7 days in Rovaniemi Itinerary

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

Bring the kids along to Santa Claus Village and Arktikum. Venture out of the city with trips to Ranua Zoo (in Ranua), Pyha-Luosto National Park (in Pyhatunturi) and Tatuka Reindeerfarm (in Ylitornio). And it doesn't end there: find something for the whole family at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Rovaniemi Church, fly down the slopes at Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy, and stroll through Napapiirin Porofarmi.

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London, UK to Rovaniemi is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from London to Rovaniemi. Traveling from London in December, things will get colder in Rovaniemi: highs are around -6°C and lows about -13°C. On the 27th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.