Arktikum Tours and Tickets

Explore the heart of Finnish Lapland with this self-guided walking tour through Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus. Starting along the Kemijoki River, you’ll cross the iconic Lumberjack’s Candle Bridge and visit key cultural spots like Culture House Korundi and the Arktikum Museum. Along the way, you'll uncover Rovaniemi's rich history, from its near-destruction in World War II to its rebirth as a vibrant northern capital. Learn about the Lapland Gold Rush, admire local architecture by Alvar Aalto, and discover what makes Rovaniemi a magical year-round destination, from the Northern Lights in winter to the endless daylight of summer. This hour-long tour offers a captivating glimpse into life near the Arctic Circle.

Get to know Rovaniemi and meet Santa Claus at the Santa Claus Village on this family-friendly experience. Discover Rovaniemi’s highlights, Finland’s capital of Lapland, on a panoramic tour as your guide shares facts about the city. Then, travel through the countryside to the magical Santa Claus Village and come face to face with the great man himself. Visit the Main Post Office to send Santa Claus-stamped greetings, join an Arctic Circle crossing ceremony, and enjoy the shops, elves’ workshops, snow activities, cafés and more.

Experience the best of Rovaniemi in a full-day tour designed to combine iconic attractions, local culture, and unforgettable Arctic moments. Begin your journey with a visit to the magical Santa Claus Village, where you can cross the Arctic Circle, meet Santa Claus, send letters and post cards from Santa's Official Post Office and explore the enchanting surroundings of this world-famous destination. After hours-long walk in the Santa Claus Village, visit a beautiful nature attraction and have few photos taken in a snowy landscape for a long living memory and for your Instagram! You will then enjoy a Buffet lunch with European dishes and rich salad option. A delicious treat providing a perfect break to relax and savor traditional flavors where people from different ages with any food restriction should be able to enjoy. Complete the day with a visit to the Arktikum Museum, a natural history museum offering fascinating insights into Arctic history, culture, science and life in Lapland.

With its unique arctic setting, Rovaniemi is one of the most captivating Nordic cities to photograph. With this guided tour, join a professional local photographer to explore Rovaniemi and capture both its cityscape and snow-covered landscape. Snap photos yourself with the tips and guidance of your guide plus pose for a few shots as a unique souvenir of your visit.

Get your bearings in Rovaniemi and see the city’s top museum in just a few hours with this private walking tour. Learn about life in an Arctic environment, with its dark winters and summer midnight sun, and delve into Rovaniemi’s fascinating history as you stroll through the center to the Arktikum Museum. There, follow your guide to the top exhibits to take in the highlights without feeling overwhelmed.

Welcome to the gates of Lapland. This is where the mystical, rugged north starts. Your Rovaniemi Walking Tour reveals the secrets of this hub of exploration. As an old settlement with a long history. Rovaniemi is considered as the Capital of Lapland, one of the last great frontiers. Hear stories of the city and the expansive Lapland including topics on the Sami people, reindeer, colorful night skies and the man in red. Experience the keys to true tranquility under the majesty of the Aurora and the comforting blanket of fresh snow. Why has Rovaniemi been an important settlement from the stone ages? Why there are only handful of old buildings in the city? What is the most important river in Finland? Who are the Sami people and how to you recognize them? How can you see the Northern lights? Where to eat well in Rovaniemi? These are more questions will be answered on the tour. Come along, see you soon!

Enjoy Rovaniemi’s top highlights in comfort and privacy with a Private Transportation Charte. What makes this experience unique is that the journey is built entirely around your comfort, pace, and preferences — you travel in a private vehicle, without fixed group schedules or crowded buses. Our charter focuses on what matters most during Lapland winter travel: safe passenger transport, flexible sightseeing stops, warm vehicles, and door-to-door convenience. Experience Rovaniemi as it should be — privately, comfortably, safely, and at your own rhythm.

See the best of Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland. Make the most of your limited time, as your professional guide takes you to the best lookouts, visit Santa Claus Village meeting with Santa himself, and visit reindeer and husky farms. End your day at Arktikum Arctic Museum, learn all about arctic animals, indigenous Sami people, Northern Lights and local history from the ice age to the present.