Open your eyes to the Arctic
Arktikum is a science centre and museum that lets you experience northern nature, culture, and history up close. Housing the University of Lapland’s Arctic Centre and the Regional Museum of Lapland, we stimulate thought, encourage debate, and provide a deeper understanding of the Arctic.
See, explore and enjoy the Arctic stories shared through our experiential exhibitions and events!
Arctic Centre
The University of Lapland’s Arctic Centre conducts internationally recognized and multidisciplinary research of the Arctic.
Regional Museum of Lapland
The Regional Museum of Lapland is the principal authority on Lappish culture, prehistory, history, architectural heritage, and nature.
Julkaistu 31.03.2023
New audio guide deepens the exhibition experience in Arktikum
The Arktikum Museum and Science Centre offers visitors an opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the content of the exhibitions with new audio guides.
Julkaistu 25.11.2022
An Open Day and the Arctic Market Days at Arktikum
The Finnish Independence Day on 6th of December 2022 marks the 30th anniversary of the opening of the Arktikum building. On the day of the celebration, admission to the exhibitions is free of charge. The Arctic Market Days are held during the same week, 9 – 11 December.Price includes entry for 2 adults + 2 children aged 7-15 years + children under 7 years.
The Museum Card allows you entry into more than 300 museums throughout Finland; valid for one year beginning on date of first use.
Adults 25 € (norm. 36€)
Seniors, unemployed, students 20 € (norm. 24€)
Children (7-15 yrs.) 10 € (norm. 15€)
Family 55€ (2 adults + 2 children 7-15 yrs. OR 1 adult + 3 children 7-15 yrs.) (norm.102€)
Children under 7years free or charge
Culture Pass is your ticket to three of Rovaniemi’s premier cultural attractions. Experience northern nature, art, history and phenomena in many exciting ways:
Korundi House of Culture
Discover new and daring northern perspectives through contemporary art.
Arktikum Science Centre and Museum
Your introduction to life in the north: Arctic issues and the history and culture of Lapland.
Science Centre Pilke
Explore northern forests, the sustainable use of wood and the possibilities of bioeconomy by doing and experiencing.
Culture Pass is personal and valid for 7 days – visit the three attractions as many times as you like. Welcome to the north!
Street address
Arktikum House
Pohjoisranta 4
96200 Rovaniemi
Finland
Driving directions
Arktikum is conveniently located on the north side of highway E4, along the edge of downtown Rovaniemi.
Arriving from the south
Approaching Rovaniemi on northbound highway E4, travel in the right lane past two city-bound exits and drive under/through the Revontuli shopping centre tunnel. Use the exit ramp on the right, immediately after the tunnel and move into the left lane towards Kittilä. Turn left and stay in this
lane to continue following signs directing you to Arktikum
Arriving from the north
Approaching Rovaniemi on southbound highway E4, take the first exit ramp to the city center. Select the right lane on the exit ramp, and follow the posted road signs as they direct you to Arktikum.
Parking
Car parking at Arktikum’s parking lot is free of charge. Handicapped parking spaces are located in Arktikum’s courtyard. Busses may also leave visitors at the main entrance, but bus parking is specifically marked.
Entrance
Arktikum’s main entrance door is automatic, however, accessibility can be somewhat hampered by the heavy exhibition doors. It is for this reason that we recommend that you have someone to assist you with opening the doors, should you require additional help. Assistants are welcomed and given free admission. Additionally, guide and service dogs are welcome in Arktikum.
First Aid Room
The first aid room is located in the upper corridor, immediately after the coat racks on the left. Wheelchairs can be found in and borrowed from the first aid room. The first aid room may also be used as a resting room, as needed.
Cloakroom
Coat racks and lockers are free of charge and can be found in the vicinity of the admission and information desks. Larger luggage can be stored in the luggage room while you enjoy your visit. Please leave studded shoes in the cloakroom. Arktikum is not responsible of any items left on the stands. Wheelchairs and strollers may be borrowed from the information desk, as well.
Elevators
Elevators are located on both sides of the main corridor; past the information desk and museum shop and before the stairs.
Public and handicapped toilets
Women’s and men’s toilets are located in the upper corridor after the information desk and the museum shop (6 in total), beneath the staircase in the lower corridor (2 in total), as well as in the vicinity of the restaurant (6 in total). Handicapped toilet facilities are located in the upper corridor on the left side of the coat racks.
Child Care Room
The child care room is located on the right side of the upper corridor, after the information desk, museum shop and coat racks. Strollers can be borrowed from child care room.
Guided exhibition tours at Arktikum
Weekdays 140,00 €/hour/guide
Sundays 200,00 €/hour/guide
Prices include a one-hour guided tour, with separately purchased admission. One guide is able to direct a group with a maximum of 30 persons.
Guided tours must be booked in advance by contacting us at info@arktikum.fi.
Guided tours will be confirmed subject to availability.
Free audio guide
Purchase exhibition admission and grab an audio guide device for an enhanced experience. More information on the audio guide via this link.
Rovaniemi schools
Rovaniemi school teachers may observe and explore the exhibitions in advance with no admission charge, as they prepare for student visits.
Class trips
Arktikum is a great place to visit for class trips and study tours; providing an abundance of content that can be applied to historical, cultural, Arctic nature and lifestyle study topics. Exhibitions are based on experiences and visualizations provide an inspiring learning environment for students of all ages.
Arktikum Beach
In the foregrounds of Arktikum, along the shoreline of the Ounasjoki River, resides an Arctic garden and one of Rovaniemi’s most picturesque parks. Situated on about seven hectares, and spanning a small island, this arboretum park boasts a scenic location along the banks of the Ounasjoki River. The Arktikum Beach Park displays a variery of species of plants and alpine vegetation that have uniquely adapted to survive the harsh nothern climate of Lapland and the Arctic.
The Arctic garden is maintained by the University of Lapland. Additionally, here you will find copies of ancient runestones and runic symbols, as well as sculptor and artist Risto Immonen’s ”Nätti-Jussi”; inspired by the legendary woodcutter and lumberjack Johan Viktor Nätti (1890 - 1964).
During the summer months, the midnight sun shines its light on the beach park from the north; making for an ideal spot to enjoy a picnic or go for a refreshing swim. As summer gives way to autumn and winter, along with it comes shorter days and longer nights. It’s during this darker period, Arktikum beach transforms into a stupendous place from which to observe the aurora borealis or northern lights.
Green Key
Arktikum Café has successfully completed the Green Key programme of environmental responsibility and earned the certificate. More information about Arktikum Café's Green Key environmental program via this link.
Green Office
Arktikum has received the WWF Green Office certification and is committed to continuous improvement in environmental matters. More information about the Green Office environmental program via this link.