“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.
Car rental Rovaniemi
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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.
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Midnight sun photography tour
On this tour we will take you to the best locations around Rovaniemi to experience and photograph the unique phenomenon of Midnigh Sun.
Midnight Sun island escape
Private Island sauna, dinner & Midnight Sun experience in Rovaniemi
Electric Fat Biking at a Reindeer Farm in Rovaniemi
Explore a Reindeer Farm on an Electric Fat Bike in Rovaniemi! Ride through private trails and immerse yourself in the stunning Arctic wilderness.
Midnight Sun E-Bike & Sauna Adventure
Join us for an electric fat bike adventure, taking you through peaceful forests and ending up admiring the midnight sun
Rovaniemi: Auttiköngäs Waterfalls Hike Tour & Barbeque – Small Group
Hike the scenic Auttiköngäs Nature Trail with Arctic GM — discover lush forests, vibrant autumn colors, and the thundering Auttiköngäs waterfall. Small groups only, brand-new 2025 luxury 4×4 vans, expert guides, hot drinks & barbecue
Forest Walk with a Husky, Rovaniemi
Take the huskies for an afternoon walk and get friends with the furry sled dogs
Rovaniemi – Ranua Wildlife Park transfer
Rovaniemi – Ranua Wildlife Park – Rovaniemi transfer for 1-4 people
Rovaniemi: Arctic Canoeing Tour & Barbeque – Small Group
Paddle Lapland’s pristine lakes on an expert-guided canoe trip — surrounded by untouched wilderness and wildlife. Small groups only, brand-new 2025 luxury 4×4 vans, all equipment, hot drinks & barbecue
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.
Public transportation
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Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle
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Atv Experience – Rovaniemi
A great introduction to ATV riding – explore local landscapes in a fun and active way.
A private use of riverside sauna Uitto, jacuzzi, sauna lounge area (1-20 people)
Private usage of Uitto sauna, sauna lounge, jacuzzi
AuroraScapes Rovaniemi: Guaranteed Aurora Hunting Tour with Local Guide
Join a hunt for the Auroras from Rovaniemi with a rare 100% money-back guarantee. Find clear skies with an experienced local guide and witness one of the most beautiful shows nature has to offer!
Meet and Feed Reindeer
Join us to meet the stars of Christmas stories: the reindeer! Pet these gentle creatures, feed them lichen, and listen to fascinating tales about reindeer herding and life in Lapland.
Arctic Survival
Learn how to survive in a wild nature together with a guide on a day trip to the forest by learning different survival tasks. Suitable for a whole family!
Magic of the Forest and Log Sauna, 4 hours (Private Tour)
Feel the healing effects of the forest, herbs and log sauna with herbal bath for feet or treatment for hands. After the sauna we’ll serve you traditional Finnish dinner.
Overnight Bear Safari – Kuusamo & Oulanka rapids – Small Group Tour
Take an opportunity to seek for the bears in their habitat. These lovely ones have excellent senses of smell, sight, and hearing.
Ranua Wildlife Park – Small-Group Photography Tour
This photography tour takes us to Ranua wildlife park where we can meet more than 50 species of Arctic animals.
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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A private use of riverside sauna Uitto, jacuzzi, sauna lounge area (1-20 people)
Private usage of Uitto sauna, sauna lounge, jacuzzi
Snowmobile Safari with Ice Fishing Experience
Join us for a great afternoon of snowmobiling and ice fishing. This tour gives you the opportunity to experience something the local people really enjoy doing on their free time.
Riisitunturi National Park Hike
Riisitunturi Winter Hike: Tranquil Trails, Warm Drinks, and Surreal Scenery Await
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.
Sunrise Safari to Scenic Hillside by eSleds
This is the way to start an unique day!
Private Rovaniemi city & Santa Claus Village Tour
Get to know Rovaniemi city and meet Santa Claus at the Santa Claus Village on family-friendly private tour.
Rovaniemi 2 days of Adventures Package
Join us for the Rovaniemi 2 day adventure package! Experience the most sought-after Rovaniemi activities from your to-do list!
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!
Restaurant Saihu and lounge bar
Restaurant Saihu and the lounge bar are open every day, both in summer and winter: Check our website for the…
Ice Bar at Arctic SnowHotel
Inside of Arctic SnowHotel you can find a bar made of ice and snow! At the Ice Bar you don’t order a drink with ice, you order a drink in ice.
Restaurant Nili
Restaurant Nili offers Lappish delicacies and warm atmosphere in the heart of Rovaniemi, near the hotels and the safari-companies.
Restaurant Leiripaikka
Restaurant Leiripaikka serves breakfast to hotel guests and other customers and pre-ordered meals to groups. It also hosts company and private events.
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.
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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.
Traditional midsummer eve in Rovaniemi
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