“Dream come true mesmerizing holiday at the Arctic Circle, Lapland, Finland.”
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.
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!
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.”
Summer
Rovaniemi is the city of the Midnight Sun, surrounded by Arctic nature, where Lappish culture and a wide range of activities meet!
Tips
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.
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2-Hour Snowmobile Safari
Join us on this unique 2-Hour Snowmobile Safari and feel the excitement of driving through the snowy forests in the Lappish wilderness.
Riisitunturi National Park
Discover with us the beauty of Lapland with its snowy landscapes and take photos of this winter wonderland.
Combo: reindeer safari & ice fishing experience
Join us and experience our daily life! Combine a reindeer safari with in Lapland’s beautiful nature with an unforgettable ice fishing experience in Sierijärvi Lake.
Amethyst Mine (find your own stone)
Discover the amazing Amethyst mine and it’s magical surroundings
2,5 hours electric snowmobile safari Porovaara Hill (“Reindeer Hill) in Rovaniemi & meeting reindeer
Welcome to experience Lapland’s nature with ecological electric snowmobiles at our beautiful private Porovaara Hill resort located only 20 min from Rovaniemi city-center. You will also the opportunity to meet some reindeer in their fences & feed them.
Rovaniemi Northern Lights Photography Small-Group Tour
Experience the magic of Lapland and photograph the amazing Northern Lights!
Visit to the Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma
Join us on an unforgettable journey to the enchanting frozen waterfalls of Korouoma!
Visit the Reindeer Herd
A private tour to visit a big and beautiful free ranging semi-wild reindeer herd. On this unique reindeer herder’s real-life tour, you’ll get in the middle of hundreds of reindeer ranging free in their natural pastures and feeding sites.
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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.
Summer
Rovaniemi is the city of the Midnight Sun, surrounded by Arctic nature, where Lappish culture and a wide range of activities meet!
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.
Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
Summer by the river in Rovaniemi
Browse summer activities
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Fall in love with the tastes of Lapland!
Restaurant Gaissa
Restaurant Gaissa’s menu includes modern Finnish and Lappish special delicacies. The restaurant is located in Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus.
Café&Bar Zoomit
In Cafe & Bar Zoomit, people gather together to enjoy each others company while bartenders make the best drinks in town of Rovaniemi.
Ranua Resort – Wild Arctic Restaurant
Wild Arctic Restaurant serves visitors, groups and overnight guests next to the entrance to the Wildlife Park.
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!
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.