17 days in Rovaniemi & Levi Itinerary

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Fri): take in the views from Lumberjack's Candle Bridge, take an exotic tour of a safari tour, see Santa Claus Office, then find something for the whole family at Santa Claus Village, and finally make a trip to Marttiinin Wanha Tehdas. Here are some ideas for day two: find something for the whole family at SantaPark, then take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, and then don't miss a visit to Lordi's Square.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read Rovaniemi road trip planning website .

Levi to Rovaniemi is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus. December in Rovaniemi sees daily highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to Levi.

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Levi: Sodankyla (Church of Sodankyla & Museum - Gallery Alariesto), Gold Prospector Museum (in Tankavaara) and Enontekio (Enontekio Church, Jyppyra lookout, & more). There's still lots to do: explore and take pictures at Ice Karting Levi, look for gifts at Akaslompolo Sportshop, get engrossed in the history at Samiland, and stroll through Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm.

To find reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Levi journey planning app .

Traveling by car from Rovaniemi to Levi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December in Levi, expect temperatures between -6°C during the day and -15°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 30th (Sun).