“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!
Husky Park Visit with Jenga (500 m) Husky ride
An experience in a husky sled! After the tour you will visit the kennel with charming, purebred Siberian Huskies.
Finnish Christmas with Santa Claus, 3 hours (Private Tour)
Experience a traditional Finnish Christmas Dinner and meet Santa Claus in private.
Korouoma Canyon & Ranua Zoo Winter Tour
Enjoy the nature of Korouoma canyon. After hiking in Korouoma we drive 1 hour to Ranua Zoo, where we meet arctic animals and birds!
Visit to the farm with 3km reindeer safari
Visit to the farm with 3km reindeer safari
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!
Snowmobile Photography Trip to Hunt the Auroras
Northern Finland is full of marvelous places for watching the Northern Lights. The first rule is go away from the city lights. The clear and starry sky means you can see the brightest Auroras Borealis!
Silent eSled Safari and Ice Fishing Experience in Rovaniemi
On our ice fishing safari to lake Lehtojärvi you will learn the secrets of ice fishing which is a popular pastime in Finland
Auttiköngäs Winter Wilderness Hike & Barbeque – Small Group
Discover Lapland’s winter magic on our Auttiköngäs Nature Trail tour. Led by expert guides, experience the Arctic’s beauty, from frozen waterfalls to ancient forests
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!
Restaurant Thulia
Restaurant Thulia is a Lappish evening restaurant with a relaxed, authentic atmosphere in Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets in Rovaniemi.
Café & Bar 21
Cafe & Bar 21 is the coolest Cafeteria and Cocktail Bar in Rovaniemi! 21 is situated right in the city center of Rovaniemi, address Rovakatu 21.
Sky Bar of Arctic SnowHotel
The coolest drink bar in town! Sky Bar is located in the shores of Lake Lehtojärvi, a 30-minute drive from Rovaniemi city center.
Amarillo Rovaniemi
Eating together and a good atmosphere are close to Amarillo’s heart, as many of the dishes on the menu are meant for sharing.
Explore Summer of Lapland
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Laplands food culture in summer
Read more about Lappish treats
Traditional midsummer eve in Rovaniemi
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…
Alvar Aalto Architecture in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
Summer events in Rovaniemi
Reindeer and Huskies in summer
Reindeer Activities in summer Husky Activities in summer
Unbelievable seasonal experiences in Rovaniemi
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Cultural Canoe Trip around Rovaniemi
Visit Rovaniemi in a unique and original way! Canoeing together on the Arctic rivers, your guide will show you around the hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland.
Wellness from Finnish Nature, Rovaniemi
Get familiar with the Finns close relationship with nature that shows in the local way of life
Be a Gold Digger, Gold Panning Activity, 3 hours (Private Tour)
Experience the excitement of treasure hunting and enjoy charm of the campfire and a traditional Finnish picnic.
Riisitunturi National Park Nightless Night Trip
Riisitunturi National Park Nightless Night Trip
Thrilling quad bike adventure (Small group)
A unique and intimate small group quad bike adventure in the Lapland’s beautiful forest scenery in Rovaniemi.
Horse Riding in Arctic Wilderness – Small Group
Explore Lapland’s enchanting forest trails on our horseback riding tour in Rovaniemi, where safety meets adventure. Experience the thrill of learning horseback riding aboard Finland’s esteemed horses
Rovaniemi: Day Tour to Lapland’s Top Attractions
Rovaniemi: Day Tour to Lapland’s Top Attractions
Auttiköngäs Hiking Experience
Start your unforgettable adventure through the breathtaking wilderness of Auttiköngäs with a skilled photographer by your side.
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.
Book autumn activities at the Arctic Circle!
Amethyst Mine (find your own stone)
Unearth Your Own Treasure: Amethyst Mine Adventure – A Journey of Discovery and Delight
Aurora Photography Trip – Autumn
This program focuses on photography with our professional guide to capture magic moments of you with the celebrity, Ms. Aurora….
Wellness from Finnish Nature, Rovaniemi
Get familiar with the Finns close relationship with nature that shows in the local way of life
Hiking Trip to Korouoma Canyon and Auttiköngäs Waterfalls
Explore the Arctic wilderness! Your guide will lead you on a hike to Korouoma Canyon and Auttiköngäs Waterfalls. Snack & fire included.
Taste of Lapland
One of the best summer activities in Lapland shows you awesome hidden places of untouched wild nature.
Visit to a real reindeer farm in Rovaniemi
Visit the pasture of an authentic reindeer farm in Rovaniemi. See the reindeer up close and feed them.
Finnish Legends & Tales Night Around The Fire
Enjoy a relaxing night around the fire in the Arctic forests, listening to legends and tales of Finland. This story-telling experience will offer you an opportunity to learn more about Finnish culture, traditions and local history.
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.
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.