Keskusta Travel Guide
Rovaniemi
Visit Keskusta
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
High spirits, warm hearts and a magical atmosphere – discover the magic and peace of Christmas in the Santa Claus Village all year round.

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

Santa Claus Village & Magical Christmas Audio Tour

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

Rovaniemi: excursion to Santa Clause Holliday Village

From Rovaniemi: Private Tour to Santa Claus Village
Top hotels in Keskusta

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

Arctic Light Hotel
"helpful front desk"
Reviewed on 25 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

HAAWE 1933 - Boutique Apart Hotel
"The hotel is new, the apartment looks beautiful, well equipped and tidy. The hotel is in a great location in the city, there are great restaurants, promenades and shops nearby. Everything is within a few minutes walk. This hotel is a "no staff" hotel and the fact that it says that you have breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Where to stay in Keskusta
Ratantaus
While visiting Ratantaus, you might make a stop by sights like Arktikum and Revontuli Shopping Center.
Kolmas Kaupunginosa
While visiting Kolmas Kaupunginosa, you might make a stop by sights like Revontuli Shopping Center and Rovaniemi Art Museum.
Etelärinne
While there might not be top attractions in Etelärinne, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Revontuli Shopping Center and Lordi's Square.
Rantavitikka
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rantavitikka and surrounding area, you can visit Revontuli Shopping Center and Lordi's Square.
Länsikangas
Though Länsikangas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arktikum and Revontuli Shopping Center.

