Things to do in Rovaniemi

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Rovaniemi showing a bridge, a sunset and a river or creek
Arktikum which includes tranquil scenes, landscape views and a river or creek
Arktikum showing signage
Rovaniemi which includes a sunset, landscape views and a river or creek
Rovaniemi featuring kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek

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Rovaniemi: Santa Claus Village Visit with Hotel Pickup

Rovaniemi: Santa Claus Village Visit with Hotel Pickup

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €120 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Rovaniemi: Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma Full-Day Tour

From Rovaniemi: Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma Full-Day Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours
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Free cancellation available
Price is €175 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Rovaniemi: Aurora Hunting Tour with Photography by Van

Rovaniemi: Aurora Hunting Tour with Photography by Van

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €120 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Northern lights private tour Rovaniemi

Northern lights private tour Rovaniemi

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €148 per adult
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Spa & wellness

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Sauna Boat Scenic River Cruise

Sauna Boat Scenic River Cruise

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €160 per adult
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What to do in Rovaniemi

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Rovaniemi featuring a square or plaza

Santa Claus Village

Meet jolly old St. Nick in his homeland of Rovaniemi at a meticulously detailed attraction dedicated to all things Santa.

Santa Claus Village
Ounasvaara

Ounasvaara

Hit the slopes in Rovaniemi with a visit to Ounasvaara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Ounasvaara
Arktikum which includes tranquil scenes, a sunset and a river or creek

Arktikum

Immerse yourself in one of the planet’s most treacherous environments and discover how humans and animals have adapted to make it their home.

Arktikum
Lordi Square which includes shopping, city views and signage

Lordi's Square

Go on a heavy metal pilgrimage by visiting this square, which is dedicated to Finland’s most famous hard rockers. Dine and shop while you’re here.

Lordi's Square

SantaPark

Bring the children to SantaPark and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Rovaniemi. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

SantaPark

University of Lapland

Walk around the campus at University of Lapland during your visit to Rovaniemi. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

University of Lapland

Arctic Golf Finland

Enjoy a round of golf in Rovaniemi at Arctic Golf Finland. You can seek out the safari tours and ski slopes in this quaint area.

Arctic Golf Finland

Revontuli Shopping Center

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Revontuli Shopping Center during your stay in Rovaniemi. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the safari tours.

Revontuli Shopping Center

Lappi Areena

Catch an event at Lappi Areena during your trip to Rovaniemi. You can seek out the safari tours and ski slopes in this quaint area.

Lappi Areena
Kittila

Kittila