Rovaniemi works well without a car when you stay in or near the city centre.
With an airport, overnight trains, a compact centre and many activities that offer pickup, Rovaniemi is one of the easiest Lapland destinations to visit without a car.
Illustrative image inspired by RovaniemiGet there without renting a car.
Rovaniemi Airport → city centre
Use the current winter airport bus service to central Rovaniemi. Check the official timetable for your exact flight and date.
Railway Station → city centre
From Rovaniemi Railway Station, continue on foot, by local transport or by a short taxi depending on your hotel and luggage.
Three stays that work well without a car.
Compare the three in the planner and choose the one that suits your trip best.
Arctic Light Hotel
Central location · airport bus at the hotel · city services nearby
Scandic Rovaniemi City
City-centre location · shops and restaurants nearby · winter bus services and taxi options
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
City-centre location · airport and station connections · restaurants nearby
Choose activities you can reach without a car.
More activity options are available in the planner.
Guaranteed Aurora Hunting Tour with Photos & Videos
Foten Oy · Pickup and drop-off are included if your accommodation is within 15 km of Rovaniemi city centre.
Arktikum Science Centre & Museum
Arktikum · A city-centre option you can reach on foot from a central hotel.
Plan your trip in five simple steps.
Arrival → Hotel → Activities → Transport → Ready to Book.