8 days in Rovaniemi Itinerary

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

Do some cultural sightseeing at Arktikum and Pilke Science Centre. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Safaris and Snowman World Igloo Hotel. Change things up with these side-trips from Rovaniemi: Sampo Icebreaker (in Kemi), Luosto (Amethyst Mine Lapland & Kopara Reindeer Park) and Pyha-Luosto National Park (in Pyhatunturi). There's still lots to do: find something for the whole family at Santa Claus Village, see the interesting displays at Christmas House Santa, make a trip to Lordi's Square, and hit the slopes at Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy.

To see traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Rovaniemi trip planner .

March in Rovaniemi sees daily highs of -1°C and lows of -9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) early enough to travel back home.