“Dream come true mesmerizing holiday at the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.”
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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!
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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.”
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There’s no place like Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, for genuine Christmas experiences. See here for some Rovaniemi Christmas magic.
Travel to Lapland By Train
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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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.
Reindeer and Huskies in Summer
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Summer fishing trips in Rovaniemi
Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle
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Private Traditional Lakeside Sauna with Midnight Sun & Bbq
For your authentic Finnish experience, sit back in the lakeside private traditional Finnish sauna with the mild steam warming you up.
Visit a Genuine Working Reindeer Farm
Visit our authentic reindeer farm, meet real-life reindeer herders, and feed reindeer in their natural surroundings.
Private Guided Ranua Wildlife Park Tour from Rovaniemi with Lunch & Arctic Animal Encounters
Discover Lapland’s leading wildlife attraction on this 5-hour private guided tour from Rovaniemi.
Bus to Ranua Zoo from Rovaniemi
Bus to Ranua Zoo from Rovaniemi
Yoga Hike
Experience the healing power of nature by hiking and doing yoga in the nature.
Canoeing Trip from Husky Home to Reindeer Farm
See the huskies and reindeer while enjoying a lovely paddle trip.
Lapland Berry Day Experience
Unique nature in Lapland prepares an amazing summer tour for you! In northern and eastern Finland you can find the largest quantities of berries.
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
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.
Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle
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Public transportation
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Autumn Highlights in Rovaniemi, Lapland
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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
Day ticket to exhibitions in the SnowCastle Area
Entrance to the SnowExperience
Private meeting with Santa in Santa Claus Cottage in Rovaniemi
Private Santa Meeting in Rovaniemi: Step into a snowy forest at Porovaara for a private meeting with Santa Claus and his reindeer. Cosy cottage, peaceful surroundings, and magical family moments await.
Goods of the Forest – picking trip of the season’s berries or mushrooms, 3 hours (Private Tour)
Experience this unforgettable trip picking berries or mushrooms in a clean, Lappish forest, where you get to taste berries directly from the twig. And enjoy traditional Finnish campfire picnic with your family or friends.
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
Northern Lights Hunt & Photography Experience
Join Kotatuli Experiences, a family-run company from Rovaniemi, for an intimate Northern Lights hunt where you’ll not only witness the aurora but also learn how to capture it yourself.
Autumn Husky experience with cart ride and photographer
This one-of-a-kind autumn tour combines one of the most popular activities in Rovaniemi with professional photography. You get to meet the huskies, try husky cart riding on wheels, and have the experience captured in memorable, professional photographs.
Yoga Hike
Experience the healing power of nature by hiking and doing yoga in the nature.
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.
Northern Lights in Rovaniemi Lapland
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Snow hotel accommodation with unique snow & ice activities
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Nature Trails in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi area is a versatile playground for day hikers. Explore the rugged wilderness, climb a fell, and wander in the relaxing sounds of nature
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Spend the Night in Nature Like a Reindeer Herder
Spend the night in nature of Lapland in a traditional reindeer herders’ wooden lean-to, laavu. Above, the sky is infinite, and you are surrounded by the silence of Porovaara and the reindeer pastures.
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.
Insider Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls
Guided winter hike to explore the magnificent frozen waterfalls of Korouoma Canyon.
Small Group Ice Fishing Experience With Snowmobile Sleigh ride
Experience the untouched silence of Lapland on a private ice fishing adventure. Ride a snowmobile-towed sleigh, try ice fishing, enjoy a campfire snack, and meet real reindeer.
Rovaniemi: Arctic Spa with Lapland’s Only Infinity Pool
Welcome to CULTA — the sanctuary of SkyView Igloo Resort.
Full Day Lapland Winter Park Area Ticket
Full Day Lapland Winter Park Area Ticket – Great experiences for the whole day!
Northern Lights Tour At The Campfire
Enjoy the peace and quiet of our private forest location to watch the northern lights. Includes an enclosed Teepee for roasting snacks over the campfire + our winter clothing.
Thrill of Snowmobiling for Adults Only
This safari is all about riding a snowmobile and we’ve minimized the amount of stops to keep you moving as much as possible. Tour is for adults only – no sleigh is carried along on this safari to avoid it slowing us down.
Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
Lappish restaurant Gaissa
Restaurant Gaissa’s menu includes modern Finnish and Lappish special delicacies. The restaurant is located in Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus.
Rovaniemi Theatre Cafe and Restaurant
Rovaniemi Theatre cafe and restaurant is located in Lappia House in Rovaniemi city centre. In the décor and table settings…
Restaurant Hilltop
A high-quality, 200-seat panoramic Restaurant Hilltop offering pure northern flavours and breath-taking views is situated on the top floor of Arctic Hilltop Boutique Hotel Iso-Syöte.
Snowman World, dinner in Snow Restaurant
Inside of Snowman World you can find the coolest bar of Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi!
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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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
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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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