“Dream come true mesmerizing holiday at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.”
Visit 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 travel 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.
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 Webcam
Rovaniemi webcam, 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, Lapland
Enjoy the Finnish happiness of Lapland through peaceful river cruises, rafting adventures, boating, canoeing, kayaking and stand up paddling under the endless light of the Midnight Sun. Explore beautiful Arctic nature on hiking and nature trips, relax in traditional Finnish saunas and refreshing lakes, and experience unforgettable wellbeing moments surrounded by pure northern landscapes. Meet friendly huskies and reindeer, visit authentic local farms and discover the traditions of Lapland through sleigh rides, horseback riding and unique Arctic animal experiences. The Arctic summer also offers memorable fishing and hunting experiences, outdoor adventures and magical Midnight Sun tours filled with golden light and peaceful northern moments. TIP! Enter Prize Draw #2 to Win a Sustainable Summer Holiday in Lapland.
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A day in old Finnish Life – Traditional countryside home visit
Choose more than an activity — step into the warmth of old Finnish countryside life, where hospitality, stories, and slow living still shape the day.
Fishing Experience at Kuoksa Private Lake
Spend a Day Fishing in the Heart of Lapland
Parks and Riversides of Rovaniemi Fatbike Tour
A short and engaging fatbike ride led by a photography guide to explore the beautiful riverside scenery of Rovaniemi in the summer.
Explore the wilderness (summer & autumn)
A half-day wilderness adventure is our way to experience the remote and untouched nature of Lapland.
Meet Santa Claus and His Friends
Experience Christmas magic in summer and autumn! Join Santa, his reindeer, and merry elves for a festive tour—perfect for families looking for a joyful, early holiday adventure.
Hidden Trails of Kuoksa
Explore the peaceful trails of our Kuoksa wilderness park with a local guide who knows the area like the back of their hand.
Apukka Fishing Tour
Apukka Resort is surrounded by lakes teeming with pike and perch, making it the perfect destination for both seasoned anglers and beginners. Join our guided fishing trip to experience some of the best fishing Lapland has to offer.
Walking with the huskies
A guided 2-3 km Hike with huskies.
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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Rovaniemi: Autumn Husky Safari – Drive Your Own Husky Team (5-8 km), Small Group & Bbq
Drive your own husky team through Lapland’s golden autumn forests and vivid landscapes — from our authentic family farm, far from tourist crowds. Small groups only, 5–8 km safari, brand-new 2025 luxury 4×4 vans, hot drinks & seasonal barbecue
Fall training tour
Fall training tour 2h 30min, sit in cart pulled by and atv, you’ll be accompanied with a team training for the winter season.
Northern Lights Photography Tour
The Northern Lights dancing up above is such a powerful and unique natural phenomenon: it changes lifes down on earth. Being one of the best places to spot the Auroras, Finnish Lapland is the ideal place to see them!
Horse riding whole day at wilderness area (Advanced Only)
Full day horseback riding experience in Lapland for experienced riders. Approx. 4 hours of riding, a peaceful outdoor lunch, and a deeper connection with nature.
Northern Lights Experience by a Campfire in Traditional Finnish Style from Rovaniemi
Enjoy a peaceful Northern Lights experience in a cosy private forest location away from light pollution.
Watching the Northern Lights from a campfire on a reindeer pasture in Rovaniemi
Spend the evening sitting by a campfire, watching the Northern Lights and feeding the reindeer.
Quad Tour – 1 hour in Arctic Forest with Hot Drink
Enjoy a quad tour through the peaceful forests of Lapland. Ride about 1 hour on trails and take a break with a warm drink in the heart of nature.
Private Northern Lights Hunt and Photography Experience
Private Aurora Hunt – Chase the Northern Lights with your own dedicated guide and photographer. Enjoy a flexible itinerary, personalized attention, and an exclusive Arctic experience.
Winter Holiday at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland
As snow blankets the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi transforms into a magical winter wonderland. Crisp air, twinkling Christmas lights, and peaceful polar nights set the stage for unforgettable adventures. The Northern Lights dance across the dark skies, offering moments of awe to be shared with friends and family.
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Snowshoe adventure in the Wilderness
Snowshoes grant us access to remote areas allowing us to connect with untouched nature and take in the glorious atmosphere of Arctic forests.
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.
Elf Hat Academy in Santas Village
Welcome to the Elf Hat Academy, located near Santa’s main office in the Arctic Circle. Learn the elf wisdom and graduate as an elf in this interactive show!
Visiting package: Ice sculpting and dinner at Kota Restaurant (Autumn)
Create your own ice sculptures and have 3 course dinner by the fire at the Kota restaurant
Reindeer safari to ice-fishing lake
Reindeer ride about 1h, learn the secrets of ice-fishing, snacks
Santa´s Ice Karting 14.00
Ice driving fun with Go-karts!
Dinner at Ice Restaurant and entrance ticket
Includes entrance tickets and dinner at Ice Restaurant.
Ice Fishing Like a Finn
Never thought you’d get the chance to go ice fishing? We’re here to change that. Join us on the ice and experience the thrill of fishing exactly like a local Finn!
Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
Restaurant Monte Rosa
Come and try out the fine local flavors spiced up with an international touch in Monte Rosa restaurant in Rovaniemi, Lapland.
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.
Poropirtti
Poropirtti provides a cosy setting for lunches, dinners, events and theme evenings.
Roka Room
Roka Room is available for private celebrations, lunches, meetings, and evening gatherings – always with the guaranteed quality of Ravintola Roka.
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
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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.
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