Rovaniemi
Transportation in Rovaniemi
Getting Around Rovaniemi
Getting around Rovaniemi is pretty simple, and you have a few good options to choose from:
Taxis and Uber: If you need to get somewhere quickly, taxis and Uber are great choices. The main taxi companies in Rovaniemi are Taksi Rovaniemi, and Menevä.
Public Buses: The public bus system is affordable and connects all the key spots in and around Rovaniemi. Check the bus schedule here.
Places to see and visit in Rovaniemi
Cultural Attraction
See the world through Arctic eyes!
Arktikum is a science center and museum dedicated to bringing the nature, cultures, and history of the North closer to you.
Located just a stone’s throw from the city center, Arktikum offers an opportunity to explore and enjoy captivating Arctic stories through our immersive exhibitions and events!
Cultural Attraction
Explore northern forests at Pilke, located by the Ounasjoki River and just a 10-minute walk from Rovaniemi city center. Enjoy interactive exhibits that highlight the role of forests in our lives. Activities include trying out a forestry machine and learning about forest innovations.
Services:
- Pilke Soppi: Bring your own snacks, or purchase coffee and light refreshments from our vending machine.
- Café and Lunch: Additional dining options are available at the nearby Arktikum Café.
- Accessibility: Fully accessible with wheelchair-friendly entrances, elevators, and accessible restrooms. Free parking and designated spaces for disabled parking are available nearby.
Cultural Attraction
Activities
Outdoor Activity
Explore a magical outdoor village where you can meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus, pet huskies, take pictures with Santa’s reindeer, and try snowmobiling.
The village features multiple restaurants and cafés to enjoy, and each business has its own operating hours, so you can explore at your own pace. Plus, there is no entry fee.
Santa Claus Village is open throughout the year
Indoor Activity
Step into the enchanting Elf Cavern at SantaPark. Enjoy rides on the Magic Train, Elf School, an underground Arctic Circle crossing, the Elf Show, and cookie decorating with Mrs. Gingerbread. Don’t miss sharing your wishes with Santa Claus.
It’s the perfect place to hide from the chilly Arctic wind.
SantaPark is open from November to mid-January. Check the opening hours here: SantaPark Opening Hours.
Outdoor Activity
SnowGlow Winter Park is located in the heart of Rovaniemi’s city center, featuring illuminated snow structures, ice sculptures, and activities like snow tubing and ice skating, offering an accessible way to experience the beauty of a Finnish winter.
The ticket can be used on two different dates within one week.