Location: Rovaniemi
Top Things to do in Rovaniemi
Top 10 Private Tours 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. Private Korouoma Canyon Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Tour with Premium class minivan, Your group or family only, flexible timing. Moderate hiking. Korouoma is 30 kilometer long and up to 130 meters deep canyon fracture valley. Canyon and its high cliffs form a breathtakingly landscape to enjoy throughout the year. Korouoma is located at the Region of Koillismaa in Southern Lapland. The area’s landscape is exceptionally rugged and grand. Several 30 meter steep streams freeze during the winter forming huge ice formations, offering fantastic views and play of colours. Car transfer from Rovaniemi takes about 1,5 hour one way. Picnic with hot drinks will be offered during the trip by open fire. Great place for making nature pictures all year around. Duration 5-7 hours
Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Private tour, Light refreshments, Beverages, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Enter in notes if allergies, vegans.
Reviewed By jaypee68448
We had a great time, our guide Norman was very helpful and nice. He gave us great tips on activities and attractions around Rovaniemi which made our trip more enjoyable.
2. Riisitunturi photography expedition
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This full day photography expedition brings you in one of the best photographic locations in Lapland - Riisitunturi National park. You will join this adventure only with your own group and everything is planned privately for you! Our professional photographer will drive you to this once-in-a-lifetime location deep in the wilderness. During the day, we concentrate on landscape and nature photography in the middle of the pure and authentic Arctic nature. This expedition is for true adventure seekers, who want to take their experience and photography way beyond the everyday locations.
Inclusions: Wilderness/photography guide, light lunch during the day, hot drinks and snacks, full day expedition to Arctic nature, hotel pick-up & drop-off, minivan transportation, warm clothing, winter boots, bbq-gear, 10-15 photos from the tour sent to you afterwards
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Larkita
We had the best of times with our tour. Juhani (?spelling) was very professional, friendly, and very proficient in photography. Was very quick with helping and explaining the set up of our different cameras, even though I am a novice. Though we saw very little (but some) lights it was a fun night. Really enjoyed sharing stories with him by the fire while cooking our sausages.
3. Guided Ranua Wildlife Park tour, Small group adventure, Lunch included
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Do you want to see arctic animals in their natural habitat in the picturesque forests of Lapland? Join us for a guided tour of Ranua Zoo - the northernmost zoo in the world. We will take you to see 50 different animal species, including the only polar bears in Finland. We organize the entire trip - from transportation to tickets, the only thing you need to do is have fun.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional local guide, Buffet lunch, Non-alcohol beverages, Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance tickets and lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities (optional)
Reviewed By sofiaz941
We visited the reindeer farm + reindeer sleigh and husky park + husky sleigh. We appreciate it a lot, especially the story of these animals which has been very well told. The reindeer farm has more than a hundred years of history, we were able to touch and feed the reindeer. The husky park was very large and raised over 90 huskies, we were also able to pet and take pictures with the huskies. Alex was very welcoming and informative. Thanks for this morning.
4. Private Santa Claus Village & Rovaniemi city tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Pick up from Your accommodation. Flexible timing. Get to know Rovaniemi city and meet Santa Claus at the Santa Claus Village on family-friendly tour. See Rovaniemi some of most popular sightseeings on a panoramic tour as Your guide shares facts about the Finnish Lapland’s capital. Then travel to the magical Santa Claus Village and meet Santa in the Santa Claus Office. Receive meeting with Santa Claus picture/video internet download complimentary. Visit the Santa´s Main Post Office to send Santa Claus-stamped greetings, join an Arctic Circle crossing ceremony and enjoy the souvenir shops, snow activities in wintertime, cafés and more. Other attractions available on spot. Free time on agreement. Duration flexible
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Santa Claus meeting picture/video download , Pick up / drop off
Exclusions: Meals
Reviewed By sveawestkamp
It was very beautiful. Our guide was super friendly and explained and showed us everything. The view is much better than the pictures describe. We also ate good food, saw fox and other animal tracks and could take photos at any time. It was really amazing☺️
5. Private Aurora Borealis Picnic tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Our private Northern Light tour takes You to the place by riverside Ounasjoki, approximately 25 km away from city. For Your group or family only, no others on site. Departing in case when possibility to see Northern Light are good and great! Consequently, the sky must be cloudless or partly cloudless in order to see the Northern Lights. Aurora Borealis is extremely unpredictable, even under a glitteringly cold and clear sky. We start from Your hotel and drive to the riverside away from the distracting city lights. If luck is on our side we´ll do a short hike under the flaming Auroras and make up a fire on a spot. Around the fire we will hear some stories about Aurora Borealis, both believes and facts while the guide prepares hot berry juice drink and traditional picnic by fireplace! Warm cottage is available at all times. Suitable for everyone.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Snacks
Exclusions: Winter clothing
Reviewed By sveawestkamp
It was very beautiful. Our guide was super friendly and explained and showed us everything. The view is much better than the pictures describe. We also ate good food, saw fox and other animal tracks and could take photos at any time. It was really amazing☺️
6. Private tour to Korouoma National Park with picnic
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Get your private transport to Korouoma. We will start a tour from the pick up from your hotel. The way to Korouoma take about one and half hour. The hiking trail offers amazing monthly changing views all year around! The circle route runs clockwise along an old horsetrack, and hikers can get in touch with the history of the area by reading the information boards along the trail. The Koronjää trail leads past stunning viewpoints where three massive frozen waterfalls - Charlie Brown, Mammoth Fall and Brown River - create impressive sceneries. There is also plenty to see in the summertime when the area is filled with lush vegetation, vertical cliffs, boulder soils and the serpentine river that runs the bottom of the canyon. Korouoma is also a perfect hiking destination in the fall, when the stunning fall colors take over the scenery - the view is guaranteed to take your breath away. You will need to dress up in warm clothes, winter shoes and to be prepared for a unique experience.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Guide service, Snacks
Exclusions: Winter clothers
Reviewed By 981mathildep
Amazing evening with Alex, our guide. He was very nice, explained us about the Northern Lights and took a lot of pictures. The barbecue was very comforting especially with the cold. Really good vibes. Thanks a lot for this experience!!
7. Private Santa Claus Village Tour
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
Flexible pick up time and duration of the tour. We will pick you up from your hotel at a time convenient for you. You will visit the unforgettable Santa Claus Village and have a meeting with Santa in his office, where you can get a photo for memory. Then you will visit the Santa´s Main Post Office, where you can send a postcards with an official stamp of Santa Claus. There are a lot of souvenir shops and cafes in the village, a visit to which will not leave you indifferent.
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Enterance to Santa Village
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 981mathildep
Amazing evening with Alex, our guide. He was very nice, explained us about the Northern Lights and took a lot of pictures. The barbecue was very comforting especially with the cold. Really good vibes. Thanks a lot for this experience!!
8. Santa Park + Santa Village Tour with private transport
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
This is combine tour to Santa Claus Village with SantaPark. You will visit Santa Claus in his office, make a photo with him, send a postcards to your friends and visit SantPark - the kindom of Christmass. You have a private transport with the guide
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Enterance to SantaPark
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 981mathildep
Amazing evening with Alex, our guide. He was very nice, explained us about the Northern Lights and took a lot of pictures. The barbecue was very comforting especially with the cold. Really good vibes. Thanks a lot for this experience!!
9. Finnish Sauna and Swimming
Enjoy the Finnish tradition! Finland is the home country of sauna. Almost all Finnish go to sauna every week. Now you have an opportunity to try original Finnish sauna with swimming. This trip is enjoyable in the every possible weather! Private trip for your family only!
Inclusions: Transportation, Guidance services, Organizer's liability insurance, Safari desk support, Snacks
Exclusions: Dinner option available for additional charge, ask for more information
Reviewed By alapan m
It was an experience of a lifetime! My cheerful tour guide, Anthony, was on time as we started at 10 PM from Rovaniemi. We drove to a base camp about 55 km from the Rovaniemi city center, and then climbed a hill called Kätkävaara with another assistant Ella. The night was clear and moonless, so conditions for aurora-watching were great. Sure enough, a long pale green arc right across the star-filled sky could be seen, though it remained like this for a very long time without changing. Anthony explained in detail how the aurora is formed, and patiently answered all my questions :) Despite the cold and lack of action, he waited, and finally our patience were rewarded as we were able to see a quite bright display of flickering as 2 separate arcs seemed to form. A moment to remember! We then went inside a small 'cabin' on the hill, and had sausages and hot chocolate sitting around a fire Anthony and Ella lit earlier. Later I learnt I was quite lucky, as the aurora prediction for that night was quite bleak! Aurora viewing needs luck, but that does not change the service provided by Anthony of Lapland Welcome, which was simply fantastic. Such warm behavior made withstanding the cold while waiting for the aurora display not only tolerable, but also enjoyable! The photography was Anthony was also brilliant!! Thank you, Lapland Welcome!
10. Private Trip to Ranua Wildlife Park (Ranua Zoo)
- Duration 5 hours - Pick up/drop off from any hotel or accommodation in Rovaniemi - Included: transfer, entrance tickets, lunch
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Orientation, Private transportation
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By 981mathildep
Amazing evening with Alex, our guide. He was very nice, explained us about the Northern Lights and took a lot of pictures. The barbecue was very comforting especially with the cold. Really good vibes. Thanks a lot for this experience!!
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