Rovaniemi is the capital of Finnish Lapland, on the Arctic Circle, famous as the “official hometown of Santa Claus”, with husky and reindeer safaris, snowmobiling and northern lights. Hotels fill up around Christmas, so cheap rooms are easiest to find outside December.
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Hotels, restaurants and the Arktikum museum — the easiest base for tours.
On the Arctic Circle north of town, with cabins and glass igloos — popular and often pricier.
A hill across the river with a ski area, forest cabins and quieter stays.
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December is peak season and the most expensive. January to March offers snow and northern lights with better deals; summer brings the midnight sun.
City-centre hotels and apartments are usually cheaper than cabins and igloos at Santa Claus Village.
In December and around Christmas, when family visitors fill the town.
Rovaniemi has an airport and is linked to Helsinki by overnight trains.