City Center Travel Guide
Turku
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Popular places to visit
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.
Turku Castle
You can learn about the history of Turku with a stop at Turku Castle. 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.
Paavo Nurmi Stadium
Catch an event at Paavo Nurmi Stadium during your trip to Turku. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Abo Akademi
Walk around the campus at Abo Akademi during your visit to Turku. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Things to do
Medieval TURKU Castle & Old Town PRIVATE****
Kayaking Adventure: Discover the Hidden Gems of Turku Archipelago
Top hotels in City Center
Scandic Hamburger Börs
"Excellent hotel"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Kakola
"Everything was fantastic except we were offered no options when we questioned the lack of bar fridge and our dinner ingredients for the next cabin booking spoiled. Hotel was great otherwise & breakfast & dinner & the lounge burgers were all great! Staff were amazing!!"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Turku
"Perfect location! Lovely part off the city and a really great restaurant."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Bob W Turku City Centre
"We are surprised to see the one bedroom apt has two bathrooms. Also the amenities very well met all our needs. The check in/out is super easy. The location is good and it's right in the city centor. The laudry also comes handy. The luggage lockers are very helpful after checking out before leaving ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Centro Hotel Turku
"What a lovely hotel! My family enjoyed our five nights at this lovely little gem in Turku. The room was clean and well appointed. We loved that there was a window that would open and a ceiling fan. To top that off there were automatic sun awnings that rolled out at just the right time to keep the ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Scandic Julia
"Room lightning was very good compared to other properties I have stayed in."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Where to stay in City Center
Turku Harbour
While visiting Turku Harbour, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Turku and Tallink Silja Terminal.
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.
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.
Nummi
Nummi might not have many top sights, but Vartiovuori Observatory and Aboa Vetus and Ars Nova are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Turun Kauppahalli.
