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20 Best Places to Go for Christmas for Families or Solo Travelers
"An indoor, family-oriented Christmas attraction in the Lapland region featuring Santa-themed activities and entertainment that complements outdoor seasonal experiences." - Elizabeth Rhodes Elizabeth Rhodes Elizabeth Rhodes is a senior editor at Travel + Leisure, covering everything from luxury hotels to theme parks to must-pack travel products. Originally from South Carolina, Elizabeth moved to New York City from London, where she started her career as a travel blogger and writer. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
Vita Dumbliauskaite M.
Google
A Christmas Fairytale on Earth! Our whole family rates it 1000 out of 10. A wonderful place. The people working there are exceptionally warm – you truly feel like you’re in an elf kingdom.
We visited in early November, and there were absolutely no queues. Everything is well thought out. For children, it’s a dream come true – and for adults, even more so. We took the VEP package, so we didn’t have to think about anything; everything was perfectly organized.
We arrived at 10:00 and spent about 3.5 hours there. We were very pleasantly surprised by the elf performance – we didn’t expect it at all, and the 20-minute show was really engaging.
There’s one place to eat – the food is simple but decent.
So, if you’re wondering whether this place is worth visiting – don’t miss this experience!
Lyn H.
Google
As an adult lady solo traveller who loves Christmas, I really enjoyed Santa Park! The elves were fun, the shows entertaining and the real Santa was a joy. It was warm and cosy while outside was a snow storm. Highly recommended for any age.
Mandy N.
Google
This is where dreams come true and made off, a wonderful magical experience. The Elves were so cute and loved seeing Santa and the Gingerbread cook 🧑🏼🍳, the Elves show was spectacular ! The train ride is full of Christmas magic, highly recommend!
Bianca C.
Google
The most magical place from beginning to end. Everything you could possibly wish for and more. Santa was spectacular and spent so much time with the children and even took their letters and read them. Would highly recommend Santa park for anyone travelling to Rovaniemi. We will definitely be back again.
Rob Q.
Google
Was good but didn't feel as magical as we expected given 2 boys under 10. It was quite quiet when we went which was nice (end of Nov) but didn't feel much atmosphere other than in the sessions. Elf school was good and show was good.
Sinead P.
Google
We visited the Santa Park on 1 November 2025 and can't recommend this place highly enough for kids young and old who want to truly experience a magical Christmas experience in Lapland. We absolutely loved every second of it. Santa was so warm and friendly, the elves were super friendly and interacted with everyone, the train was magical, the elf school was surreal, the cookie decorating was like something out of a storybook and the elf show was heartwarming. We couldn't fault anything. It was our second trip to Rovaniemi to visit Santa with our four children and our first time visiting the Santa Park. It was the highlight of our time in Lapland. We can't wait to go back. Even the walk there through the forest from our apartment was magical. Well worth visiting!
Amanda M.
Google
We visited Santa park 5th November, just before the tourist season & Christmas rush it was as simply perfect. Family of 5, two adults 3 kids (14,12 and 5) everyone of them loved it & so so we 10/10 the elves are all amazing.. they make it extra special for the kids the atmosphere is magical. Santa visit was the highlight of our trip…. Amazing
malar V.
Google
Veey good and very enjoyable. Loved the toy collections decorations the train ride and the acrobat show.