Turku
Finland
- Safety rating
- 9.1/10
- Best time to visit
- Summer (June–August) is ideal for archipelago trips and the Medieval Market in late June.
- Population
- 0.2M
Overview
Finland's oldest city and former capital, Turku sits at the mouth of the Aura River and gateway to a stunning archipelago. Its medieval castle and cathedral anchor a riverside scene full of restaurant boats and museums.
Top attractions
See Turku Castle, the Gothic Turku Cathedral, and the archipelago islands via ferry or kayak.
Getting around
The riverside core is walkable, with frequent local buses and the Föli bike-share scheme for longer trips.