5 days in Turku Itinerary

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Escape the urban bustle at Nuuksio National Park and Ispoinen Beach and Sauna. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Turku Cathedral. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Turku: Old Rauma (in Rauma) and Bellevue Beach (in Hanko). And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, get lost in a book at Turku City Library, examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, and explore the historical opulence of Turku Castle.

For photos, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Turku trip itinerary planning website.

If you are flying in from Ireland, the closest major aiport is Turku Airport. In August, daytime highs in Turku are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) so you can travel back home.