Location: Rovaniemi
Top Things to do in Rovaniemi
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Rovaniemi, Lapland
Rovaniemi (Finnish: [roʋɑˈniemi] ( listen)) is a city and municipality of Finland. It is the administrative capital and commercial centre of Finland's northernmost province, Lapland. It is situated about 6 kilometres (4 miles) south of the Arctic Circle and is between the hills of Ounasvaara and Korkalovaara, at the confluence of the river Kemijoki and its tributary, the Ounasjoki. The city and the surrounding Rovaniemen maalaiskunta (Rural municipality of Rovaniemi) were consolidated into a single entity on 1 January 2006. The new municipality has an area of 8,016.75 square kilometres (3,095.28 sq mi), thus making it the largest city in the European Union by land. Rovaniemi has an approximate population of 62,000.
Restaurants in Rovaniemi
1. Syvasenvaara Fell
2. 66 Arctic Adventures
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
We promise to offer you good experiences and feel of local lifestyle. If you want that if you want tourist traps don´t. Our adventures give you feel how to live in the arctic circle and how we respect our nature and our lifestyle here. We know the best places where to take you! You need just ask or book ready adventure.
3. Roll Outdoors - Bike tours
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5.0 based on 132 reviews
Guided mountain biking tours and fatbike rentals in the capital of Lapland, Rovaniemi, Finland. (Another shop we have up in the North, in Kiilopää, next to Urho Kekkonen National Park) We ride around the year and want to show you all the great seasons and phenomenons of our Lapland. Riding in the middle of the dark forest and snowy silence under the auroras is something you absolutely should experience. Or looking at the sunrise from the top of the hill . Or just go riding bikes and enjoying the nature of Lapland. What an experience! If you feel like you are not in good fit, we highly recommend to book a tour with electric mountain bikes. Arctic nature, fresh air and smile on a bike guaranteed.
4. Nordic Adventures
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5.0 based on 175 reviews
Sure, a beach vacation is fun. But, just like your tan, it’s forgettable. What’s trending for families that want activity, discovery, and memorable experiences? Small-scale, outdoor minded tours that specialize in journeys and adventures — and the kind of excitement that makes you and your kids dump digital devices to focus on the here and now. Nordic Adventures - we are here to help!
5. Wild Blueberry
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Wild Blueberry is only 20 kilometers from the city lights, a place known of its high possibility to see northern lights. It offers few hours of private time, where you can relax and enjoy the nature. Available to you are Finnish traditional sauna, hot tub for six, a warm hut to enjoy local food, an ice swimming spot, ice fishing and snowshoeing trip towards an old's bear nest.
6. Auttikongas
7. Santa Claus Reindeer
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4.5 based on 153 reviews
Experience a Reindeer Sleigh Ride with Santa's own reindeer In Magical Lapland Nature - Right at the Backyard of Santa Claus Office at the Arctic Circle in Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, Finland
8. Rovaniemi Local History Museum
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
The buildings on Pöykkölä farm date from the end of the 1800’s and are built on the shores of the River Kemijoki. Open: June-August. At other times by arrangement.
9. Rovaniemi City Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland
This library was completed in 1965. It is one of the many libraries designed by the famous architect Alvar Aalto who also designed the Lappia House (Rovaniemi Theater) next to the library. All of his libraries are known for the spacious library hall, book recesses, and skylights. In addition to books, you can always find a small art exhibition at this library.
10. Santa Claus Express
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4.5 based on 183 reviews
The Finnish double-decker night train, known as the Santa Claus Express, travels from Helsinki to snow-covered Lapland in the north. The train stops at Rovaniemi, the official home of Santa Claus, and then goes on to Kemijärvi, its final destination. See the beauty of Finland from the comfortable compartments of this train and wake up above the Arctic Circle the next morning.
Reviewed By minimoonflower
My 6yo twins and I travelled the 23:00 train. Cosy but comfortable. The water was a bit hit and miss in the bathroom. We had an upper deck cabin and waking to a white winterland sunrise at 10:30 was spectacular! We flew back...and super pleased we took the train to Rovaniemi on the way up. Highly recommend, super experience.
