6 days in Rovaniemi Itinerary

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Napapiirin Porofarmi and LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier. Family-friendly places like SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus and Ranua Zoo will thrill your kids. Explore Rovaniemi's surroundings by going to Amethyst Mine Lapland (in Luosto), Pyhatunturi (in Pelkosenniemi) and Giewont Husky Adventures (in Kittila). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Santa Claus Village, browse the collection at Rovaniemi City Library, get some fabulous bargains at Marttiini Store Old Factory, and examine the collection at Santa's House of Snowmobiles.

For traveler tips, reviews, maps, and tourist information, go to the Rovaniemi trip planner.

January in Rovaniemi sees daily highs of -10°C and lows of -17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.