Turku

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Turku
Turku
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Where to stay in Turku

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City Center

While visiting City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Paavo Nurmi Stadium and Aboa Vetus and Ars Nova.

City Center

Turku Castle

Turku Harbour

If you're spending some time in Turku Harbour, Port of Turku and Tallink Silja Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Turku Harbour
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Ruissalo

You'll enjoy the seaside views and spas in Ruissalo. You might want to make time for a stop at Aura Golf or Koirauimaranta.

Ruissalo
May I introduce you Posankka “Pigduck”. 

Pigduck was born in 1999. Pigduck is hybridi of marzipan piglet and rubber duck.

Nummi

While Nummi isn't home to many top sights, Turku Cathedral and Ett Hem Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nummi
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Port Arthur

While Port Arthur might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Paavo Nurmi Stadium and Turku City Theatre.

Port Arthur
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Kupittaa

While there might not be top attractions in Kupittaa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Vartiovuori Observatory and Turku Cathedral.

Kupittaa
Hotel Kakola
Hotel Kakola
Kakolankatu 14, Turku
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$163 nightly
The price is $186 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$186 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Turku. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,065 reviews)
"What a unique place to stay! A boutique hotel built in the former County Prison atop the highest hill in Turku. It's such an interesting place. I should say first that I only awarded four stars because I happened to have a very small -- though nicely appointed and functional -- room. I'm sure I would ..."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Hotel Kakola
Holiday Club Turun Caribia
Holiday Club Turun Caribia
Kongressikuja 1, Turku
$103 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$118 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Turku. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 6 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"It was a great experience for family bonding and relaxation."

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2025

Holiday Club Turun Caribia
Scandic Hamburger Börs
Scandic Hamburger Börs
4 out of 5
KAUPPIASKATU 6, 6, Turku, Southwest Finland
$147 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$167 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Turku. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Viking Line Terminal and Port of ...
9/10 Wonderful! (637 reviews)
"Just perfect."

Reviewed on May 4, 2025

Scandic Hamburger Börs
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bob W Turku City Centre
Bob W Turku City Centre
4 out of 5
12 Eerikinkatu, Turku
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Turku. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Viking Line Terminal and Port of Turku ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (361 reviews)
Great stay at Bob W in Turku
"Our room at Bob W was great and very spacious. The beds were very comfortable, and we loved all of the little extras, like yoga mats and a free subscription to online yoga."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Bob W Turku City Centre
Holiday Club Turun Caribia Superior Apartments
Holiday Club Turun Caribia Superior Apartments
4 out of 5
Kongressikuja 1, Turku, Southwest Finland
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Turku. Enjoy 6 indoor pools, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Viking Line Terminal and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (170 reviews)
Children’s Paradise
"I am on crutches and there was no attempt to organise accessible room or indicate where I could park. Bed was not comfortable and apartment was stuffy with all windows open. There was no fan or air conditioning. Kitchen amenities were great. Lots of activities to amuse children."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2024

Holiday Club Turun Caribia Superior Apartments
Forenom Aparthotel Turku
Forenom Aparthotel Turku
3.5 out of 5
KRISTIINANKATU 9, Turku
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Turku. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Viking Line Terminal and Port of ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (81 reviews)
"it was good"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2024

Forenom Aparthotel Turku
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Turku

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 25%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 63%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lives there. Just didn’t care for this

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Great ferry trip from Stockholm through thousands of islands. Ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki is far less scenic, which is why I was in Turku. Frequent buses from Turku to nearby Naantali with lovely old buildings on the ocean.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The areas nearer to the river are more pleasant to visit.

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