Top Things to do in Lapland
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Lapland, Finland
Finland's largest ski resort, Lapland's Ylläs has 61 slopes, the longest running two miles, with a vertical drop of over a quarter mile. This is the highest Finnish fell (mountain) with ski lifts, and there are 29 here in all. Also at Ylläs are 210 miles of cross-country tracks, 24 miles of which are lit.
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1. Giewont Husky Adventures
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
2. Ice Karting Levi
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5.0 based on 335 reviews
Icekarting is powerslide on an icetrack! We have two driving options: 1] 2 x 15min driving session (no competition)|Price:55€/person. 2] Privat race with qualification race and final race, including prizes.|Price:85€/person| Go-Karts are equipped with studded tires and silent four-cycle engines. The quests are supplied with complete winter-racing gear, including helmets, hoods, shoes, gloves and overalls. The icetrack is fully illuminated. Transport: We pickup and return you free with minibus from your accommodation in Levi area. Price: 55€ / person (adults and children) Duration: around 1 hour. Open: every day 10am - 20pm.
Reviewed By Dana_zina - Lapland, Finland
The staff is happy and energetic and fun, a fun and fun experience and an amazing attitude is very worth a try. Don't miss it. I had a lot of fun laughing and madly enjoying myself :)
3. Halti
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Halti is the tallest fell in Finland (1324m). It's located 55 km to the northeast from the village of Kilpisjarvi. Halti lies close to the border between Finland and Norway with marked hiking and skiing trails. The Halti summit is easiest to reach by taking the Calotte Route from Kilpisjarvi. The Halti fell is part of Finland's national heritage and in ancient times, the spirits of the fell were worshipped to guarantee a good hunt.
4. Saana
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5.0 based on 107 reviews
This recognizable fell is located in the village of Kilpisjarvi. You can climb to the top of the fell (1029m) along a trail which starts at the Kilpisjarvi tourist centre. Scrambling up to the top of Saana is a challenge worth doing. The longest set of stairs in Finland helps you at the steepest part of the four kilometer journey. From the top of the Saana you can see for miles!
Reviewed By MKJokela - Lohja, Finland
The trail begins from a parking slot of Malla naturalpark. The trail was in very good condition for about the first couple of kilometers. From there the rest of the route was a gently sloping rocky "path". The "path" was marked with black sticks but basically you could walk where ever on the top of Saana. This phase of the climb seemed to be never ending but the hike was totally worth the scenery at the top of Saana.
5. Reindeer Farm Petri Mattus
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5.0 based on 71 reviews
I am Sámi reindeer herder Petri Mattus and I invite you to my home and reindeer farm to be my family´s quest. On reservation you have a chance to join our everyday life for a little moment. During the winter months (Mid December - April) we offer our program, which takes you to the wilderness in a sledge pulled by a snowmobile. Reservations required. In May You may join us to see the new born calves. Please, make a reservation at least the day before. Our main work is reindeer herding and some days are reserved for reindeer work only and visits for the guests are limited because of that. - Reservations Required
Reviewed By Chris_from_Durham13
We really loved our trip to this farm. Petri is a wonderful and thoughtful guide and we had a fun snowmobile led sleigh ride to a reindeer grazing area, where Petri was able to call about 100 reindeer that we could take pictures of and hang out around. Petri gave great insight into the reindeer herding life, and his wife explained the basics of Sami language and culture and they both answered every question. I would highly recommend this trip and thank Petri and his family for opening his farm for people to learn about reindeer. Make sure you dress warm as you will be outside for several hours.
6. Orbas Reindeer Farm
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Hey you traveller! We’re a local reindeer herder family from Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland. With us, you’ll get to know the tradition of Lappish reindeer herding culture at our family farm. Reindeer herding is our lifestyle, and with us you’ll experience traditional, calm, but simultaniously modern reindeer herding culture. Our farm is located in a remote location at the furthermost corner of Rovaniemi, far beyond the street lights and the facilities of modern lifestyle.
Reviewed By TrudyG181 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
We visited the family and they were willing to share their lives with us for one day. We have looked at and fed the herd of reindeer as they do every day. Weroasted sausages and drank hot drinks in the snow while sitting on reindeer skins. And we ended the tour sitting in the kitchen, eating a traditional meal while enjoying each other's company. We look back on a fantastic day.
7. Lapland Hotels SnowVillage
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4.5 based on 458 reviews
Have unique arctic adventures at Snow Village! Here you will see the breathtaking constructions made of snow and ice. If you are brave enough you may spend a night in the snow suite, have a dinner at the top class ala carte restaurant or enjoy a drink served in ice glass. Or you can just marvel at the magnificent sculpture art all around the area. We are located in Western part of Finnish Lapland, in close proximity of Ylläs and Levi ski-resorts and easily reachable from the international airport of Kittilä. You are very welcome to come around and have an experience of life time!
Reviewed By 1MFM - Chorley, United Kingdom
Sensational ice sculptures! Excellent work of art with so many different character rooms. Ice slide was great fun! Ice bar is also worth a visit for a hot chocolate, hot berry juice or something stronger in an ice glass. Lots of photo opportunities. Well worth a visit at €16 each. We spent just over an hour here. Highly Recommended!
8. Luvattumaa - Levi
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4.5 based on 246 reviews
Luvattumaa is a true find. Sheltered by the beautiful Lappish nature, Luvattumaa welcomes travellers to open their senses and experience the ice, the snow, the water, the scents and the flavours. During the winter season, snow castle the Levi Ice Gallery opens its doors for the public. Our River Spa is open throughout the year, as is the true heart of Luvattumaa - the Lappish hut restaurant.
Reviewed By PekkaR148 - Hartola, Finland
Levilla kaydessa ala Jaya kaymatta. Huippu ruoka iloinen ja ystavallinen palvelu. When you visit in Levi don’t miss this place. Marvelous food, cheerful and lovely service. And don’t forget the snow castle.
9. Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church
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4.5 based on 82 reviews
6 km airline dist. NE of Siida, the Sami museum and Northern Lapland Nature Centre Lat 68.95 Lon 27.11
Reviewed By gagardener03
I was incredibly fortunate to have my snowmobile training guide (from Wilderness Hotel Inari) take me to this beautiful old chuch. This is the only wooden church, which was bulit in 1750, that remains in northern Finland (the remainder were destroyed during WW II). It is in a beautiful setting and would be worth a visit anytime you are in this area!
10. Inari Reindeer Farm
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4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By GailGeoffL - London, United Kingdom
We visited on 18th February and it was one of the activities we had that was included in our package with the Wilderness Hotel. As we'd never been to a reindeer farm before (although had previously seen some close up in Norway) we were both looking forward to it. I have to say it didn't disappoint! We were able to feed them, we had a sled ride, the setting was quite magical with so much snow. The Sami family that run the farm were very friendly and did a very good job of explaining about reindeer, the farm and their culture. It's not a long trip but certainly worth it if you are in the area
