Lapland Travel Guide

Finland

A vast, snow-covered landscape with a ship in the distance under a clear sky.
A sunset over a calm lake with a bridge in the distance and trees along the shore.
A ship named URHO navigating through a field of ice.
A complex mechanical system with pipes, gauges, and a person inspecting equipment.
A boat on a frozen sea with people on board.

Popular cities in Lapland

A cable-stayed bridge over a river at sunset.
Rovaniemi
Known for Small town, Shopping and Hiking
Quaint Rovaniemi is calling! Discover its museums, hiking, forests and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Santa Claus Village
  • Ounasvaara
  • Lordi's Square
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A small boat on the shore of a calm lake surrounded by greenery and trees.
Kittila
Known for Skiing, Family-friendly and Sports
Quaint Kittila awaits: its skiing, sports, dining and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Levi Ski Resort
  • Levi Tourist Office
  • Eturinne, Levi
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A river with large rocks, a forested area, and a clear blue sky.
Inari
Known for Rivers, Northern lights and Recreation
Get away to Inari! Enjoy the northern lights, hiking and fishing.

Reasons to visit

  • Lake Inari
  • Lemmenjoki National Park
  • Lake Menesjärvi
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A dense forest with tall evergreen trees and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
Sodankyla
Known for Recreation, Safaris and Small town
Quaint Sodankyla awaits: its safaris, snowmobile riding, forests and more!
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A wooden cabin with a large glass window and a metal ladder.
Saariselka
Known for Skiing, Hiking and Safaris
Escape to Saariselka! Enjoy its hiking, skiing and natural setting.
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A river with a wooden bridge, surrounded by greenery and buildings.
Tornio
Known for Safaris, Sunny and Rowing
Get away to Tornio! Enjoy the safaris, sunny weather and jazz.
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Stay near popular Lapland attractions

A wooden lodge with a pointed roof and a sign reading "Santa Claus".

Santa Claus Village

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Enjoy the rides and games at Santa Claus Village and find out why this is a popular theme park in Napapiiri. While in this quaint area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
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