Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle
Magical year-round Christmas Experience in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland
Rovaniemi is The Official Hometown of Santa Claus, and therefore it is only natural that there is also a small village full of magical Christmas atmosphere in the Arctic Circle.
You can spend a memorable day visiting Santa Claus Village or stay overnight. Santa Claus Village is one of the main attraction and places to visit during wintertime in Rovaniemi, Lapland.
3 facts and tips
3 facts and tips
- Did you know? Santa Claus Village is visited by more than half a million people every year
- Where is it located? Nearby Rovaniemi City Centre, about 8 km from center at the Arctic Circle.
- How to get to the Santa Claus Village? Bus 8 is taking visitors from City Centre to the Santa Claus Village. Many tours also include a pick-up.
All year round Christmas feeling
All year round Christmas feeling
The Arctic Circle’s wide range of services has something for all ages and different travel budgets. Please note that not all services are open all year round and some of the activities or services only work during the snowy season or only during the Christmas season.
Santa Claus spends his time in Santa Claus Village year-round and welcomes visitors every day.
Wake up your Christmas spirit
Wake up your Christmas spirit
A leisurely stroll through the beautifully lit and decorated Santa Claus Village square while Christmas carols are playing, will surely bring a smile to your face and guarantee that the Christmas spirit will take over. Wander through the alleys to look and admire, stop at the restaurants and cafes serving local delicacies or stop by the boutiques to admire Finnish design and handicrafts.
For all lovers of the Christmas magic, a visit to Santa Claus Village is a dream come true.
4 free attractions
4 free attractions
- Cross the Arctic Circle. The Arctic Circle line is clearly marked in the central square.
- Santa Claus welcomes visitors every day. You can visit Santa Claus for free.
- Santa Claus’ Main Post Office is an attraction in itself and you can visit there to marvel at, for example, the letters sent to Santa Claus. If you wish, you can send mail to your loved ones with the special stamp which is only available at the Arctic Circle.
- In Santa Claus Village you will also find the historic Roosevelt Cottage. The Roosevelt Cottage was completed on June 11, 1950, and it became the first attraction of Santa Claus Village.
Santa Claus Office
Santa Claus Office is the official place to meet Santa in Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle.
Santa Claus’ Main Post Office
Santa Claus’ Main Post Office is the only official post office of Santa Claus. Here you can feel the Christmas spirit every day of the year and be served by the merry post office elves in several languages!
70th anniversary of Roosevelt Cottage, the very first building of Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland
Santa Claus Village, located on the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland, is today one…
In Santa Claus Main Post Office all letters and cards are stamped with a special Santa Claus postage stamp!
Santa Claus Main Post Office Elf
Accommodation in Santa Claus Village
Santa’s Luxury Boutique Villa / Apartments
Modern design and exclusive comfort in the heart of Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi, right next to the Santa Claus Office, yet in a quiet spot.
Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
The Arctic TreeHouse hotel provides a unique blend of luxury comfort in the heart of Arctic nature, local Lappish traditions and modern Scandinavian design.
Santa’s Igloos Arctic Circle
Santa’s Igloos Arctic Circle, 71 luxurious, spacious glass igloos, reception and Restaurant Arctic Eye are located at the Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi.
Santa Claus Holiday Village
From a classic rooms to families suites build in Lapish cottage style for sure you can find room which will suites your needs.
Johka – Arctic Villas
Stay in our cosy arctic villas and enjoy wonderful Lappish athmosphere!
Nova Skyland Hotel
Nestled in the serene nature of Lapland, Nova Skyland hotel offers a unique experience in high-quality lodgings with friendly and attentive service.
Glass Resort
Luxury accommodation in Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi. Glass Resort offers a glass igloo type accommodation with more space and luxury feel with private outdoor Hot Spa and Sauna.
Restaurants in Santa Claus Village
Café Ensilumi in Snowman World
Café Ensilumi is a warm, peaceful, cozy and spacious café located next to the reception of Snowman World, right next to Santa Claus Village’ Main Square.
Nova Skyland Hotel and Restaurant
Nova Skyland restaurant serves modern Lappish meals prepared with local ingredients.
Loft Cafe
Daily fresh coffee, cake and brunch in cozy and friendly atmosphere.
Rakas Restaurant & Bar
Rakas Restaurant & Bar charms with its unique ambiance and menu of meals made from local ingredients prepared with a modern twist.
Santa’s Pizza & Burger
Santa’s Pizza & Burger is a traditional fast food restaurant in the Arctic Circle. Our menu consists of delicious pizzas and hamburgers made with our own special recipe.
Lapland Restaurant Kotahovi
Lapland Restaurant Kotahovi is a charming lunch restaurant located right in Rovaniemi in the well-known Santa Claus Village, just in the backyard of Santa Claus Office.
Three Elves Restaurant
Three Elves Restaurant offers Lappish cuisine every day of the year. It is situated right at the Arctic Circle, in Santa Claus Village.
Restaurant Gallis
The Glass Restaurant offers pure northern ingredients and flavors of Lapland in an atmospheric and unique setting at the Santa Claus Village, Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi.
Ice bar in Snowman World
Inside of Snowman World you can find the coolest bar of Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi!
Restaurant Arctic Eye
Restaurant Arctic Eye in Rovaniemi offers tastes of Lapland and the North, with an international twist.
Santamus Restaurant
At Santamus you can enjoy local culinary creations and be entertained with unforgettable gold panning program
Snow Restaurant in Snowman World
The Snow Restaurant, which is rebuilt every year, is an attraction itself. Snow carvings, amazing lighting and snow and ice sculptures provide you with a feast for the eyes during daily lunch and dinner.
Glass igloos – Private Dining in Three Elves Restaurant
If you are looking for a unique place to enjoy an unforgettable meal with your friends, come and enjoy the dinner in our glass igloo.
Sights and attractions in Santa Claus Village
Husky Park visit
Come and see the life in Husky Park! You can take photos, visit our beautiful park and meet the genuine Siberian Huskies.
Santa Claus’ Main Post Office
Santa Claus’ Main Post Office is the only official post office of Santa Claus. Here you can feel the Christmas spirit every day of the year and be served by the merry post office elves in several languages!
Santa Claus Reindeer
Reindeer rides and experiences with Santa´s reindeer in Santa Claus Village all year round.
Entrance to Mrs. Santa Claus’ Christmas Cottage
Meet Mrs. Santa Claus in her Christmas Cottage
SantaPark – the Home Cavern of Santa Claus
Underneath the Arctic Circle, deep beneath the ground, lies Santa’s secret cavern where it’s Christmas all year round!
Santa Claus Office
Santa Claus Office is the official place to meet Santa in Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle.
Entrance ticket to Snowman World
Entrance ticket to Snowman World – day ticket
Santa’s Pets Visit
Meet domestic animals next to the Santa Claus Office. Tickets are valid all day!
Activities in Santa Claus Village
Santa Village & Arctic Animals Combo Adventure
What would you do if you wanted to experience an ultimate winter adventure? Well, of course, you would visit Santa’s village and try husky and reindeer sleigh rides!
Santa Village and the arctic circle
Let’s go to the most memorable and extraordinary place in Finnish Lapland. To the magical town of Santa Claus to meet the real Santa
Elf Hat Academy in Santas Village
Welcome to the Elf Hat Academy, located near Santa’s main office in the Arctic Circle. Learn the elf wisdom and graduate as an elf in this interactive show!
Finnish Christmas with Santa Claus, 3 hours (Private Tour)
Experience a traditional Finnish Christmas Dinner and meet Santa Claus in private.
Traditional Finnish Christmas Eve, 4 hours (Private Tour)
Experience a traditional Finnish Christmas Eve with Sauna, Christmas Dinner and meet Santa Claus in private.
Husky and Reindeer Farm Visit With Snowmobiling
Experience Reindeer, Huskies, and an Adrenaline-Packed Snowmobile Safari!
Rovaniemi 2 days Adventure Package
Join us for the Rovaniemi 2 day adventure package! Experience the most sought-after Rovaniemi activities from your to-do list!
Autumn Delight – Visit to reindeer, husky and Santa Claus
Discover the secrets of Santa Claus and visit the husky and reindeer farms
Santa Claus Safari 7.1.-7.4., Rovaniemi
An arctic day of snowmobiling and reindeer sleigh riding completed with meeting Santa
Rovaniemi City & Santa Claus Village Tour
Rovaniemi city tour with most popular sightseeings and guided Santa Claus Village tour
Summer Delight – Visit to reindeer, husky and Santa Claus
Discover the secrets of Santa Claus and visit the husky and reindeer farms.
Photoshoot in Santa Claus Village
This winter, you have a chance to record your visit in Santa Claus Village by a professional photographer!
Santa Claus Safari Summer, Rovaniemi
A joyful day including riverboat cruise to a local reindeer farm and by car to handicraft workshop and Santa Claus Village
Arctic Delight – Visit to Santa’s Village and snowmobiling to reindeer farm
Discover the secrets of Santa Claus and the reindeer on visit to Santa Claus Village by car and reindeer farm by snowmobile!
The Hidden Place of Santa
Experience the Christmas atmosphere with whole family!
Cultural e-Fatbike Tour around Rovaniemi & Santa Claus Village
Discover Rovaniemi cultural heritage on an electric biking trip around the city to the Santa Claus! This guided tour on electric fatbikes offers you the opportunity to learn about Rovaniemi while enjoying a gentle outdoor ride in summer / autumn!
Trip to Arctic Circle, Santa Claus’ Village, Santa’s Reindeer and Elf’s Farm Yard
Must in Rovaniemi! During the trip we cross the magical Arctic Circle and visit Santa Claus’ Village where is Christmas all year round!
Arctic Circle Highlights by Minibus
Enjoy a full day of arctic experiences in Rovaniemi with the huskies and reindeers, visit Santa Claus himself, and make unforgettable memories in Rovaniemi!
Santa Claus Safari 1.12.-6.1., Rovaniemi
An arctic family day of snow fun activities and reindeer sleigh riding completed with meeting Santa
Arctic Circle Crossing Ceremony
Fascinating ceremony at the Arctic Circle
Christmas is Coming! 3 hours (Private Tour)
Experience the excitement of the arriving Christmas and its activities in a traditional way only with your own family.
Story of Finnish Christmas
A Christmas experience where you get to explore finnish christmas traditions and enjoy an unforgettable horse sleigh ride.
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.
Highlights of Rovaniemi Day Tour – Summer
The highlight tour takes you to the most unique sights in Rovaniemi. Visit genuine Reindeer and Husky Farms, meet Santa himself in the Santa Claus Village and get your certificate for crossing into the Arctic Circle.
