17 days in Rovaniemi Itinerary

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

Attractions like Ranua Zoo and Rovaniemi Church make great kid-friendly stops. Change things up with these side-trips from Rovaniemi: Posio (Korouoma Canyon & Pentik Hill), Kemi (Kemin Jalokivigalleria (Kemi Gemstone Gallery) & Kemi Church) and Pyhatunturi (Pyha-Luosto National Park & Bliss Adventure). There's lots more to do: engage your brain at Pilke Science Centre, get in on the family fun at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus, go deep underground at Amethyst Mine Lapland, and make a trip to Lordi's Square.

For photos, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Rovaniemi day trip tool.

Expect a daytime high around 20°C in August, and nighttime lows around 11°C.