Balloons galore…

Anttu got a balloon and the sun shone fiercely in my eyes. The sweet in my mouth tasted wonderful… and the balloon lady wore nylons even though the river was still frozen rock-solid. We bought some bagels and some long flannel underwear for Granddad.

In the early 1900s, the main reason for visiting Rovaniemi was to trade at the market but the town soon had a lot more amusements to offer. The legendary markets of Rovaniemi have been immortalized in numerous stories, songs and movies. Tales about the loggers and gold-diggers gave added spice.

Stories: Ajatus Oy

A trip to Rovaniemi

The Arktikum is an excellent place to visit with a school group or on a study trip. It provides insight into history, culture and nature and the ways of life in the Arctic. The exhibitions, which are based on experience and visualization, are an inspiring environment for pupils and students of many ages.

We and our partners have put together several school trip packages for schools and children. We at the Arktikum have prepared ready learning materials and put together ideas for teachers to help them get the most out of visiting the exhibitions. Some of these materials are on these pages. Don’t hesitate to ask Arktikum Info for more information.

The Arktikum Restaurant has also taken into consideration the needs of schoolchildren and younger children. It sells light snacks and soft drinks. We recommend you reserve lunch for your group in advance to ensure your programme stays on schedule.