8 days in Rovaniemi Itinerary

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon (in Posio), Sampo Icebreaker (in Kemi) and Pyha-Luosto National Park (in Pyhatunturi). Next up on the itinerary: get in on the family fun at Santa Claus Village, Head underground at Syvasenvaara Fell, see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, and take an in-depth tour of Arktikum.

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In March, daily temperatures in Rovaniemi can reach -1°C, while at night they dip to -9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) so you can travel back home.