Winter holiday in Rovaniemi with kids

Arctic SnowHotel - a fairytale made of snow and ice

Ever had a dream of a magical snow castle? Well in Lehtojärvi Rovaniemi, the Arctic SnowHotel offers a fairytale made of snow and ice. Interested of a warn snow sauna, or dinner at ice restaurant? Well here you can experience them both!

Arctic SnowHotel with its Ice Restaurant and outdoor activities is an excellent place to visit, surely providing memorable experiences for all its visitors. With the entrance ticket you are able to access Arctic SnowHotel and see the hotel rooms, Ice bar, Ice chapel and Ice restaurant inside of it. The hotel area is open daily from 12 – 19 during December 15 – March 31.

Santa Claus Village

The dream of Christmas, it´s kindness and warmth. We all agree that this is the place where the magic culminates. This little village of eternal Christmas Magic is open every day of the year and you can see Santa Claus free of charge every day. The central square is where you can cross the Arctic Circle line and the Santa Claus´Main Post Office is where you can send letters to your loved ones with a special stamp.

Cuddle Arctic Animals

The soft huskies and adorable reindeer. Santa Claus Village is also the home of cute arctic animals. At Elf´s Farmyard you can see reindeer, alpacas, sheep, goats, peacocks, rabbits, chicks, hens and roosters. Here you can also use a Lapland hut (kota) and campfire/barbecue. Bring your own food or buy snacks and drinks from the elf’s store. Arctic Circle Husky Park has operated next to Santa Claus Village already for several decades. Here you can cuddle and have rides with Siberian Huskies. At Santa Claus Reindeer you can experience reindeer sleigh rides & farm visits.

Magic of Snow and Ice

Situated in Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle the Snowman World Winter Zone offers a unique snow and ice world. Here you can visit Ice Restaurant and Ice Bar and experience fun activities for kids and the young at heart. Come and slide down daring hills, try ice skating and take part in other fun activities together with the snowman characters.

Ranua Wildlife Park

Have an adventure to the home of polar bears. Only an hour away from Rovaniemi the Ranua Wildlife Park guarantees a whole day of exciting family fun. Taking a tour in the park introduces you to Venus the polar bear, Paju the beaver, Emppu the moose and many other wildlife friends living in the park area.

Porovaara toboggan slide

How would your kids react to a 400 meters of toboggan slide? Amazing right! Santa Claus Reindeer has a private toboggan slide in Porovaara about 20 kilometers south from Rovaniemi city center. This toboggan ride is accompanied with great views, feeding the reindeer and warming snacks by the fire. Sounds like a day of snowy Lapland fun for the whole family.

Sledding Adventure with own transportation >>

Sledding Adventure transportation included >>

Science Center Pilke - a forest exploration indoors

Little Snowmobile drivers

Santasport - family sports and wellness

A wellness center in the snowy embrace of Ounasvaara. Santasport is located on Ounasvaara hill, in the middle of snowy trees and amazing sights. This is the place for family sports and relaxing. Have a swim at the spa or have a bowling tournament, or tour the Ounasvaara with mountain bikes – Santasport has got it all!

Ounasvaara Ski Resort & Rendi´s Snow World

And finally have a look at a Guide to Enjoy Winter Holiday with Kids! >>

Have a look at Rovaniemi activities and plan your Family Day in Winter Wonderland >>