Pohjola Travel Guide
Turku
Popular places to visit
Turku Castle
You can learn about the history of Turku with a stop at Turku Castle. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Turku Cathedral
Turku Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Turku, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and shops.
Port of Turku
Explore the waterfront in Turku with a trip to Port of Turku. Discover the area's museums and shops.
University of Turku
Walk around the campus at University of Turku during your visit to Turku. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Turku Market Square
During your visit to Turku, you can do some window-shopping at Turku Market Square. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Turku Fair and Congress Center
Learn about the events happening in Turku Fair and Congress Center during your trip to Turku. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Explore Turku in 60 minutes with a Local
Turku Enchanting Romantic Private Walking Tour
Historic Turku Private Walking Tour – Cultural Heritage
Top hotels in Pohjola
Scandic Hamburger Börs
The room was great and I can’t say enough about the wonderful staff. They were all very courteous and very respectful. I highly recommend this hotel. It is one of the very best.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Bob W Turku City Centre
Mycket bra och förmånligt boende i Åbo centrum. Trots att rummet var ut mot torget och huvudgatan så var det riktigt tyst och lugnt. Minikök med presskanna och stor kaffeportion samt tepåsar. Blir definitivt flera besök på detta hotell.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hotel Kakola
Lovely helpful staff in a very characterful building! Note that the spa is a short walk away, with an €25 charge. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Turku
My room was a little beat up. Definitely has seen better days but everything was clean and worked as it should. I’d say they’re due for a cosmetic update. I like that the windows open a bit for fresh air. I don’t like having to use my key to work the lights. If that’s required at least have the card ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Holiday Club Turun Caribia
This is VERY child friendly, so if you are looking for peace and quiet, this is not for you. That being said, the rooms were quite soundproof unlike in the U.S. The staff was friendly, the breakfast spread was large, and the location was good.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Centro Hotel Turku
Room was clean and staff were really friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pohjola
Port Arthur
Though Port Arthur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paavo Nurmi Stadium and Turku Market Square.
City Center
If you're spending some time in City Center, Paavo Nurmi Stadium and Aboa Vetus and Ars Nova are top sights worth seeing.
Raunistula
Though Raunistula may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ett Hem Museum and Turku Art Museum.
Iso-Heikkilä
While Iso-Heikkilä may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Turku and Turku Castle.
Teräsrautela
When in Teräsrautela, you can plan a visit to Mylly Shopping Centre and Muhkurin Nature Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kupittaa
While Kupittaa isn't home to many top sights, Vartiovuori Observatory and Aboa Vetus and Ars Nova are some notable places to visit nearby.
