Top Lapland Art & Culture

Get off the beaten path to experience some of the best Lappish traditions in the wilderness outside of Rovaniemi. Try out a Finnish sauna, go ice swimming an Arctic lake, then cozy up around a fire in a cozy cottage for dinner. Your guide will fill you in on the cultural significance of all the activities as you go.

Spend time at the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi on this 8-hour private trip from Levi. Travel by private vehicle through rural Lapland to this Santa-themed park, and enjoy the attractions independently. Meet the great man in the Santa Claus Office, send Santa-stamped greetings, and enjoy the elves’ workshops, restaurants, shops, and outdoor activities (own expense). Your experience includes round-trip private transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and park entrance fees.

Hunt the Northern Lights to capture them on camera on this small-group photography tour from Rovaniemi. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan with a professional photographer, head for the best viewing places, chosen according to the weather forecasts of the day. Then, walk to the exact vantage points for a guided photo session, and with luck, obtain once-in-a-lifetime shots. Headlamps, thermals, refreshments, and Rovaniemi hotel pickup and drop-off included, with participants advised to bring a DSLR camera.

In addition to a reindeer ride you also have the chance to try other winter activities, such as ice fishing on the lake, snowshoeing in the forest, or fast paced sled sliding. You also have the chance to try the traditional lasso throwing. Or you can just enjoy the peace and quiet of nature and the twilight of winter.

Learn to take the best possible photos of Finland's Northern Lights on this evening tour from Rovaniemi. With a photographer guide, go in search of the Aurora Borealis, perched atop a small mountain with a clear view of this natural phenomenon. Arctic-appropriate winter adventure gear, snacks, and warm beverages provided.

Northern lights is a natural phenomenon and you cannot predict if it will happenю It is more about luck and your guide. Working in tourism for many years we have huge experience in searching the Northern lights. Our guides know the best spots, needed camera setting, survival skills in the forest and etc. So, we will do our best to show you Aurora, just bring a little bit of luck with you :)

Learn all about Lappish culture and its wildlife with this visit to a local reindeer farm outside of Rovaniemi. Step into a sleigh and enjoy the snowy scenery as you travel down forest paths, pulled by these indigenous creatures. Meet the local reindeer herders and warm up around a fire with hot beverages as you hear about their way of life.

Cross the Arctic Circle and explore the Santa Claus Village all in one hassle-free trip on this half-day tour from Rovaniemi. Join an Arctic Circle crossing ceremony and receive a certificate, and enjoy the attractions of the Santa Claus Village independently. Meet Santa Claus and his reindeers, visit elf workshops, shop for local crafts and gifts, and enjoy an included lunch. This family-friendly tour also includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Spend a day in the Arctic Circle, meeting Santa Claus and his helpers at the Santa Claus Village. The day trip from Rovaniemi includes plenty of free time for you to explore the village, shop for presents, and even mail a card to your friends from the Santa Claus Postal Office. Meet the reindeer herders, enjoy lunch, and visit the Arktikum museum and science center for an overview of Sámi culture in Lapland.

Finding and photographing the Northern Lights independently while in Finland may mean missing the best sightings and shots. This tour maximizes the chances of both—with a pro-photographer to take you to recommended viewpoints and advise on your camera settings and angles. While scanning the skies, enjoy barbecue snacks and hear tales of the lights you’d probably miss alone. Warm outerwear and professional Northern Lights photos from your trip included.

Secure your place to avoid missing out and save time while you’re in Rovaniemi by prebooking this small-group snowshoeing adventure. Ride a minivan into the Arctic wilderness, don snowshoes, and enjoy a forest trek through the deep, virgin snow with a photographer guide. Watch for wildlife and connect with Arctic nature, including learning nature photo tips, in ways you couldn’t do alone. Hot drinks, snacks, equipment, and winter gear included.

Take the chance out of finding the best Northern Lights viewing locations by going on a guided tour. Enjoy commentary from your guide about the Aurora forecast, as well as insider tips on top viewing spots. Warm clothing and winter boots are provided if needed, as well as headlamps. A perk of the tour is that you’ll stay fueled in the cold with hot drinks and snacks included.

Northern Finland is known for its beauty, but finding the best spots to capture photographs of the Arctic landscapes can be difficult. Explore remote Lapland with a private tour led by a professional photographer, and discover unique photo opportunities while gaining insight into the experiences of early Arctic explorers. Keep energized with a campfire lunch and hot drinks, then relax after a day’s sightseeing with round-trip transportation included.

Discover the art of Lappish handicraft-making using reindeer antlers at a 2.5-hour workshop experience in Rovaniemi. Visit a traditional log-built family home and watch a demonstration of how reindeer antlers are fashioned into decorative Lappish items and accessories. Learn how antlers are sustainable for being re-grown by reindeer each year, and admire the skills of the artisanal family as they create intricate small items. During your visit, hear tales of Lappish life and folklore; savor hot drinks and Lappish sweetbread; and finish by carving your own antler souvenir to take home.

Ranua Wildlife Park is home to over 50 species and 200 individual animals native to the Arctic region, animals including the polar bear, arctic fox, reindeer, otters, minxes, foxes and wolves. There are also birds including owls, buzzards and snow geese. You can tour the zoo and see the animals being fed. In summer there is also a domestic animal zoo and you can ride ponies or Finnish horses. Less animated but still interesting are the arctic rocks in the Rock Park. The landscape around the zoo is beautiful and worth a visit in itself. The trail around the park is around 1.5 miles (2.5 km).

Maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights on a small-group wilderness tour from Rovaniemi, accessing remote viewpoints easily with included round-trip transfer from your hotel. Admire the Finnish landscape by night, hear local insights by a traditional fire, and enjoy grilled sausages as you watch for the natural phenomenon.

Explore the Korouoma with a private hiking guide on this tour from Rovaniemi. Small groups and families will appreciate the personalized attention and the ability to travel at their own pace on this moderate hike. Snap photos of the dramatic landscape and take a break for a picnic and refreshments around an open fire.

Photography enthusiasts visiting Finland—this is the tour for you! Take the chance out of finding scenic locations to shoot, and instead, benefit from the expert guidance of a professional photographer who knows the local area well. The excursion focuses on landscape and nature photography, and visits multiple scenic locations in the Lappish wilderness.

The Lampivaara Amethyst Mine is Europe’s only active amethyst mine and lies amid the snow-covered forests of the Pyhä-Luosto national park. On this tour, ride the snow train (depending on the season) up to the hilltop mine and learn all about the semi-precious gems on a guided tour of the mine. Plus, have chance to dig for your own amethysts and take home a purple gemstone as a souvenir.

Get the best possible chance to see the elusive Northern Lights on this private tour from Rovaniemi. With a dedicated guide at your disposal, you'll head off into the night in search of the Aurora Borealis; your private vehicle will be able to maneuver nimbly through the Finnish night. Your guide will give you tips on how to best capture photos of the natural phenomenon, so you can return home with amazing souvenir photos.

Focus on getting the best possible photos of Riisitunturi National Park on this full-day excursion from Rovaniemi. With a professional photographer guide in the lead, you'll visit the most scenic spots and get advice on how to make the best shots. This is a private tour for just you and your party, so the itinerary is flexible and you'll get plenty of personalized attention.

This is the perfect tour for kids and adults alike! Make childhood dreams come true by visiting Santa in Santa Claus Village. You’ll see Santa’s Post Office, and take part in an Arctic Circle Crossing ceremony. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free day without anything to organize as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. As well as meeting Santa, you’ll enjoy a guided city sightseeing tour of Rovaniemi.

The Northern Lights are one of nature’s most spectacular sights—but they’re easiest to see outside the city, away from light pollution. Enjoy an atmospheric experience on this small-group tour, limited to just eight travelers, as you search for the eerie evening glow with a guide who knows the best viewpoints. Transfers are direct from your door and a barbecue feast around an open fire rounds off the evening.

Get the quintessential Finnish experience on this evening trip to a cozy cabin in the woods with door-to-door transport from your Rovaniemi accommodations. Over the course of the evening, try ice swimming, decompress in a traditional wood-burning sauna, and relax by the fire with warm drinks and freshly-prepared dinner. Keep your eyes peeled: If you’re lucky, you’ll catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights.