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“Dream come true mesmerizing holiday at the Arctic Circle, Lapland, Finland.”
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Rovaniemi – The Official Hometown of Santa Claus ®
“Experience a living story that will change you forever. Your magical journey here at Arctic Circle, Lapland, Finland is guided by the values of authenticity, giving, creativity and constant presence. It’s also your moment to meet Santa Claus any day of the year and write a chapter in your life’s story while exploring Rovaniemi area rich in history and curious details.”
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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.
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Tips
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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.
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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.
Summer holiday under the Midnight Sun at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi
Summer under the midnight sun casts a spell of nightless nights and arctic silence. In these serene moments, nature whispers secrets shared with friends, creating memories that shimmer in the everlasting light of friendship.
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Summer TIPS!
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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.
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Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
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Summer by the river in Rovaniemi
Browse summer activities
Book summer activities at the Arctic Circle!
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Reindeer Farm Visit With Photos
A visit to a reindeer farm is a magical experience that is sure to leave you with lasting memories.
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Vikaköngäs hiking tour
Vikaköngäs hiking area at the southern end of the village of Vikajärvi, at the northern end of the hiking area is the perfect place for the experienced travellers, same as for the beginners.
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Canoeing Trip from Husky Home to Reindeer Farm
See the huskies and reindeer while enjoying a lovely paddle trip.
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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.
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Husky walk
Take a walk with our lovely huskies in the nature.
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Arctic River Rafting
Feel your boat speeding down the river and get your heart pumping! Take part in arctic river rafting of a lifetime.
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Ranua Zoo Tour with buffet lunch option
Ranua Zoo tour with buffet lunch option. Meet many animals and birds that can be found in the arctic region.
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Vikakongas Hike Nature and Silence
Vikakongas Hike – Where Every Season Unveils a Spectacular Symphony of Colors and Landscapes
Discover the types of activities at the Arctic Circle!
Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
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Ice restaurant at Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos
The Ice Restaurant of Arctic SnowHotel is a spectacle, an attraction on its own. Enjoy an unforgettable 3-course dinner with dessert served on an ice plate!
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Snow Restaurant in Snowman World
The Snow Restaurant, which is rebuilt every year, is an attraction itself. Snow carvings, amazing lighting and snow and ice sculptures provide you with a feast for the eyes during daily lunch and dinner.
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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!
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Roka
Roka provides a friendly, personal and intimate 25-seater, neighborhood restaurant where we offer to you what we do best: serving bistro-style & street food made from the finest ingredients, chock-full of authentic & original flavors and accompanied with refreshing and sophisticated beverages.
Book winter activities at the Arctic Circle!
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Reindeer and Husky Experience, Rovaniemi
Meet two furry arctic favourites on one trip – and take rides with both!
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Reindeer Safari in Arctic Wilderness
This journey begins with a visit to a local reindeer farm located into the Arctic Forest. There you’ll meet the…
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Electric Fatbike Tour in Winter
Enjoy a private e-biking tour from Rovaniemi in snowy Winter! With your electric fatbike, you can ride without limits : the fat tires and powerful electric engine allow you to enjoy easy rides on snowy trails!
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Deep Snow Powder Driving
Like it out of trails? Our new deep snow driving safari brings you far to the wilderness where drive partly on untouched powder snow and explore new tracks and spots every day.
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Tour to Aurora Horses Farm with Charming Finnhorses
Hug a Finnhorse
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Winter clothing set week rental | Rovaniemi
Warm and trendy, high-quality winter clothes for rental during your visit in Rovaniemi.
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Visiting package: Snow sauna experience
Try Finnish sauna and very unique & humid sauna made snow (!) and get to visit Arctic SnowHotel where everything is made of snow and ice
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Explore the wilderness
A half-day wilderness adventure is our way to experience the remote and untouched nature of Lapland.
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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.
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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.
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Sustainable Travel Finland companies
The local companies and Visit Rovaniemi are taking part in the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) program
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Sustainable summer accommodation
Quick links
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.