“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!
Explore the Wilderness with Snowshoes
Snowshoeing Experience
Husky Safari from Rovaniemi Including a Husky Sled Ride
Great Husky safari from Rovaniemi
Scenic Snowshoeing on the top of Pyhä Fell
Hop on the chairlift and enjoy the vast natural scenery from the top of the fell while taking your first steps in snowshoes, right next to Pyhä-Luosto National Park. Feel the peak and see the sights with the best views to fill up your Instagram!
Santa Village & Arctic Animals Combo Adventure
What would you do if you wanted to experience an ultimate winter adventure? Well, of course, you would visit Santa’s village and try husky and reindeer sleigh rides!
Visit to the farm with 3km reindeer safari
Visit to the farm with 3km reindeer safari
Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunting
Join us for an unlimited & guaranteed Northern Lights hunt—see the auroras or get your money back! We’ll drive as far as needed and stay out as long as it takes to find the perfect view.
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.
Private Ice Fishing Adventure At Shaman Village
Private Ice Fishing Adventure at Shaman Village
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!
Santamus Summer Lunch
Santamus’ Summer Restaurant serves open-fire lunch in the Santamus’ lush courtyard
Buusti Lounge & Deli
Buusti Lounge & Deli is located next to the Santasport bowling alley offering many choices from daily lunch to varied snacks. Buusti serves fresh salads, delicious burgers, soups and sandwiches.
Gallis
The Glass Restaurant offers pure northern ingredients and flavors of Lapland in an atmospheric and unique setting at the Santa Claus Village, Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi.
Himo Pasta House
Pasta House is a cozy and inviting family-owned restaurant in the heart of Rovaniemi.
Explore Summer of Lapland
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Summer by the river in Rovaniemi
Browse summer activities
Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
Reindeer and Huskies in summer
Reindeer Activities in summer Husky Activities in summer
Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle
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Romantic summer holiday
Romantic holiday in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi at the Arctic Circle – the most magical romantic getaway
Rovaniemi with kids
Santa Claus and Christmas time sights & attractions Christmassy winter activities for families Indoors – all year round Culture experiences…
Unbelievable seasonal experiences in Rovaniemi
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Private Korouoma Canyon Tour with picnic
Enjoy the nature sceneries of Korouoma canyon! Tour for Your group or family only, flexible timing.
Arctic Berry & Mushrooms Picking Hike
Let your experienced wilderness guide take you for a hiking trip to the best spots for mushrooms and berry picking, like blueberries or cloudberries, around Rovaniemi. Learn about Arctic nature and its treasures.
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
Ranua wildlife park
Take a journey in the Ranua wildlife Park and it’s arctic animals
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
VÄKI – Forgotten and Mystical Power of the Nature
Welcome to this inclusive, private and guided experience. With our local guide you will feel and sense the power of the nature – Väki.
VÄKI – Moving Nature
Welcome to this inclusive, private and guided experience. With our local guide you will feel and sense the power of the nature – Väki.
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!
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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Yoga Hike
Experience the healing power of nature by hiking and doing yoga in the nature.
Walking with Alpacas 30 min
Walking with alpacas in Santa Claus Village and visit in Santa’s Pets.
Winter Daytime ice floating
Do what you never thought you would be doing in your lifetime! Swim in an icy lake in the north of Finland in the middle of winter!
Horse riding over the hills 4 hour (advanced only)
Experience the unforgettable adventure – a true Lapland journey for nature-loving equestrians. Prepare, ride, and conquer the stunning fells in a matter of hours. For experienced riders only.
Week Pass for Climbing and Yoga
Limitless climbing and yoga for a week
Aurora Pass : Unlimited Northern Lights Hunting Pass
We know nature is unpredictable so we offer you 3 or 5-day pass to increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Our guides will show you where can you see the northern lights from and help you with capturing them on camera.
Rovaniemi Northern Lights Photography Small-Group Tour
Experience the magic of Lapland and photograph the amazing Northern Lights!
Trip to Ranua Wildlife Park
This guided trip to the famous Ranua Wildlife Park will give you great insight and the opportunity to see and learn about all the Arctic animals, from Polar bears and Arctic foxes to wild boars and otters.
Discover the types of autumn activities at the Arctic Circle!
Explore winter tips
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.