Spend some time with everyone’s favorite festive figure in Santa Claus Village. The magical attraction is in Rovaniemi, the self-proclaimed home of Father Christmas. Here, it’s December 25 year-round and you can meet Santa on any day. This multifaceted attraction also features snow rides, restaurants and accommodations for anyone wanting to get into the Christmas spirit, even in July.
The village started out as a home for Eleanor Roosevelt in the 1950s, as she sought a place to stay just above the Arctic Circle. Visit today to see how it has become the official worldwide home of Santa Claus.
Wander around a main village square decorated with traditional buildings. In summer, when there are fewer visitors, you can experience the thrill of seeing the midnight sun over this picturesque themed village.
Meet the man himself in the Santa Claus Office, where you get to talk to the bearded benefactor on any day of the year. Read some of the letters sent to Santa at the Main Post Office, which is staffed by postal elves. This is a working post office, so send off some letters here and get a unique Arctic Circle post stamp.
Stop by some of the other attractions in the village, including husky and reindeer parks and a theme park with wintry rides. Stroll along the main street to pick up some gifts from the Arctic Circle in souvenir stores and handicraft shops. End your day by eating in one of the restaurants in the village, which offer hearty meals in atmospheric log cabins.
Although it’s festive throughout the year at Santa Claus Village, the Christmas season does bring extra joys. A month before Christmas, Santa himself declares the Christmas season open. Two days before the big day, watch as the gift-giver sets off on his journey around the world.
Take one of the local buses from Rovaniemi town center to Santa Claus Village or drive here and park outside the attraction.
