Keskusta Travel Guide
Rovaniemi
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Popular places to visit

Lordi's Square
Go on a heavy metal pilgrimage by visiting this square, which is dedicated to Finland’s most famous hard rockers. Dine and shop while you’re here.

Santa Claus Village
Meet jolly old St. Nick in his homeland of Rovaniemi at a meticulously detailed attraction dedicated to all things Santa.

Ounasvaara
Hit the slopes in Rovaniemi with a visit to Ounasvaara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Arktikum
Immerse yourself in one of the planet’s most treacherous environments and discover how humans and animals have adapted to make it their home.
Revontuli Shopping Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Revontuli Shopping Center during your stay in Rovaniemi. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the safari tours.
Sampokeskus Shopping Centre
You can enjoy retail therapy at Sampokeskus Shopping Centre during your stay in Rovaniemi. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the safari tours.
Things to do

Rovaniemi: Insider Luggage storage in Rovaniemi

Horseback Ride in Finnish Forest from Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi’s Splendor Self-Guided Tour through Lapland’s Capital

Rovaniemi: excursion to Santa Clause Holliday Village

Rovaniemi: Aurora Activity Guarantee - 97% Success Rate Tour

Rovaniemi: Korouoma & Auttiköngäs Summer-Autumn hike
Top hotels in Keskusta

Arctic City Hotel
"It’s a fantastic hotel👍👍"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Arctic Light Hotel
"The decor in the lobby was original and stylish. The breakfast was fantastic as were our dinners. Our suite was very comfortable and luxurious with a lot of cupboard space. The staff was professional. Parking was accessible at no extra cost. I would highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Scandic Rovaniemi City
"Nice place"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Santa's Hotel Santa Claus
"Very good breakfast and Irish bar is just across the road :)"
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Hostel Café Koti
"Great hotel for the value. Close to a lot of restaurants and downtown. The private room was super spacious and perfect for 4 people traveling together."
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Polar Nook Hotel
"Huone oli tosi uusi ja siisti. Rauhallinen yö vaikka kauppakeskuksesa. Kaikki muut kaupat myös vieressä. Helppo koodilla kirjautuminen sisään. Huoneesta löytyi tarpeelliset vedenkeitin ja jääkaappi."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
