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Santa Claus Village is the most visited attraction in Lapland, set right on the Arctic Circle. Visitors can meet Santa Claus in his office every day of the year, cross the Arctic Circle line marked on the ground, and browse shops selling Lappish handicrafts, Christmas decorations and souvenirs.

Entry to the village and the visit to Santa are free, although photos and videos taken by Santa's elves are sold separately, and personal photography is not allowed in Santa's office. In December, the village is busiest, with long queues to meet Santa.

Restaurants serve Lappish food such as sautéed reindeer and salmon, and the village has snow activities for children.

Pro Tip: Arrive when the village opens in the morning to avoid the longest queues to meet Santa. Get your Arctic Circle certificate as a souvenir of crossing the line.