Sights and attractions
There are scores of sights and attractions in the Official Hometown of Santa Claus – please find them listed below. Christmas magic can be experienced year round in places like Santa Claus Village and SantaPark.
As the capital of Lapland, Rovaniemi is home to Lapland’s Provincial Museum Arktikum, the forest-themed Pilke Science Centre and the Korundi House of Culture. For animal lovers, the various reindeer and husky farms are a must along with Ranua Zoo that specialises in Arctic fauna; its ‘royal residents’ are the mighty polar bears and their cousins, the Finnish brown bears. Bordering on the Arctic, Rovaniemi is an exotic place of snow and ice in winter – you can even eat and sleep in buildings made of them.
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Koivusaari Nature Trail
Photogenic Koivusaari Nature Trail is a popular day hike destination nearby Rovaniemi city in Lapland, Finland.
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.
Villa Vinkkeli
Villa Vinkkeli is a new art center in Rovaniemi. The house has an art gallery and the photo studio of photographer Kaisa Sirén.
LAURI historical log houses
The LAURI log houses are a piece of history in city center of Rovaniemi. Inside there is a traditional handicraft workshop, where you can watch how beautiful items of reindeer antler, wood and leather are being produced.
Santasport Bowling Alley
Santasport has a 12-lane bowling alley with an automated scoring system that guarantees a relaxed bowling experience for the entire team.
Rovaniemi Church
The present church in Rovaniemi was completed in 1950. It was designed by the architect Bertil Liljequist. The interior of the church is dominated by a huge fresco behind the altar.
Administrative and Cultural Centre
Lappia Hall, City Library of Rovaniemi and Rovaniemi Town Hall – the most famous of architect Alvar Aalto’s works in Lapland.
Santasport pool area
Santasport pool area is ideal for competitive swimmers, aquatics, swim schools, and recreational swimming.
Rovaniemi Theater
Rovaniemi Theater is the northernmost professional theater in Finland and our roots are proudly in Lappish ground.
Rollohalli Adventure and Activity Park
Under one large roof you will find trampolines, obstacle courses and slides. The park is divided into age groups so that “speed monsters” of all ages and levels are guaranteed to find the right amount of challenge and fun.
Lapland Brewery – Brewery visits
Lapland Brewery is craft beer brewery In Rovaniemi, Lapland. Their beers are inspired by the Lappish wilderness.
The Haunting Of Arctic Ghosts
Haunted walk and gallery of darkness is an art gallery in Sonka, Rovaniemi, opened in 2021.The goal of the gallery is to introduce the audience to something new, different and even a little scary.
Angry Birds Activity Park
Children of all ages, and children at heart, can come and enjoy the fun, inspired by Angry Bird figures. The open-air playground is located within walking distance from the city centre.
Auttiköngäs
Auttiköngäs is one of Finland’s most magnificent waterfalls in peaceful Taiga forest an hour from Rovaniemi.
Guided Amethyst Mine visit at Luosto in summer
Lampivaara Amethyst Mine, located in Pyhä-Luosto national park, is a fascinating travel destination all year round. The amethyst of Lampivaara fell was born 2 000 million years ago in the bowels of the ancient mountains. There is now a gem mine on the top of the hill that will sustain for the hundreds of years. Visitors are welcome!
Naava Café
The idyllic Naava Café is located in the heart of Rovaniemi, at Vanha tori.
Entrance ticket to Snowman World
Entrance ticket to Snowman World – day ticket
Entrance ticket to Arctic SnowHotel
Entrance ticket to Arctic SnowHotel – day ticket
Santa Claus City Office
Discover Santa´s artistic side in Santa Claus City Office, right in the very heart of Rovaniemi City.
SnowGlow Winter Activity Park
Winter activity park located conveniently in the city center of Rovaniemi.
Fun on Ice skating
Fun On Ice offers outdoor ice skating in the heart of Rovaniemi, at Lordi´s Square.
Entrance to Mrs. Santa Claus’ Christmas Cottage
Meet Mrs. Santa Claus in her Christmas Cottage
Kotatieva Winter Leisure Park
Kotatieva Winter Leisure Park is a destination where you can experience winter fun in a peaceful, genuine environment. We have a unique forest ice-skating track and much more! Kotatieva is an ideal day trip destination: we’re located only 10 kilometres from Rovaniemi centre, and we provide a transportation.
Guided tour to the amethyst mine at Luosto in winter
Lampivaara Amethyst Mine, located in Pyhä-Luosto national park, is a fascinating travel destination all year round. Visitors are welcome!