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle
Santa Claus Village Activities in Santa Claus Village Accommodation in Santa Claus Village Restaurants in Santa Claus Village Sights and…
Summer by the river in Rovaniemi
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Summer events in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
Car rental Rovaniemi
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Romantic holiday in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi at the Arctic Circle – the most magical romantic getaway
Alvar Aalto Architecture in Rovaniemi
Unbelievable seasonal experiences in Rovaniemi
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Ranua Zoo and Bbq Picnic
Walk through the nature path as you greet loving and unique local Arctic animals.
Finnish Sauna and Swimming
Enjoy the Finnish tradition! Experience original private Finnish sauna with swimming. This trip is enjoyable in every possible weather!
Vaattukikongas Hike : the forest trail
This is an all year round hike! A way to discover the lappish wilderness through it’s rivers and forests. Landscapes colours can change depending on the time of the year what make it magical
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.
Private Scenic E-Bike Ride in Rovaniemi
Have fun on e-bikes and experience the best views & the trails of Ounasvaara hill in Rovaniemi.
Arctic Circle Crossing Ceremony
Fascinating ceremony at the Arctic Circle
Bus to Ranua Zoo from Rovaniemi
Bus to Ranua Zoo from Rovaniemi
Auttiköngäs Waterfall Tour
Auttiköngäs is a dream-come-true destination for day trip visitors! Easy hiking in beautiful nature by the valley of river Kemijoki.
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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Visit the Reindeer Sleigh School
If you love animals, this is the must have tour to you. Visit our Reindeer Sleigh school, meet our lovely students, and learn about animal friendly training methods usable also with other animal species.
Reindeer Summer Farm Visit Tour – Small Group
Embrace Lapland’s essence with our reindeer tour. Meet these iconic animals at an authentic farm and immerse yourself in local traditions
Private Aurora Borealis Hunting for 1-6 group
Private tour to hunt for Northern Lights by minivan for group 1-6 persons. Price is for all group in hour (125€/h), not person.
Excursion to Ranua Wildlife Park, Rovaniemi
Experience the wild Arctic in Ranua Zoo and get familiar with the fauna of Finnish Lapland!
Auttiköngäs Nature Trail
The Autti Waterfalls are one of the most beautiful sights in Lapland! In this tour you will be hiking through the stunning Arctic Forest
All Day Canoe Adventure to Rovaniemi
Challenge yourself and embark on an all-day canoe adventure to Rovaniemi! This canoeing trip will make you feel the harmony of Lapland nature from a completely different perspective!
Rovaniemi – Ranua Wildlife Park transfer
Rovaniemi – Ranua Wildlife Park – Rovaniemi transfer for 1-4 people
Atv Experience
Come and experience the nature by driving an ATV.
Discover the types of autumn activities at the Arctic Circle!
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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.