Rovaniemi Insider is a local travel company offering authentic Lapland experiences from the heart of Rovaniemi city center. We bring you unique adventures you won’t find elsewhere, such as the cozy Aurora Train and the Local Food Tasting Tour, where you can explore Lapland’s flavors and stories through five delicious stops.
Our wide range of activities includes Northern Lights tours, husky and reindeer safaris, snowmobile rides, and nature adventures that let you discover the true spirit of the Arctic. Every experience is designed to be comfortable, safe, and unforgettable. Rovaniemi Insider combines professional service, local expertise, and genuine Lapland charm, all year round.
We also provide accommodation and car rental.
Rovaniemi Insider offers high-quality accommodations in Lapland, providing comfortable stays for families, couples, and from small to big groups. We have a variety of well-located apartments in Rovaniemi city center, the cozy Academy Hotel in Kemijärvi (located 75 km from Santa Claus Village), and an exciting new hotel opening in Santa Claus Village in 2026 (photo below).
Our accommodations are designed for convenience, comfort, and easy access to all Lapland experiences. Whether you’re returning from a day of tours or exploring the city, you’ll find a welcoming place to relax and recharge. Rovaniemi Insider combines local knowledge, professional service, and a memorable stay, all year round.
We also provide activities and car rental.
Step into the gingerbread village Piparina in the heart of Santa Claus Village! Piparina’s walk-in restaurant serves Lapland-inspired tasting dishes where local ingredients meet playful northern flavours – no reservations needed.
Guests can build their own Taste of Lapland menu with tasting-sized portions featuring reindeer, lake fish, cloudberries and gingerbread, all enjoyed in a warm, magical setting.
Private gingerbread cabins next to the restaurant can be rented for peaceful breaks or small gatherings. Food and drinks can also be ordered directly from the restaurant to the cabins. Piparina hosts private events and festive dinners in a truly unique atmosphere.
See more information and menu here: https://piparina.fi/en/restaurant/
Take a peaceful break inside your own life-sized gingerbread cabin in the heart of Santa Claus Village. Piparina’s private cabins offer a cozy retreat between adventures – perfect for families, couples, and small groups looking for a moment of calm.
Each cabin features a warm wooden interior with a dining table, sofa and rocking chair, creating the feeling of a Lapland hideaway. Guests can order food, drinks or snack packs directly from Piparina’s restaurant and enjoy them in the comfort of their own cabin. You can also bring your own snacks if you wish.
The cabins can also be booked for small gatherings, meetings, or celebrations, combining privacy with the magical setting of a gingerbread village.
More information and bookings: https://piparina.fi/en/day-cabins/
Surrender to your senses at Auttiköngäs!
The accessible Auttiköngäs Café is set in a picturesque natural environment, about 80 km from Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi. Behind the café, a 3,6 km nature trail takes you over the waterfall, through primeval forest, and across rocky landscapes.
In our cozy log cabin, we offer guests authentic culinary experiences and a peaceful place to unwind. Our café selection features freshly baked pastries every day, including waffles, pies, and cakes, made mainly from ingredients from our own garden or local producers.
We also offer homemade treats to take home. All pastries are lactose-free, and gluten-free options are available.
We welcome individual nature enthusiasts as well as private groups. Groups only by prior reservation. Meeting packages and family celebrations are also available.
Come escape everyday life in Autti, into the roar of the rapids, and the embrace of silent wilderness.
Based in Rovaniemi, Lapland X Tours offers a variety of small-group and personalized adventures, specializing in Northern Lights Photography Tours, Private Experiences and Full Day Trips. Our passion shines through every journey, creating unforgettable memories that last a lifetime. Committed to reliability, transparency, and superior service, we are a trusted partner dedicated to delivering high-quality experiences that prioritize customer satisfaction and build lasting connections. All tours provided by us have maximum capacity of 8 persons for tour.
We offer year-round experiences.
Autumn, winter and spring activities:
– Trip to Ranua Zoo with lunch and tickets included
– Private/Customized Tours
– Northern Lights Photography Tour – Small Group
Summer activities:
– Lapland Adventure Day: 5 in 1 – Full Day Tour to Lapland’s Top
Attractions
– Private/customized Tours
– Round Trip to Sweden
At Lapland X Tours, we strive for excellent customer service. You can
book our activities at https://www.laplandxtours.com/activities-in-rovaniemi
Do you want to explore the town of Rovaniemi or the beautiful green forest trails surrounding Santa Claus Village? Or do you want to test the new cross-country biking trails of Santa Claus Village called Santa’s Backyard Bike Trails?
There’s no better way than by E-Fatbike! Offered in summer and autumn, this service is provided by Santa Claus Holiday Village, located in the heart of Santa Claus Village.
INCLUDES: E-Fatbike rental from 09:00 – 16:00, helmet, instructions on how to use the bike
DURATION: 09:00 – 16:00
PLEASE NOTE: our bikes are suitable for riders between 158 – 195 cm.
Bike pick up/drop off is at Santa Claus Holiday Village hotel reception.
You can book online HERE or at the reception of Santa Claus Holiday Village.
All About Salmon restaurant, located in Santa Claus Village, is restaurant full of different tastes from Lapland. Cooking the salmon on the open fire has long roots and traditions in Lapland. Our restaurant has been operating since 2023 next to Santa Claus Post Office.
Visiting in All About Salmon restaurant is not just filling your belly. It is an experience that you can feel with your sense of taste, your sense of smell, and by watching the salmon being cooked on the fire in the middle of the hut.
The secret of the menu is to select Lappish ingredients and some handpicked wild herbs to create unique pallet of different tastes. Every food and drink on the menu have roots and history in the food culture of Lapland. All of them have been carefully selected and recipes created to our restaurant. Some of them you can’t find anywhere else.
Reservations are available for groups of 10 or more. During the winter season we don’t have the table reservations available.
Arctic Circle Information, located in Santa’s Gift House in the center of Santa Claus Village, provides information about Santa Claus Village, the Rovaniemi area and Lapland. Come to our Information Point or contact us by email or phone.
Our multilingual staff will help you to book your activities, and get your Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate.
Apartments in the heart of Rovaniemi
Santa’s Holiday Homes offers rental apartments with the best location in Rovaniemi city centre. We are located just 50-meters from Lordi’s Square with a 24/7 grocery store just outside. Our collection includes studio apartments, one bedroom apartments and two bedroom apartments. Studios are ideal for two adults or small families, two and three room apartments are the best option for families and larger groups. All of our apartments are fully furnished and they have a cozy warm atmosphere. They also include a kitchen, living area and a private bathroom with a shower.
Santa’s Holiday Homes also offers safari experiences for example northern lights tours in Rovaniemi area through our partner company Visit Lapland Tours.