8 days in Rovaniemi Itinerary

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore Santa's House of Snowmobiles and Rovaniemi Local History Museum. Get a sense of the local culture at German Soldier s Cemetery and Rovaniemi Church. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Rovaniemi: Pyha-Luosto National Park (in Pyhatunturi), Church of Sodankyla (in Sodankyla) and Kopara Reindeer Park (in Luosto). There's much more to do: stroll through Pyhatunturi, make a trip to Santa Claus Village, fly down the slopes at Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy, and explore the fascinating underground world of Syvasenvaara Fell.

To see ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Rovaniemi itinerary planner.

In March, daytime highs in Rovaniemi are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can travel back home.