Location: Rovaniemi
Top Things to do in Rovaniemi
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids 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. BearhillHusky
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,015 reviews
A family owned and operated husky kennel dedicated to providing excellent dog-care and tours in the Rovaniemi area. Join us for a quick ride at Santa Village, or a more adventurous tour at our main kennel. We take our dogs welfare seriously, and strive to provide our guest with a responsible and ethical sled-dog experienced swell as great value for money. Love, knowledge and respect is what it takes.
3. Wild About Lapland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 239 reviews
We are a company that offers tailor-made Arctic tours for small groups only. We take a maximum of 8 people per tour and concentrate our efforts on providing our guests with high-quality experiences.
4. Explore Lapland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 113 reviews
We have a selection of exciting activities to offer you during your time in Lapland. Have a look around the website and see what takes your interest. We know that coming to Lapland is a once in a lifetime experience for many, so with that we have planned our activities to be family orientated, but can also adapt for groups and individuals. Please do not hesitate to get in contact with us to ask qu
5. Arctic Circle Snowmobile Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 202 reviews
Arctic Circle Snowmobile Park Oy is a family-company, based in Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland. The firm was established in 1999. We organize customized program services for individuals, especially for families and small groups. In winter season our office, located in Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for non-stop snowmobile safaris and mini-snowmobiling. With a booking our company organizes program services around the clock according to guests’ wishes.
Reviewed By sonjar491 - Paris, France
We did a 3-hour snowmobile tour in the evening from 20-23h and it was great fun. The night was too cloudy to see northern lights but we knew this beforehand and it was still a great experience. We drove into the snowy forest and stopped by at a cottage to warm up, drink juice and eat some corn (or sausages for those who want). Going in the night is quite magical and there was no one else around as I think in the day time the area is also used for husky and reindeer trails. Snowmobiling was easy to learn and my mother could sit behind me as she didn't want to drive herself. We were picked up and dropped off from our guesthouse in the city so transport was very easy.
6. Arctic Emotions Oy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By 412dorisr
It was a beautiful day!! We really enjoyed the sun, the work with the snow, the good food and your presence!!!! Thanks for all!! ???? kind regards Doris und Michael
7. Orbas Reindeer Farm
Overall Ratings
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.
8. Safartica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 667 reviews
Safartica offers all year round nature activities such as husky, reindeer and snowmobile safaris and Aurora tours as well as chalet accommodation in Lapland. Our Safari House is located in the city centre along the pedestrian street. Whether you are travelling with friends, family or business, we organise you all land services and take you an adventure you will remember for the rest of your life.
9. Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy
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4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By Travelphiliac
We came here twice both visits on weekday afternoons during school term. The slopes are open till the evening under floodlights due to the short hours of daylight in winter. Hireage of gear is easy and straight forward. Prices are not cheap but considering its vicinity to town and the lack of crowds when we visited it made it worth it. Some of our party were on the easier slopes that finished near the office and the rest of us were in the beginner's area. During our 2 visits both areas had hardly anybody on them so it actually felt like quite a luxury to ski with noone else on the same part of the slope at the same time. If time permitted we would have been back again without hesitation to practice our skills. I cannot comment though on numbers on the slopes during weekends or school holidays.
10. Santa Claus Secret Forest - Joulukka
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Hop on a journey and discover the secrets of the Elves, have an unforgettable meeting with Santa Claus, and take part in fun holiday activities! Santa Claus Secret Forest is an exclusive destination where you can experience the magic of Christmas either privately or in small groups. The unique surroundings and our enchanting programs, conducted with uncompromising expertise and world-renowned Christmas know-how, are guaranteed to delight even guests with the highest standards - kids and adults alike. Kindly note that Santa Claus Secret Forest is a private destination located on private grounds, and is therefore only accessible if you have made a booking in advance.
Reviewed By abiej - Meiningen, Germany
What to say...It was a dream come true for my kid(9 yr old)...Thanks a lot Santa park.The program was very good. Elves were fantastic and entertained my daughter.They built a snow man together...spoke to her about many things.They never lost their character and kept the character alive.The place was truely magical inside a forest...and finally Santa..He made her keep the magic of Santa alive in her heart forever. He patiently listened and answered all her questions. A big.. big....thanks to everyone who made this special for our little one... :)
