Question 1

What are the famous places to see in Rovaniemi?

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1. Santa Claus Village: One of the best places to visit on your Rovaniemi tours is the Santa Claus Village. This is where you can meet Santa, Mrs Claus, Santa's elves and even enjoy a visit to Father Christmas' official post office. Open throughout the year, it is in this village that you can also get to cross the Arctic Circle line, in addition to indulging in other experiences. You can also shop for souvenirs at the gift shop, or indulge in lip-smacking local delicacies at the cafes and restaurants here.Location: 96930 Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi2. Korundi House of Culture: Include the Korundi House of Culture in your Rovaniemi packages, and learn about the art, culture and people of Lapland at this famous attraction. Home to the Rovaniemi Art Museum as well as the Lapland Chamber Orchestra, this is a place that tells the story about the history, art and unique traditions of this Finnish land. From art exhibitions and one-of-a-kind concerts, to interactive sessions and more, Korundi is a unique place which takes the art and music of the northern hemisphere to a global level.Location: Lapinkävijäntie 4, 96100 RovaniemiTimings: 11:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.Price: €10 for adults, €8 for senior citizens, students and the unemployed, €6 for children between 7 to 15 years of age3. Ranua Wildlife Park: Wish to add a wildlife exploration in your Rovaniemi tour packages? Head over to the scenic Ranua Wildlife Park to have a one-on-one experience with the wilderness and wildlife of Rovaniemi. It is at this national park where you can observe the arctic animals all through the year in their natural habitat. The wildlife park has around 200 animals belonging to 50 different wildlife species, including the arctic fox, barnacle goose, boreal owl, brown bear, Siberian musk deer and others.Location: Rovaniementie 29, 97700 RanuaTimings: 10:00 a.m. to 04:00 p.m.Price: €23.50 for adults, €19 for students, €19 for children between 4 to 14 years of age4. Elf’s Farmyard: Your Rovaniemi tours would be incomplete without a trip to the Elf’s Farmyard. Located close to the Santa Claus Village, this farm exudes a rustic setting at the Arctic Circle, and is home to various animals, including reindeers, alpacas, sheep, goats, rabbits, chicken, hen, peacocks and roosters. In addition to petting and feeding these animals, you can also enjoy skiing across the Arctic Circle in traditional Lappish wooden skis here. Additionally, you can also indulge in a barbecue at the farmyard.Location: Pukinpolku 12, 96930 RovaniemiTimings: 11:00 a.m. to 04:00 p.m.Price: €15 for adult, €10 for children5. Santa Claus Secret Forest- Joulukka: Looking to visit somewhere exciting in your Rovaniemi tour packages? Then the secret forest of Santa Claus is your best option. Known as the home of Christmas, this forest offers you a chance to see the daily traditions of elves, including building gingerbread houses, making Christmas crafts or listening to Christmas folklore under the Northern Lights. You can also get to meet Santa here, along with experiencing the magic of this wonderful festival.Location: Joulukka, RovaniemiTimings: Open 24 hours6. King’s Lean-To: Include this unexplored and unspoilt natural wonder in your Rovaniemi packages and experience the wonders of the Finnish landscape during your holiday. Also known as Laavu in Finnish, this attraction is located on top of the Santavaara Hill, around 8 kilometres to the north of the heart of Rovaniemi. This is a great place for hiking in the region, from where you can enjoy beautiful views of the snowy landscapes of Rovaniemi. You can also indulge in numerous outdoor safaris here, which take you to the River Ounasjoki and the villages of Ylikylä and Nivankylä.Location: Koskikatu 12, 96200 Rovaniemi7. Forestry Museum of Lapland: Add a visit to the Forestry Museum in your Rovaniemi tours. This museum is unlike any other in Finland, and offers you a chance to learn about the daily lives and traditions of the people who lived in the forests of Lapland from the 1870s to 1950s. Home to nine museums, this place speaks of the history of the Finnish Lapland, in addition to how the forests have changed due to changing times. You can also see the original tools and equipment from the bygone eras here.Location: Metsämuseontie 7, 96460 RovaniemiPrice: €6 for adults, €4 for children8. Ounasvaara Nature Trail: Amongst the most scenic attractions in the Rovaniemi tours, this nature trail is located around 3 kilometres to the east of the centre of Rovaniemi. Also known as the Ounas Hill, this trail is a famous centre for sports, adventure and recreation activities in the region, with several picturesque vantage points. In addition to downhill and cross-country skiing, you can also enjoy tobogganing, snowshoeing, hiking and camping here. The trail also offers mesmerising views of the Saarenkylä and the River Kemijoki.Location: Koskikatu 12, 96200 Rovaniemi

Question 2

What are the best things to do in Rovaniemi?

Accepted Answer

1. Visit the Santa Claus Village: One of the best things to do in your Rovaniemi packages is to visit the home of Santa. Located on the Arctic Circle, the Santa Claus Village is one place where you can see Father Christmas any day of the year, in addition to meeting Mrs Claus, Santa’s elves as well as reindeers. From safaris, to reindeer sledding, Lappish food, and sending letters from Santa’s Main Post Office, to snowmobiling, Christmas shopping and crossing the arctic circle, there is a lot you can do at this unique village.Location: 96930 Rovaniemi, Finland2. Enjoy a husky safari: Indulge in a husky safari during your Rovaniemi tours, and get a chance to explore the region with one of the most amazing Arctic animals. Enjoy the tranquil Lappish wilderness whilst you are on a sleigh that is being pulled by huskies. Choose the furry animals that you like and control your own personal team of dogs during the safari. You can also visit some of the husky farms in Rovaniemi and see how these Arctic dogs love, relax and play.Location: Välikankaantie 11, 96900 Rovaniemi, FinlandPrice: €20 onwards3. Indulge in a sauna experience: Include a surreal and relaxing sauna experience in your Rovaniemi tour packages. Finland is known for its saunas and sauna culture. And Rovaniemi boasts of saunas of every shape, type and form. So, when you are in this Lappish wonderland, visit one of the many wooden, smoke, electric or even ice saunas and rejuvenate yourself. Enjoy a private sauna experience, or visit one of the open saunas in Rovaniemi as you interact with the locals here.4. Meet the Arctic animals at Ranua Zoo: Complete your Rovaniemi tours by meeting the rare Arctic animals at the famous Ranua Zoo and Wildlife Park. From seeing these animals in their natural habitat to even getting a chance to feed or pet them, the zoo has it all. Also known as the Northernmost Zoo in the world, some of the animals that the Ranua Zoo is home to include reindeers, elks, wolves, polar bears, lynxes and others.Location: Rovaniementie 29, 97700 RanuaTimings: 10:00 a.m. to 04:00 p.m.Price: €23.50 for adults, €19 for students, €19 for children between 4 to 14 years of age5. Go cross-country skiing: One of the most adventurous and thrilling activities to indulge in during your Rovaniemi tour packages is cross-country skiing. Rovaniemi is often considered the gateway to the Arctic, and therefore, is a great place to indulge in winter sports like skiing. Ski across the alpine wilderness and admire the beautiful snowy landscapes here. Quite affordable and exciting, a skiing experience in Rovaniemi also lets you catch glimpses of several wild animals of the region, such as huskies, reindeers and more.Location: Rovaniemi6. Hunt for the Northern Lights: Hunting for the northern lights is one of the most famous activities to do as part of your Rovaniemi tours. This region is one of the best places in Finland to catch this natural phenomenon almost all through the year. In addition to watching these lights from your hotels or accommodation, you can also avail special night time aurora borealis tours in Rovaniemi. You can also enjoy snowmobile or sleigh rides, night-time hikes and other activities under the Northern lights for a more special and memorable experience.7. Drive on the picturesque Arctic Ocean Highway: Whilst enjoying your Rovaniemi tours, go for a scenic drive on the Arctic Ocean Highway. This highway links Rovaniemi to the Liinakhamari port located on the northern coasts of Lapland, and is the first highway in the world that stretches all the way north into the Arctic Ocean. Drive across this 16th century road while snowy landscapes all around you and add an otherworldly charm to the entire experience.

Question 3

What is the best time to visit Rovaniemi?

Accepted Answer

Rovaniemi can be visited all through the year. However, the best time to visit this destination is during the winter season, from December to March. This is when the region is covered under a thick blanket of snow, which is great for numerous winter adventure sports like skiing, sledding and more. These months are also great to catch the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi, in addition to celebrating Christmas at the Santa Claus Village.

Question 4

How to reach Rovaniemi?

Accepted Answer

Rovaniemi is situated in Lapland, the northernmost province of Finland. The best way to reach Rovaniemi is by flying to Helsinki and then availing a flight to the Rovaniemi Airport. Direct flights operate on a regular basis from major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, etc. to the Helsinki Vantaa International Airport. Some of these flights include KLM, Finnair, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa Airlines, among others.Upon reaching Helsinki, you can either avail a flight to the Rovaniemi Airport or travel over land by availing direct buses or trains to Rovaniemi.

Question 5

How much time does it take to get a visa to Rovaniemi?

Accepted Answer

It typically takes around 15 to 20 days to get your visa to Rovaniemi after application. Sometimes, it may take more time depending on the occurrence of national holidays. The processing time of the visa to Rovaniemi could also extend in case the immigration authorities find it necessary.

Question 6

What is the cost of a tourist visa in Rovaniemi?

Accepted Answer

The cost of a tourist visa in Rovaniemi is around € 88.49. This tourist visa has a validity of 6 months.

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