Finnish Lapland sits at the heart of the aurora zone, where clear winter nights regularly ripple green and violet overhead. Each of these bases offers a different way to watch — from glass-roofed igloos in Rovaniemi to the silent fells of Kilpisjärvi. Pick your pace, dress warmly and look up.
The aurora list
Five places, one dancing sky
Save these Lapland bases for your Northern Lights journey.
Rovaniemi
The easiest and most popular base for an Arctic adventure, with plenty of aurora tours and glass-roofed accommodation.
Best for: First-time aurora chasers, families and easy access to tours.
Saariselkä
A peaceful Lapland escape surrounded by wilderness, with excellent dark skies and beautiful fell landscapes.
Best for: Quiet escapes, fell walks and dark-sky viewing.
Inari
Ideal for a more remote and authentic Northern Lights experience, with vast wilderness and Sámi cultural experiences.
Best for: Remote wilderness and Sámi culture.
Levi
A stylish Arctic resort combining Northern Lights viewing with skiing, cosy cabins and winter activities.
Best for: Pairing ski days with aurora nights.
Kilpisjärvi
One of Finland’s most remote northern destinations, known for exceptionally dark skies and dramatic Arctic scenery.
Best for: Serious chasers after the darkest skies.