Arktikum

Museum Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland
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What to expect

Arktikum is a museum and science centre that showcases northern nature, cultures, and history in a unique environment. The museum features exhibitions on the Arctic, including the mystery of the Northern Lights, and explores concepts such as human life in tune with nature. The building itself is a notable feature, with a glass corridor and exhibition space sheltered below the ground, mimicking the way animals in the North take cover from the harsh winter. The museum also has a cafe and library, and offers guided exhibition tours. Families can enjoy learning about the life in the North and the Arctic environment, making it a great place to visit with children

Plan your family visit to the Arktikum with these blog insights 👇

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Finnish Lapland: the land of Santa Claus

Finnish Lapland: the land of Santa Claus
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Arktikum, a museum focused on the Arctic region and its environment. We learned about the history and culture of the Arctic, the Sami people, and the effects of climate change

Highlights: The Arktikum was a very interesting and informative museum. We learned a lot about the Arctic region and the importance of conservation. The exhibits were well-presented and engaging ✨

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Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi
This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a whole day at the Arktikum Science Museum. The children were able to explore the exhibits about polar bears, build their own fluvial transport network, compare their athletic achievements with those of arctic animals, and learn about the Sami and peoples living in the cold regions

Highlights: The Arktikum Science Museum was extremely well designed and kept the kids entertained. The exhibits about polar bears and the chance to compare their athletic skills with arctic animals really engaged them ✨

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Family vacation in Lapland: 12 fabulous trips!

Family vacation in Lapland: 12 fabulous trips!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Arktikum Science Center, which is dedicated to the Arctic region. It was a fascinating experience, with exhibits about the Arctic environment, culture and history

Highlights: We found the Arktikum Science Center to be a really interesting place to visit. The kids loved the interactive exhibits and we were all impressed by the information about the Arctic region ✨