10 TOP Things to Do in Southwest Finland January 2026

I love the delicate flower of peony.

Pionien Koti (Home of Peonies) is a family operated nursery in South-Western corner of Finland specialized in peonies. The list of species and varieties is one of widest in Europe. Peak season to see the peonies blooming is around end of June. https://pioni.fi/tietoa-pioneista/in-english/

I don´t know why these darker shades of peonies are so hard to capture in foto. I don´t succeed. Light kind of bounces back. Pionien Koti (Home of Peonies).

https://pioni.fi/tietoa-pioneista/in-english/

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What to do in Southwest Finland

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.

Considered to be the most important religious building in Finland.

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.

Viking Line Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Turku with a trip to Viking Line Terminal. 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.

Moominworld

Bring the family to Moominworld and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Naantali. Discover the area's festivals and cathedral.

Tallink Silja Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Turku with a trip to Tallink Silja Terminal. 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.

University of Turku

Walk around the campus at University of Turku during your visit to Turku. Discover the area's museums and shops.

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.