Car rental Rovaniemi – see the bigger picture
Wide range of car rental agencies
Rovaniemi offers a wide range of domestic and international car rental agencies ensuring you’ll find a vehicle that fits your needs. These companies are conveniently located at Rovaniemi Airport, the train station, and in the city center. With multilingual customer service and modern fleets, you can rent a car with peace of mind and hit the road stress-free.
Recommended car rental agencies
24Rent – Car Rental 24/7
Finland’s largest car-sharing service, where you can rent a car 24/7 using your own phone.
Europcar Car Rental Rovaniemi Airport
Discover the arctic capital Rovaniemi and the surrounding Lapland with ease by renting a car from Europcar Rovaniemi Airport.
RovaRent
RovaRent is a small, local car rental company based in Rovaniemi. We believe renting a car should be simple, transparent, and personal.
Avis Car Rental in Rovaniemi
Whether you need a spatious SUV, handy hatchback or roomy van, we have it. Avis has the widest network of car rental locations at your service.
Hertz car rental
Hertz provides a diverse and reliable range of vehicles to meet any travel requirement. You can find us in Rovaniemi at the airport, downtown and at the railway station.
Budget Car Rental Rovaniemi
Whether you need a car for only yourself or for the whole group, Budget offers all sizes from small cars to larger people carriers.
Europcar Car Rental Rovaniemi City
Discover the arctic capital Rovaniemi and the surrounding Lapland with ease by renting a car from Europcar Rovaniemi City.
Avis Car Rental at Rovaniemi Airport
When you are looking for a modern, trustworth car to take you to your destination comfortly and safely, contact us.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise offers a wide selection of high-quality vehicles, among which you will always find the right fit for your specific mobility needs. Book a rental car from Enterprise and enjoy the freedom!
Attractions all over Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland, is one of the largest cities in Europe by land area (over 8,000 square kilometers), making it ideal for exploration by rental car. While the city center is compact and easy to navigate on foot, many of Rovaniemi’s most captivating attractions are spread across its vast countryside.
Entrance ticket to Arctic SnowHotel
Entrance ticket to Arctic SnowHotel – day ticket
King’s Lean-to
King’s lean-to is a famous and extremely beautiful day hike destination in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland. The lean-to is reachable both in winter and in summer.
A Day Ticket to Kotatieva
Spend an active and truly unique day in beautiful nature of Finnish Lapland!
Auttiköngäs
Auttiköngäs is one of Finland’s most magnificent waterfalls in peaceful Taiga forest an hour from Rovaniemi.
True freedom to explore Rovaniemi
Renting a car gives you the ultimate freedom to explore Rovaniemi at your own pace. From the magical Santa Claus Village to the breathtaking Arctic wilderness, having your own vehicle ensures you’re not tied to bus schedules or taxi availability. This is especially important during winter when daylight hours are limited.
Auttiköngäs
Auttiköngäs is one of Finland’s most magnificent waterfalls in peaceful Taiga forest an hour from Rovaniemi.
A Day Ticket to Kotatieva
Spend an active and truly unique day in beautiful nature of Finnish Lapland!
King’s Lean-to
King’s lean-to is a famous and extremely beautiful day hike destination in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland. The lean-to is reachable both in winter and in summer.
Ranua Resort – Wildlife Park
Ranua Wildlife Park offers tourists and nearby inhabitants the opportunity to observe arctic animals throughout the year, in an as authentic environment for the animals as possible.
Flexibility and other car rental benefits
Car rental Rovaniemi gives you the flexibility to visit remote attractions like Korouoma Canyon or Pyhä-Luosto National Park, which are difficult to access via public transportation. You can also plan detours to nearby towns or enjoy a late-night aurora hunting trip without worrying about returning in time for the last bus.
Sustainability choices car rental in Lapland
For eco-conscious travelers, many car rental companies in Rovaniemi provide hybrid or electric vehicles, helping reduce your carbon footprint. For more specific information regarding sustainable options, we recommend to be directly in contact with the car rental companies.
Arctic Circle
Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland, lies right on the Arctic Circle, which makes the town a gateway to the arctic. See more here.
Arctic Capital
Rovaniemi combines the northern nature with urban surroundings, self-confident localness and open-minded internationality. Rovaniemi is also the Official Hometown of Santa Claus®.
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.
Northern Lights
Experience the magic of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) in Rovaniemi. Find out viewing spots, times and more here.
Safety in winter conditions
Driving in Rovaniemi during winter is safe, provided you follow local guidelines. Rental cars are equipped with winter tires, and some offer additional features like seat warmers and studded tires for icy roads. Always maintain a safe distance and drive cautiously in snowy conditions. Also check out general safety instructions for winter travellers.
Korouoma Frozen Waterfall’s Hiking Experience, Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland
Korouoma Frozen Waterfall’s Hiking Experience
Deep Snow Powder Driving
Like it out of trails? Our new deep snow driving safari brings you far to the wilderness where drive partly on untouched powder snow and explore new tracks and spots every day.
Lappish Lunch Break – Snowmobiling, ice fishing and tasty food
Today we do what the locals do on their day offs: snowmobile to a frozen lake for ice-fishing!
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!
Car rental in Rovaniemi Airport
Rovaniemi Airport car rental is the most convenient place to pick up your car. Most major car rental companies have desks at the airport, allowing you to start your Lapland adventure immediately after landing.
Good to know about parking in Rovaniemi
Parking in Rovaniemi is straightforward, though often subject to charges. Unfortunately free parking in the city centre of Rovaniemi is very limited. Most parking areas in the city centre require the payment or use of a parking disk, which is usually provided when renting a car. Ensure you display the disk on your dashboard and set the time of your arrival to avoid fines. In case of fine, you can pay it to the service point provided by the city of Rovaniemi, Osviitta.
Sampokeskus Shopping Centre
The most diverse shopping centre in Rovaniemi is conveniently located along a promenade street.
Lauri – Handicrafts Shop
Our LAURI handicrafts shop is located near Rovaniemi center. We are following old traditions by creating our unique items, which are all handmade from renewable natural materials.
Christmas House Souvenirs Shop
Make shopping in the largest souvenir shop in Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi. Christmas House Shop is one of the main…
Samarund Luxury Presents
We offer a wide range of domestic personalised wooden, reindeer and steel gifts.
What the best transportation option for you?
Car rental often proves cost-effective for travelers looking to explore beyond Rovaniemi’s city limits and reach all the hidden gems of Lapland. Rovaniemi offers multiple transportation choices for every kind of need and situation.
Bus company Eskelisen Lapin Linjat
Eskelisen Lapin Linjat is one of the largest line service and chartered bus companies in Lapland. During the weekends in spring, summer and autumn, we travel from Helsinki via Rovaniemi to the tourist centres of Lapland as well as North Norway.
Private transfers in Lapland
Private Transfer Lapland offers private transportation with a minivan for 7 persons in Rovaniemi area and all around Lapland as well as transportation to Northern Sweden and Northern Norway.
Avis Car Rental in Rovaniemi
Whether you need a spatious SUV, handy hatchback or roomy van, we have it. Avis has the widest network of car rental locations at your service.
Europcar Car Rental Rovaniemi Airport
Discover the arctic capital Rovaniemi and the surrounding Lapland with ease by renting a car from Europcar Rovaniemi Airport.
Visiting Santa Claus Village
Visiting Santa Claus Village by car is hassle-free, as the site provides ample parking space for visitors. Whether you’re staying for a quick visit or spending the day meeting Santa, parking is easily accessible and well-organized. By renting a car in Rovaniemi, you’ll enjoy unparalleled convenience, freedom, and access to the enchanting Arctic landscapes. Start planning your Lapland adventure today!
Photoshoot in Santa Claus Village
This winter, you have a chance to record your visit in Santa Claus Village by a professional photographer!
Elf Adventure with Mrs. Claus, Rovaniemi
Get to know how elves spend their freetime!
Snowmobile Safari with Santa’s Elves – a Winter Adventure in the Forest Rovaniemi
Embark on a magical journey through the snow-covered forests of Lapland, guided by Santa Claus’s very own elves.
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.
What you need to rent and drive a car in Rovaniemi?
Renting and driving a car in Rovaniemi is a straightforward process, but there are a few requirements tourists should be aware of. First, you must have a valid driver’s license. If your license is not in English, Finnish, or another widely recognized language, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to accompany it. Most car rental companies require renters to be at least 21 years old, although some may have higher age requirements or charge additional fees for drivers under 25. You’ll also need a valid passport or national ID for identification and a credit card for the security deposit. Familiarize yourself with Finland’s driving rules, such as mandatory seatbelt use and keeping headlights on at all times, even during daylight. With these essentials in hand, you’ll be ready to start your journey across the Arctic landscapes!
A guide for responsible Northern Lights -experience in Rovaniemi
Find your Northern Lights -activity
Reindeer and Huskies in summer
Reindeer Activities in summer Husky Activities in summer
Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
Lapland’s food culture in Rovaniemi
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