Rovaniemi
The centre of Lapland, Finland, is no doubt the city of Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi is by far the biggest city in Lapland and it actually lies in the centre of Lapland.
The city center of Rovaniemi itself is very small with a radius of about one kilometer, and everything inside it is within an easy walking distance. The bridge called Jatkankynttila is something you should see at your visit in Rovaniemi. Especially at the night the bridge looks astounding with its amazing lights.
One of the noticeable features in Rovaniemi is river Kemijoki, the longest river in Finland, which runs next to the centre. On the west side of the river there is large hill Ounasvaara where you can go active with some winter sports.
Holiday in Rovaniemi
At the Santa Claus Village, 8 km north of Rovaniemi and right on the Arctic Circle you have a chance to meet Santa himself. Santapark is an underground amusement park.
Arktikum is one of the best museums and science centers in Finland, focusing on life in Lapland through the ages. Lordi's Square is a square in the centre of Rovaniemi which is named after Mr. Lordi, the winner of Eurovision Song Contest.
Ounasvaara offers you great possibilities for cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding. There is also a great selection of hotels in Rovaniemi. In the summer there's a popular camping area in Rovaniemi which is just in the side of Kemijoki and only a short walk away from the city centre.
Travelling
Rovaniemi Airport, located 8km north from the city center, is the largest airport in Lapland, Finland. To get to the Rovaniemi center you have to take a bus or a taxi. It's also possible to travel to the city of Rovaniemi by train from the southern parts of Finland.
Hotels
- Cumulus Rovaniemi
- Scandic Rovaniemi
- Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi
- City Hotel Rovaniemi
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
- Clarion Hotel Santa Claus
- Rantasipi Pohjanhovi