8 days in Southwest Finland Itinerary

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

Turku is known for historic sites, museums, shopping, nightlife, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get your game on at Moomin World, wander the streets of Naantali Old Town, buy something for everyone on your list at Turun Kauppahalli, and browse the collection at Turku City Library.

To see reviews, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Turku trip maker .

Helsinki to Turku is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or fly. In June, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Kimito Island.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): explore the striking landscape of Archipelago National Park. On your second day here, get engrossed in the history at Soderlangvik and then look for all kinds of wild species at Oro.

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Getting from Turku to Kimito Island by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in June, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can drive back home.