Line 1 · Christmas & holiday
Rovaniemi, Lapland with kids
Arctic Circle, Finland
Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle, reindeer sleigh rides, husky safaris and glass-roof cabins for northern lights.
Very expensive in December. The first two weeks of December are cheaper than Christmas week.
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Example for 2 adults and 2 kids, 5 days, including lodging, food and activities. Gas or flights depend on where you live, so price it from your ZIP for the full total.
| Where you stay | Estimated total* |
|---|---|
| Budget (1★) | $4,640 |
| Mid-range (3★) | $5,660 |
| Luxury (5★) | $8,810 |
*Planning estimate from typical recent prices, before travel, with an 8% buffer. Holiday weeks and school breaks cost more.
Best time to go
- JanBest
- FebGood
- MarGood
- AprOff
- MayOff
- JunOff
- JulOff
- AugOff
- SepOff
- OctOff
- NovOff
- DecBest
Top attractions in Arctic Circle
- Santa Claus VillageOn the Arctic Circle
- SantaParkUnderground Christmas park
- ArktikumArctic science museum
- Ranua Wildlife ParkPolar bears, about an hour south
- Pilke Science CentreForest science for kids
- Korundi House of CultureArt museum
- OunasvaaraSki hill and views
- Arctic SnowHotel & Glass IgloosIce hotel tour
- Santa Claus Main Post OfficeArctic Circle postmark
Where to eat in Arctic Circle
- Nili$$$Lappish cuisine
- Roka Kitchen & Wine$$Nordic small plates
- Monte Rosa$$Reindeer steaks
- Santa's Salmon Place$$Fire-grilled salmon in a kota
- Café & Bar 21$$Waffles
- Restaurant Sky Ounasvaara$$$Hilltop views
Things to do
- Meet SantaSanta Claus Village
- Reindeer sleigh rideShort or long rides
- Husky safariDrive your own sled
- Northern lights huntGuided by van or snowmobile
- Snowmobile safariKids ride in a sled behind
- Cross the Arctic Circle lineGet a certificate
- Ice fishingOn a frozen lake
- Snowshoe hikeGuided
- Sleep in a glass iglooWatch for auroras from bed
- Elf School at SantaParkKids earn an elf diploma
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