Rovaniemi and The Arctic Circle
Spellbinding nature and phenomena, Lappish traditions and culture, urban life and easy access activities make The Official Hometown of Santa Claus® a unique place to visit.
Mesmerizing Rovaniemi is the only travel destination in Lapland nestled right at the Arctic Circle – a thrilling adventure awaits those who are curious enough to cross this significant geographical line.
Rovaniemi is full of breathtaking phenomena and natural elements. Summer with Midnight Sun, magical Northern Lights, breathtaking Autumn colours and mystical Polar Night all provide memories for a lifetime.
Rovaniemi combines the northern nature with urban surroundings, self-confident localness and open-minded internationality.
Your Rovaniemi, Lapland holiday tips!
6 Wintery surfaces in Lapland
Sustainable Travel Finland companies
The local companies and Visit Rovaniemi are taking part in the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) program
A day in Rovaniemi city
Alvar Aalto Architecture in Rovaniemi
Sustainable Tips for visitors
10 Northern Lights activities
Aurora Borealis are visible from late August until end of March or beginning of April
Unbelievable seasonal experiences in Rovaniemi
Northern Lights in Rovaniemi Lapland
Northern Lights Tours
Q&A about Northern Lights
Q&A ABOUT NORTHERN LIGHTS When can I see the Northern Lights? In Rovaniemi, the Northern…
Best things in Lapland?
Seasons
Lapland, Finland is full of breathtaking phenomena and nature elements. The best time of travelling to Rovaniemi depends on what you are after – the constantly changing seasons all have their own characteristic light, temperature, natural phenomena and ideal activities.
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!
Stay
Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, offers a range of accommodation from budget to luxury. Find your place to stay from numerous alternatives!
See & do
Experience Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, all year round. Activities, natural phenomena, events, sights and attractions – we’ve got them! See more here.