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Q: What is Rovaniemi best known for?

Rovaniemi is renowned as the official hometown of Santa Claus and is a fantastic spot for witnessing the mesmerizing Northern Lights.

Q: When is the best time to visit Rovaniemi?

Rovaniemi is enchanting year-round. Winter offers a snowy wonderland, while summer provides the unique experience of the Midnight Sun. Choose your visit based on the seasonal activities you wish to enjoy.

Q: Where should tourists stay in Rovaniemi?

For convenience, stay in the city center to easily access attractions. Alternatively, opt for a cozy cabin in the surrounding wilderness for a more secluded and immersive experience.

Q: What are the best activities for families in Rovaniemi?

Families will have a blast visiting Santa Claus Village, exploring the Arktikum Science Museum, and enjoying winter sports at Ounasvaara Ski Centre.

Q: Is Rovaniemi suitable for solo travelers?

Absolutely! Rovaniemi is a welcoming destination for solo travelers, offering a safe environment and plenty of opportunities to meet fellow adventurers.

Welcome to Rovaniemi, the enchanting capital of Lapland and the official hometown of Santa Claus. Nestled near the Arctic Circle, this captivating city in Finland's Lapland region offers a magical blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and festive spirit. Whether you're crossing the Arctic Circle, chasing the Northern Lights, or meeting Santa himself at the Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi promises an unforgettable experience for travelers of all ages. Embark on a mesmerizing holiday guided by authenticity, creativity, and the spirit of giving, as you explore the rich history and fascinating details of this enchanting destination.

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Cruises • From Rovaniemi, Kemi

Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise with Ice Floating

Hotel pick-up

Book now for tomorrow

English guided

Free cancellation

Instant confirmation

★ 4.4 (156) • 3K+ booked

From NT$ 11,771

Tours • From Rovaniemi

Hunting Northern Lights with Lappish Barbecue Tour in Rovaniemi

Hotel pick-up

English guided

Evening departure

Instant confirmation

★ 3.9 (58) • 2K+ booked

From NT$ 2,906

Tours • From Rovaniemi

Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Ride Tour from Rovaniemi

English guided

Instant confirmation

★ 4.4 (45) • 1K+ booked

NT$ 7,320

Cultural experiences • From Rovaniemi

Discover the Northern Lights Photography Tour

English guided

Evening departure

Free cancellation

Instant confirmation

★ 4.1 (69) • 1K+ booked

From NT$ 4,046

Cruises • From Kemi, Rovaniemi

Icebreaker Sampo Afternoon Cruise with Ice Floating and Lunch

English guided

Morning departure

7+ hrs

Free cancellation

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New Activity

From NT$ 15,096

Cruises • From Kemi, Rovaniemi

Icebreaker Arktis Cruise with Ice Floating

English guided

Morning departure

7+ hrs

Free cancellation

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★ 3.5 (2) • 100+ booked

From NT$ 9,034

Tours • Rovaniemi

Santa Claus Village Tour from Rovaniemi

English guided

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★ 4.8 (4) • 100+ booked

NT$ 3,642

Outdoor & sports activities • From Rovaniemi

Local husky experience with sled ride and photographer

English guided

Morning departure

Up to 3 hrs

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New Activity

NT$ 5,471

Outdoor & sports activities • From Rovaniemi

Snowmobile Safari in Rovaniemi

English guided

Up to 3 hrs

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★ 4.8 (5) • 200+ booked

NT$ 3,605

Tours • Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi Norvajärvi Northern Lights Half-Day Tour with Small Group

Free cancellation

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★ 4.5 (2) • 50+ booked

NT$ 2,437

Tours • From Rovaniemi

Private Aurora Hunting Tour With Photography Options

Private tour

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English guided

Evening departure

Private group

Free cancellation

New Activity

From NT$ 2,529

Tours • From Rovaniemi

Highlights of Rovaniemi Day Tour

Hotel pick-up

English guided

Free cancellation

Instant confirmation

★ 4.5 (80) • 1K+ booked

From NT$ 8,792

Hotels in Rovaniemi

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Hotels • Rovaniemi

Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle

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★ 4.6 (226)

From NT$ 27,639

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos

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★ 4.4 (115)

From NT$ 17,656

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Apukka Resort

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★ 4.5 (282)

From NT$ 27,757

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Santa Claus Holiday Village

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★ 4.7 (1,172)

NT$ 31,045

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Nova Skyland Hotel

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★ 4.7 (236)

From NT$ 10,553

Hotels • Rovaniemi

SkyView Igloo Resort

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From NT$ 39,494

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Aito Igloo & Spa Resort

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★ 4.5 (21)

From NT$ 15,690

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Santa's Hotel Santa Claus

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★ 4.4 (688)

From NT$ 7,010

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Scandic Rovaniemi City

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★ 4.2 (969)

From NT$ 7,254

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Hotel Aakenus

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★ 4.0 (697)

From NT$ 4,849

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets

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★ 4.3 (364)

From NT$ 11,504

Hotels • Rovaniemi

Scandic Polar

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★ 3.8 (229)

From NT$ 5,422

yuannita *******

2025-12-09 09:18:27

Fantastic 5.0

It was a wonderful day for a hike, made even more magical by the falling snow. Learnt so much from our guide, who shared fascinating insights about the surrounding nature. Tasting fresh berries and even trying “old man’s beard” was such a fun and unique experience. We’re especially grateful to our guide for being so patient, always waiting for us and helping us navigate the slippery parts of the trail. Overall, it was an unforgettable and enriching adventure!

Korouoma Canyon and Frozen Waterfall Tour from Rovaniemi

Klook User

2025-11-20 09:28:43

Fantastic 5.0

we had a wonderful experience. nobody booked the same time slot so it felt like a private tour, our guide Jeremy did a fantastic job and very enthusiastic in what he does. I've red few bad reviews, but still went ahead and booked, I'm glad I did. one of our highlights. THANK YOU!

Lapland Snowmobile Experience

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2025-12-05 15:00:06

Fantastic 5.0

Great tour guide, a new business adventure for the owner, very nice and caring. Worth the tour with him and the activities for the whole day

From ROvaniemi All Inclusive Lapland Nature Experience In Ranua

Jyn *

2025-12-31 21:10:58

Fantastic 5.0

Highly recommend to book this tour if first time going to Finland. For a short stay in Rovaniemi, this tour covers the essentials. Negative points: (1) The only downside is that there is no time to rest and have a meal as the queue for the ride is long so last batch needed to rush after finishing the ride and (2) the departure time is same for many tours so we wasted time in changing the clothes due to many people going by tour at same time

Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Ride Tour from Rovaniemi

Klook User

2025-11-25 20:15:20

Fantastic 5.0

the tour guide share a lot of Aurora info with us!! the foods were nice too - sausage, marshmarrow and the salmon soup… most important, we get to see our Aurora! they even guide me how to use phone capture the nice Aurora picture!

Hunting Northern Lights with Lappish Barbecue Tour in Rovaniemi

Zhi *************

2025-11-28 14:45:04

Fantastic 5.0

very good experience with the tour. managed to see the northern lights. Guide Ben and Ricardo ensure we capture the lights and photos. Reindeer sausage and marshmallow were provided during the tour.

Discover the Northern Lights Photography Tour

Man ********

2025-12-25 20:03:35

Fantastic 5.0

Went at the end of December. Such a memorable experience! The trip started with boarding the ship at sunrise and disembarking at sunset. The whole time the weather was clear and sunny. The on-board activities were enough to fill the 3-hour boarding time. Besides floating in the sea in lobster suits, you could also take pictures on the deck and visit the captain's cabin and machine room. There were three choices for lunch on board: meatballs with mashed potatoes, salmon rice, and vegan pasta, along with a bowl of soup (salmon soup / tomato vegetable soup) and garlic bread. The food wasn't particularly tasty; the meatballs seemed boiled and tasted normal, and the salmon rice was also just okay. The outdoor area on the ship was very cold, but luckily there was hot GLOGG available to warm the stomach and hands.

Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise with Ice Floating

RYAN **

2025-12-28 11:42:28

Fantastic 5.0

it was an excellent experience to go for the husky dog, sledding, and also the reindeer ride, and also lusty the most chilling zoo . And an awesome lunch that I personally they enjoyed it!!

Highlights of Rovaniemi Day Tour

Ramyasini **********

2025-12-25 19:47:05

Fantastic 5.0

Amazing aurora hunting experience! The guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable and friendly. Great communication and feedback throughout the tour. Highly recommend!”

Ice Floating and Aurora Borealis Tour

General info

Time zone
GMT +02:00
No time difference
Currency
Euro
1TWD = 0.03EUR
Official languages
Finnish
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Spring warmth and blooming flowers enhance cultural site visits.
Recommended trip duration
2 days

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