5 days in Rovaniemi Itinerary

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

Take a break from the city and head to Safaris and Luosto. Get some cultural insight at Arktikum and Christmas House Santa. Step out of Rovaniemi with an excursion to Amethyst Mine Lapland in Luosto--about 1h 35 min away. And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Village, get engrossed in the history at Rovaniemi Local History Museum, see Santa Claus Office, and pause for some serene contemplation at Rovaniemi Church.

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Vaasa to Rovaniemi is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Vaasa in February, expect Rovaniemi to be slightly colder, temps between -6°C and -11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 7th (Thu) to allow time for travel back home.