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Rovaniemi Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Local Food & Travel Tips | Trip.com
About Rovaniemi
Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)
Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)
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What to do
Looking for things to do in Rovaniemi? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Santa Claus Village
4.6
/5
304 Review
Amusement parks
Night view
Arctic Circle Line
4.4
/5
98 Review
Arktikum
4.2
/5
59 Review
Ranua Zoo
4.2
/5
21 Review
Zoos & aquariums
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Rovaniemi, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
4.4
/5
117 Review
Ranua Resort Arctic Igloos
4.6
/5
49 Review
Scandic Rovaniemi City
4.2
/5
124 Review
Nova Skyland Hotel
4.7
/5
67 Review
Apukka Resort
4.0
/5
121 Review
Santa's Hotel Santa Claus
4.6
/5
124 Review
Scandic Pohjanhovi
4.3
/5
116 Review
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi
3.9
/5
73 Review
Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
4.5
/5
115 Review
Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
4.2
/5
48 Review
Santa Claus Holiday Village
4.4
/5
96 Review
Arctic Light Hotel
4.7
/5
42 Review
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Rovaniemi dishes and foodie spots.
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Nili Restaurant
4.2
/5
22 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €49/person
Alvari Food & Drink
4.0
/5
8 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €28/person
Xiang Long Chinese Restaurant
3.6
/5
9 Review
Lapland Restaurant Kotahovi
4.4
/5
8 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €49/person
Rosso, Rovaniemi
4.0
/5
6 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €30/person
Arctic Restaurant
4.3
/5
7 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €45/person
Restaurant Aitta
5.0
/5
1 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €58/person
Hanki
5.0
/5
1 Review
Korean cuisine
Avg. €36/person
Restaurant Sky Kitchen & View
5.0
/5
1 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €82/person
Frans & Cherie
4.3
/5
10 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €40/person
Kauppayhtio
4.4
/5
5 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €17/person
Rakas Restaurant & Bar
4.2
/5
6 Review
Western cuisine
Avg. €19/person
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Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos
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118 Review
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126 Review
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9.3
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53 Review
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8.4
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106 Review
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Natural scenery
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Mountain climbing
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Historical attractions
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Museums
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Leisure activities
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Outdoor activities
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Korkalovaara chapel
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Angry Birds Playground
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Häkinvaaran kammi
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Ounaskoski Beach
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Santa's Pets
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Santa's Motor Park - Arctic Circle
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Lumberjack
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Sodankyläntie uimaranta
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Observation tower
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Niittypirtti, day hut
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Ounasvaara Ski Centre
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Lapin Panimo
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Vianaapa Bird Watching Tower
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Ounasvaara Observation Tower
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Napapiirin Ryhmäpuutarha
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Norwegian War Memorial 1941-1944
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Kauppayhtio
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Rakas Restaurant & Bar
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Restaurant Tsar
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Three Elves Restaurant & Lobby Bar
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Santa's Salmon Place
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Snowman World
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Yuca
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Nili Restaurant
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Restaurant Roka Street Bistro
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Christmas House Restaurant & Coffee Bar
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Da Zhong Hua Restaurant
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Alvari Food & Drink
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Monte Rosa
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Amarillo
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Paha Kurki Rockhouse
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Xiang Long Chinese Restaurant
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Royal Reindeer Ounasvaara
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Siipiravintola Wingston
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Lapland Restaurant Kotahovi
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Rosso, Rovaniemi
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Amarillo
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Paha Kurki Rockhouse
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Royal Reindeer Ounasvaara
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Siipiravintola Wingston
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Choco Deli
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Ravintola Valdemari
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Kotipizza
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