Overview
Located 80 km south of Rovaniemi, Ranua Wildlife Park is the world's northernmost zoo, opened in 1983. About 50 species and 200 native northern wild animals live in near-natural environments — polar bears, moose, wolves, lynx, brown bears, musk ox, Arctic foxes, and snowy owls among them. A 3-km path loops through the park, and the snow-covered winter setting shows the animals in their wildest form. It's the best place in Finland to see polar bear cubs. Admission about EUR 22. About 1 hour from Rovaniemi as a day trip.
Travel Tips
Winter visits show the animals in their wild snowy element. Use a 1-day tour package from Rovaniemi.
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Attractions near Ranua Wildlife Park
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Ounasvaara Ski Resort
Ski resort and wilderness trails just outside Rovaniemi city center.
📍 74.0km away
Rovaniemi Railway Station
The terminus of Finland's northernmost railway line, opened in 1909.
📍 74.2km away
Rovaniemi City Hall
Rovaniemi's main administrative building, built as part of Alvar Aalto's city plan.
📍 74.5km away
Lordi's Square
A central Rovaniemi square honoring Lordi, the 2006 Eurovision-winning hard rock band.
📍 74.5km away
Rovaniemi Library
A fan-shaped municipal library designed by architect Alvar Aalto.
📍 74.5km away
Lappia Hall
A performing arts and convention centre in Rovaniemi designed by Alvar Aalto.
📍 74.5km away
Rovaniemi Church
A wooden Lutheran church rebuilt in Rovaniemi after World War II.
📍 74.5km away
Northern Lights Viewing
Watch the aurora borealis dance across Lapland's pristine night sky.
📍 74.7km away
Ounasjoki Riverside
A riverside promenade along the Ounasjoki River running through central Rovaniemi.
📍 74.7km away
Korundi Sami Cultural Centre
Cultural center showcasing Sami culture and contemporary art of Lapland.
📍 74.7km away
Santa Claus Village
Santa Claus's official home, located right on the Arctic Circle.
📍 76.4km away
Things to Do in Rovaniemi
Northern Lights Hunting Tour
Sep-Mar guided minibus chase for clear-sky aurora viewing with hot chocolate and photo coaching. About EUR 110-150
Husky Safari
Drive a sled pulled by 8-12 Siberian huskies through Lapland's snowy wilderness. Lunch and hot drinks included. About EUR 180-250
Meet Santa Claus
Meet Santa at his official Santa Claus Village residence — photos and conversation. Also send Christmas cards from the Santa Post Office. Photos about EUR 30-40