Is Rovaniemi expensive to visit?
Rovaniemi is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $244. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Windsor and Adeje.

Rovaniemi, Finland
How expensive is Rovaniemi?
On average, visitors spend about $244 per day when visiting Rovaniemi (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $488 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Rovaniemi here.
How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Rovaniemi?
A weekend trip to Rovaniemi costs about $732 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,464.
How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Rovaniemi?
Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Rovaniemi costs around $1,707 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $3,415.
Is it expensive to backpack in Rovaniemi?
Rovaniemi is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 3 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $36 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $31 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $39. (See hostel prices in Rovaniemi here.)
Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Rovaniemi.
- $39 for a dorm bed at Hostel Cafe Koti
- $31 for a dorm bed at Wherever Mini Hostel
- $37 for a dorm bed at Hostel Ibedcity
Are hotels expensive in Rovaniemi?
From our analysis of hotel prices in Rovaniemi, we can see that they are somewhat more expensive in comparison to the rest of the world. On average, a night in a hotel room costs approximately $150. The area hosts around 6 five-star hotels, averaging $192 per night. For those with an eye on both comfort and economy, three-star hotels present a reasonable choice at an average of $111 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical option at $78 per night.
Hotels by star rating in Rovaniemi
Rating | Number of Hotels | Average Hotel Price |
---|---|---|
5 stars | 6 | $192 |
4 stars | 24 | $240 |
3 stars | 28 | $111 |
2 stars | 7 | $78 |
1 star | 7 | $126 |
No rating | 18 | $209 |
How expensive are sightseeing activities in Rovaniemi?
Activities and things to do in Rovaniemi can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $56 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $31.
- Guided Daytime Ski Adventure: Explore Private Trails by Rovaniemi: $155
- Authentic Reindeer Farm Experience in Rovaniemi: $119
- Snowshoeing Adventure with Ice-Fishing, Fire and Survival: $149
- Snowmobile Tour with Small Group in Remote Wilderness 3 Hours: $196
- Private Santa Claus Village & Rovaniemi city tour: $208
- Guaranteed Northern Lights Tour with Photos: $189
- Private Korouoma Canyon Tour: $280
- Canoe Tour under the Midnight Sun & Sunset from Rovaniemi: $125
Is food expensive in Rovaniemi?
Food in Rovaniemi can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $96 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $71. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.
- Lappish Cooking Master Class: $161
- Traditional Lappish evening in the wilderness with dinner: $184
- Dinner with Northern Light hunt in Rovaniemi : $226
- Traditional Northern Light Dinner in the Lappish Hut: $105
- Rovaniemi: Insider Guided Food Tour With 5 Tastings: $142
- Sauna, Jacuzzi, and 3 Course Dinner at Kota Restaurant Autumn: $231
Is transportation expensive in Rovaniemi?
Exploring local transportation in Rovaniemi shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $37 per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $44. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.
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