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WATCH THE VIDEO OLD TOWN, BUT PRETTY FUNKYTurku, a pearl of the Baltic, is Finland’s number one summer destination. Bisecting Turku city centre, the river Aura flows through the most beautiful cityscape; past great restaurants, cafes bursting with atmosphere, perceptive works of city art

as well as fascinating museums. The mouth of the river opens out to meet the tens of thousands of islands known as the Scandinavian Islands. The most numerous archi-pelago in the world stretches all the way from Turku to Åland and onto Stockholm.

Turku has a long tradition as a port; Hansa ships sailed the Aurajoki River already back in the Middle Ages. Today Turku welcomes cruise ships from around the world. We have a wide variety of tour options to support cruise line revenue, but we also recognize that some guests want to do their own thing. Wheather passangers or crew, the city of Turku looks forward offering you a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

Turku is a particularly fitting cruise destination – it is, after all, the place where the world’s largest cruise ships are built. Turku will get a taste of the charm of old ships in the summer of 2017 when the historic Tall Ships’ Races arrives for the fifth year, bringing dozens of events and hundreds of thousands of visitors.

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3 Contents 4 Visit Turku 5 Welcome to Turku 8 Turku Cruise Port 10 Shore Excursions 13 To See & Do 23 For Independent Cruise Guests

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VISIT TURKU – THE CRUISE LINES’ BEST FRIEND

Turku City Tourist Office, Aurakatu 2, FI-20100 TURKU, FINLAND

Tel: +358 (0)2 262 7444 (general information) +358 (0)2 262 7900 (Sales)

E-mail: info@visitturku.fi (general information) sales@visitturku.fi (groups)

WWW: www.visitturku.fi

Tourist Information

Open: Mon–Fri 8.30am–6pm Sat–Sun 9am–4pm (1 May–30 September) Sat–Sun 10am–3pm (1 October–31 March)

Turku Convention and Events Bureau: convention@turku.fi, tel. +358 (0)2 262 7608

Check the times: All rights to the sights and events, dates, opening times, prices or other details are reserved.

Tourist info Tel: +358 2627 444info@visitturku.fi

www.portofturku.fi

Director of TourismANNE-MARGET HELLÉNDirector of TourismTel: +358 (0)50 559 0499anne-marget.hellen@turku.fi

CRUISE CO-OPERATION

Harbour MasterKARI RIUTTAHarbour MasterTel: +358 (0)2 2674 123Mobile: +358 (0)50 5533 123kari.riutta@port.turku.fi

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Visit Turku, Southwest Finland Tourist & Convention Bureau, offers a wide range of services for travel agents and con- gress organizers as well as individual travellers.

Visit Turku is a marketing, sales and development organisation providing tour-ism services for Southwest Finland. As a local expert and an active co-operator, Visit Turku provides services for the visitors to the province as well as the locals, and the companies in the region. Through Visit Turku you’ll get information and inspiration for any type of trip or visit; incentive, meeting, festivity, and much, much more. Whenever a ferry or cruise ship arrives in Turku, Visit Turku’s service point with travel guides and brochures is there to welcome travellers. Visit Turku is geared to providing shore excursions for cruise lines directly and we would be delighted to quote, or as Turku’s department of Tourism, is happy to work with your appointed supplier.

For more, visit www.visitturku.fi or contact us:

THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT TURKU CITY. Turku is Finland’s oldest city and one of the oldest in the entire Nordic region. The year 1229 was of great significance to the city. It was during this year that the seat of the Archbishop of Finland moved to Turku and it became the religious centre as well as an important town of commerce.

NUMBERS. The construction of Turku Castle began in the 1280s, and Turku Cathedral was consecrated in the year 1300. The university was founded in 1640, and Turku was the Finnish capital until the year 1812. In 2011, Turku went global as the European Capital of Culture.

NAMES. Turku’s most famous people, such as Lutheran reformer Mikael Agricola, the Flying Finn and winner of nine Olympic Gold running medlas Paavo Nurmi, the astronomer Yrjö Väisälä, rock star Michael Monroe – formerly of Hanoi Rocks, and the hockey playing broth-ers, Saku and Mikko Koivu, have not only changed Fin-land but also the world. The vibrant economy of Turku has delivered the world’s largest luxury cruise ships, the Oasis of the Seas and the Allure of the Seas, completed in Turku in 2009 and 2010. The cruise ship order-book is good for up to 5 years in advance.

PEOPLE. Turku has more than 180,000 inhabitants and 30,000 students in higher education. Natives from Turku typically speak Finnish (83 %) or Swedish (6 %). Tour-ists will find it easy in Turku as most people speak English very well.

Sales & MarketingManagerSATU HIRVENOJASales & Marketing Manager Tel: +358 (0)40 1836 690 satu.hirvenoja@turku.fi

International MarketingLOTTA BÄCKInternational Marketing Manager Tel: +358 (0)50 559 0506lotta.back@turku.fi

Group Sales & Shore ExcursionsKIRSI MATAShore ExcursionsTel: +358 (0)2 262 7564 +358 (0)50 559 0568kirsi.mata@turku.fi

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SOUTHWEST FINLAND AND ARCHIPELAGO

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DISTANCES TO MAJOR PORTS:• Turku–Helsinki (via Hanko) 147 nm• Turku–Helsinki (via Utö) 187 nm• Turku–Stockholm 185 nm• Turku–Tallinn 175 nm• Turku–St.Petersburg 337 nm

Scandinavia’s archipelago starts just off Turku’s coast in Finland’s southwest and stretches all the way to Stockholm. The archipelago, which has been called the world’s most beautiful, includes 40,000 islands and reefs. It is the biggest archipelago in the world by the number of islands, and a phenomenal natural sight, the beauty of which comes across even when viewed from the deck of a large cruise ship.

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BERTH 33-34Average depth 8.3 mPier height 1.94 mPier length 230 m

BERTH 35-36Average depth 8.3 mPier height 1.94 mPier length 200 m

BERTH 38-40Average depth 10.2 mPier height 2.37 mPier length 317 m

BERTH S-2Average depth 9 mPier height 2 mPier length 220 m

BERTH V-1Average depth 8.4 mPier height 2 mPier length 250 m

FORUM MARINUM BERTH Average depth 6 mPier height 1.9 mPier length 300 m

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Max. ship dimensions for berth Length 230 m Width 33 m Draught 10 m Air draught no restrictions

Anchorage Length no limit Available yes Compulsory no Shuttle service can be arranged Ships tenders allowed yes Pilotage compulsory yes Tugs available Tidal movement/range none

Distances City centre 3 km Airport 11 km

Accommodation Ship stay min /max no limitation Number of quays 5 Dedicated cruise quays 1 Total quay length 1,150 m Quay depth 7.6 - 10 m Minor repairs allowed yes

Services Fresh water yes Bunkering yes Waste disposal yes Oily waste collection yes Sewage collection yes Hazardous waste collection yes

Berth / berth area Tourist information yes Bank/exchange facilities at terminal Shops yes Restaurant/Bar yes Shuttle service yes Taxi yes Public toilets in terminalsPost office 1 km

TURKU CRUISE PORT TURKU CRUISE PORTNew InvestmentsTogether with the Finnish ports of Naan-tali and HaminaKotka, the Port of Stock-holm and Viking Line, Turku has been granted EU funding to an environmental project, The Northern ScanMed Ports – Sustainable Maritime Links. The project focuses on carrying out envi-ronmental and safety surveys and various investments in developing the infrastruc-ture. The environmental investments for the Port of Turku in 2015–2016 will focus on developing the infrastructure of waste-water reception from vessels and improv-ing the preconditions for offering shore-power to vessels.

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A SELECTION OF SHORE EXCURSIONS ENJOY A TOUR IN TURKU AND THE SURROUNDING REGION.

YOU’LL FIND MORE TOURS AT WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS.

WE ALSO OFFER TAILORED TOURS AND PROVIDE

AUTHORIZED GUIDES TO VARIOUS SIGHTS.

VISIT TURKU GROUP SALES Tel: +358 2 2627900Mon-Fri 8.30 am–4 pm sales@visitturku.fi www.visitturku.fi/en/groups

MEYER TURKU TOURNow you have a chance to get acquainted with the ship-yard industry in Turku and see the construction place for the world’s biggest cruise ships. The tour starts at Forum Marinum where the past and present of the shipbuilding industry in Turku is introduced through an exhibition, min-iatures and extensive video material. We then continue with a tour of the Meyer Turku shipyard. On the way there the guide will talk about the operations and history of the Meyer shipyard. At the shipyard, the group will stay in the bus as the inside of the ship under construction is off limits due to safety reasons. The tour will end at Forum Marinum where the group can continue with the exhibitions inde-pendently.

Duration: 2 hrsRecommended group size: 15–30 peopleAvailability: Weekdays (Mon–Fri) 12pm–3pmIncludes: guidance for 3 hrs and admission fees.Special requirements: Tour must be booked 14 days in advance. Starting and finishing at Forum Marinum, Lin-nankatu 72. Names of group members must be submitted in advance. Recommended for ages 15 years and over.For an additional fee: Shuttle bus.

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TURKU SIGHTSEEING During this two-hour sightseeing tour you’ll see the main attractions of Turku such as Turku Castle and the Handicrafts Museum from the outside, as well as stopping to go inside of Turku Cathedral where we also make a photo stop. Another photo stop will be made at the Turku Castle, which has stood guard at the mouth of the River Aura since the 1280’s. The castle is part of Finland’s national heritage and has witnessed great historical events from royal weddings to wars. The tour will also introduce visitors to Turku Cathedral’s sur-roundings, the university area, Turku city centre, the River Aura views and the harbour. Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 20–50 people Availability: year-round Includes: 2 hrs guidance and visit to Turku Cathedral.

TURKU’S TOP 3 – SIGHTSEEING IN TURKUOn this guided tour you’ll become acquainted with the three most popular sights of Turku: Turku Cathedral, the Handicrafts Museum and Turku Castle. During the tour you’ll get familiar with the medieval life of Turku and of the whole of Finland, as well as the life of craftsmen in the 19th century. The tour is conducted from the group’s own bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf.

Duration: 3.5 hrs Recommended group size: 20–30 people Availability: year-round subject to museum opening times Includes: 3.5 hours of guidance, visits inside the Cathedral, the Handicraft Museum and Turku Castle, as well as the entrance fees to these sights.

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IN ADDITION TO FINNISH, OUR GUIDES PROVIDE

ENGLISH, SPANISH, ESPERANTO, ITALIAN, JAPANESE,

CHINESE, FRENCH, SWEDISH, GERMAN, DANISH,

UKRAINIAN, RUSSIAN AND POLISH.

YOU CAN CHECK THE PRICES ON VISITTURKU.FI.

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TURKU DESIGN TOUR This tour guides groups around the design stores of Turku, particularly ones not easily found by those from out of town. The tour can take in shops of particular interest to the group, which could include, for example, KUI Design, Klo Design, Televisio Lifestyle Store, Outolintu, Aitoi, PUF Designmarket and Punainen Norsu. During the tour hear about the handicraft traditions of Turku and stop into Fin-land’s best bakery, MBakery, for a coffee and Kiss My Turku cake in the Turku Market Hall. Duration: 2.5 hrsRecommended group size: 5–10 peopleAvailability: Mon–Sat year round according to the opening times of the storesIncludes: 2.5 hrs guidance, MBakery’s coffee and cake.For an additional fee: Take the tour on a minibus and/or reserve a lunch.

TURKU AND NAANTALI IN A DAYThis panoramic tour offers the best way to see the main sights of Turku, with little walking involved. Departing from the pier by coach, you first travel to the Castle of Turku, where you can enjoy a photo stop. Continuing your drive through the city centre, you will pass the Handicraft Museum, a living open-air museum. Pause for a photo stop at the Mother Church of Finland – Turku Cathedral, which was consecrated in 1300.Next, drive towards the beautiful town of Naantali, known for it’s historical surroundings, the sea, the archipelago, and the presidential summer residence Kultaranta. You will also have a little free time to explore the area at leisure. Duration: 3 hrs Availability: year-roundIncludes: 3 hours of guidanceFor an additional fee: Guided tour in the Kultaranta garden

FIRST IN TURKUWhere was Finland’s first monastery located? Who was Johan Seipel and what did he do? Who published the first Finnish almanac? How can one see behind the scenes at Finland’s oldest theatre, Åbo Svenska Teater?Come to listen to how these and many other things found their beginnings in Turku. The walking tour lasts about two hours. The route winds through the streets and squares of Turku, finishing with a guided tour of Åbo Svenska Teater at the edge of the market square.

Duration: 2 hrsRecommended group size: 10–25 peopleAvailability: Mon–Sat all year round Includes: 2 hrs guidance and admission to Åbo Svenska Teater.For an additional fee: Coffee at Cafe Tiljan.

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CIRCUS WITH THE STARS Meet Cirque du Soleil trapeze artist, Pauliina Räsänen, and world champion acrobat, Slava Volkov – and visit the skilfull couple’s special circus studio in the beautiful archipelago vil-lage in Kustavi. Available on request are circus variety performances for 40–160 person groups. The unique shows are normally held at ArtTeatro in Kustavi, but it is possible to take some of the shows on the road. What about a circus variety show on your cruiser?

Duration: Circus tour to Kustavi takes around 5 hrs.Circus show on cruiser as agreedAvailability: year-roundRecommended group size: 40–160 peopleIncludes: circus show, coffee

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A TOUR OF RUISSALO ISLANDRuissalo is a verdant oasis just outside of Turku. On this tour you’ll become acquainted with the island, both modern and historical, as well as the unique nature of Ruissalo. On the trip you’ll take a sightseeing tour and view the beautiful villas. You’ll visit the Botanical Gar-den of the University of Turku, boasting a collection comprising more than 5,000 different species and varie-ties of plant. During the tour you will enjoy lunch at Villa Marjaniemi, where the fascinating history of the villa will also be presented to the group. The tour is conducted with the group’s own private bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf.

Duration: 3.5 hrsRecommended group size: 20–30 peopleAvailability: year-round subject to opening hoursIncludes: 3.5 hrs of guidance, entrance fee to the botanical garden, lunch and informative talk at Villa Marjaniemi.

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TURKU BY BIKEHead out on this fun-filled tour, where you can ride along the riverside or, if you wish, cycle further afield.The tour departs from the Old Great Square, takes you along both sides of the River Aura to Forum Mari-num and back again. Accompanying you is a Turku-Guide, whose interesting stories explain everything from Turku’s history up to the present day, and might also provide something new for the locals. Tour can also head out to beautiful island of Ruissalo!

Duration: 2 hrsRecommended group size: max. 10 peopleAvailability: For the whole year depending on the weather.Includes: 2 hrs guidance. For an additional fee: Bicycle hire or Nordic walking poles and instructions on their use.NB! Tour can also be done as a Nordic walking trip.

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CULTURE THE RIVER AURA IS THE HEART AND SOUL OF TURKU. THIS IS WHERE

TURKU WAS BORN, AND A LARGE PART OF CITY LIFE – MUSEUMS, SIGHTS,

RESTAURANTS AND CAFÉS – STILL CONCENTRATES AROUND THE BANKS

OF THE AURA. A WALK BY THE RIVER FROM THE CATHEDRAL TO TURKU

CASTLE IS A FASCINATING JOURNEY THROUGH HISTORY, WHILST SEEING

WHAT PRESENT DAY TURKU HAS TO OFFER. TURKU IS THE CRADLE OF FINNISH CULTURE; OVER THE YEARS THE CITY

HAS PLAYED AN IMPORTANT ROLE AS THE GATEWAY TO FINLAND FOR

INTERNATIONAL INFLUENCE. THE UNRIVALED RANGE OF MUSEUMS IN

TURKU INTRODUCE GUESTS TO A HOST OF NATIONAL TREASURES.

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TURKU CASTLEThe largest castle in Finland and one of the country’s national treasures has stood guard over the mouth of the River Aura since the end of the 13th century. The Timeline exhibition and the Chil-dren’s Castle provide visitors of all ages things to see and experience. www.museumcentreturku.fi

Open: Tue–Sun 10am–6pm6 June–4 Sep Mon–Sun 10am–6pm

Closed: on Mondays and Public Holidays. Check online for exceptions to opening hoursEntrance fee:€ 9 / 5

TURKU CATHEDRALFinland’s national shrine was consecrated as the Cathedral Church of the Virgin Mary and bishop St Henry in 1300. Today the beautiful details of the Cathedral serve as a record of Finnish history. The Cathedral Museum in the Southern Gallery takes you back all the way to the 1300’s. www.turunseurakunnat.fi Open: Daily 9am–6pmMuseum closed during services

Entrance fee:Turku Cathedral – free entranceCathedral Museum € 2 / 1

ABOA VETUS & ARS NOVAA fascinating twin museum built around an excavated medieval city block com-bines a museum of history with a museum of contemporary art. Museum’s Aula Café is a perfect place for lunch or a stylish event. Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova also hosts the largest museum shop in Turku city centre. www.aboavetusarsnova.fi

Open: Daily 11am–7 pm

Closed: 24–26 June and 24 Dec–1 Jan 2017

Entrance fee:€ 8 / 7 / 5,50

LUOSTARINMÄKI HANDICRAFTS MUSEUM In 1827, the Great Fire of Turku caused wide-spread destruction, but the Luostarinmäki area escaped the flames. Today this perfectly pre-served little village allows visitors to see what life was like for common people in the 1800’s. The workshops demonstrate pre-industrial crafts throughout the summer. www.museumcentreturku.fi

Open: 26 Nov 2016–6 Jan 2017 Tue–Sun 10am–4pm3 May–5 June and 5–18 Sep Tue–Sun 10am–6pm6 June–4 Sep Mon–Sun 10am–6pmOther times for groups upon reservation

Closed: on Mondays and Public Holidays. Check online for exceptions to opening hours

Entrance fee:€ 6 / 4

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TURKU ART MUSEUMThe Art Museum’s Art Nouveau build-ing was opened to the public in 1904. Renowned as a national treasure, the museum’s collection is one of the finest collections of old and contemporary art in Finland. www.turkuartmuseum.fi

Open: Tue–Fri 11am–7pmSat–Sun 11am–5pm

Entrance fee:€ 8 / 5

THE FORUM MARINUM MARITIME CENTREA museum and a centre for maritime research, with magnificent historic ves-sels in and on the banks of the River Aura. Approximately 3.500 museum pieces and several exhibitions illustrate the maritime history of Finland. www.forummarinum.fi

Open: 22 May–31 Sep Tue–Sun 11am–7pmMuseum ships open 21 May–28 Aug 11am–7pm

Entrance fee:Exhibitions € 8 / 5, museum ships € 6 / 4

(1865–1957) IS A WORLD-FAMOUS COMPOSER OF TIMELESS STATURE.

TURKU IS HOME TO A MUSEUM DEDICATED TO THE FINNISH MAESTRO.

A FASCINATING PLACE FOR MUSIC LOVERS, THE MUSEUM IS ALSO OF

GREAT INTEREST FOR ADMIRERS OF ARCHITECTURE. DESIGNED BY

WOLDEMAR BAECKMAN, THE MUSEUM BUILDING IS A MODERNIST

GEM FROM THE 1960’S.

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LOGOMOThe newest cultural hotspot in Turku boasts a beautiful mix of old and new. Visit a concert, performance, show – or the new delicious Logomo Kitchen. Find out what happens in Logomo: www.logomo.fi

Köydenpunojankatu 14, TurkuTel: +358 (0)29 123 4800

TURKU MAIN LIBRARYTurku City Library combines modern and classic architecture offering culture in its many forms. The architecturally distin-guished building comprises facilities for events and exhibitions as well as several cosy reading corners. Visitors can delve into the Library’s thousands of Finnish and International journals, in paper or electronic format. www.turku.fi/kirjasto

Open: Mon–Fri 9am–8pm Sat 10am–4pm Sun 12pm–6pm

Linnankatu 2, TurkuTel: +358 (0)2 262 0624

www.sibeliusmuseum.abo.fi

CAN YOU COUNT THE SCANDINAVIAN ISLANDS?

There are tens of thousands of islands ans skerries between Turku and Stockholm. Saved from the ravages of mass tourism, the archipelago is a breathtaking natural experience that also offers a full range of traveller services.

There is no need for an own boat to experience the archipelago. There are cruises, ferries and the Archipelago Trail. This beautiful route will take the travellers island hopping by bike or car.

BENGTSKÄR LIGHTHOUSE The rugged rock walls of this lighthouse make it an impressive sightseeing destination in the Archipelago Sea.

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THE MOST FAMOUS ISLAND OF THE TURKU

ARCHIPELAGO, RUISSALO, IS KNOWN FOR ITS

BEAUTIFUL OAK FORESTS AND CHARMING 19TH

CENTURY VILLAS. ONCE HUNTING GROUNDS

FOR THE SWEDISH COURT OF TURKU CASTLE,

THE ISLAND IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE FROM TURKU

BY LAND OR BY SEA.

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UKKOPEKKALunchtime cruises aboard the S/S Ukkopekka offer visitors a chance to enjoy the scenery of the archipelago with delicious food offered buffet-style.

Next we are landing to the island of Loistokari. I bet you didn’t know, that one of the lighthouse keepers of the past raised 11 children on this tiny little island.

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PIKKU-PUKKI PAVILIONThe romantic lace pavilion offers unique ambiance. The restaurant is open only by advance reservation.

HERRANKUKKARO An idyllic old fish-ing estate, which is now used for both conferences and recreational retreats.

NAANTALI Turku’s neighbouring town is known for its convent church, Old Town and Moomin World.

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THE TURKU REGION OFFERS A WIDE

RANGE OF ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES

WITH CHILDREN. DID YOU KNOW THAT

TURKU IS THE ONLY PLACE YOU CAN

VISIT THE MAGICAL MOOMINWORLD?

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MOOMIN WORLDThis official theme park invites the young at heart to meet Tove Jansson’s most beloved characters.

VÄSKIThis adventure island is a child’s dream come true, offering them the opportu-nity to challenge themselves and test their skills.

All the fun things are good for your stomach. Moominmamma

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FLOWPARKFlowpark is an adventure park where you can literally let your

spirits fly high! The park’s adventure trails have been built along the treetops and activities

include swinging from cable vines and zip-lining.

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JUKUPARKA water park for the entire family – go wild on the water slides, swim in the large pools or relax in the sunbathing area.

ADVENTURE PARKAdventure Park, located at the edge of Kupittaa Park, offers an abundance of activities and places to explore for children and the young at heart.

SUPERPARKThis brand new indoor sports park offers fun activi-ties for the whole family – all year round, whatever the weather.

KURALAN KYLÄMÄKIThis village brings history to life. Families can time travel to life in the countryside of the 1940s and 1950s. The archaeological workshop both researches and features prehistoric and medieval times.

KUPITTAAFinland’s largest and oldest urban park offers a place to relax in the shade of the trees or cool off at its outdoor swimming pool.

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MEDIEVAL MARKETFollow the rows of market stalls at the Turku Old Great Square and take a trip back in time to the Middle Ages. Artisan work dis-plays, Children’s Activities, per-foming groups and delicacies of the time. The Old Town Hall hosts events for science, art and fashion. www.keskiaikaisetmarkkinat.fi Dates: At the end of June.2016: 30 June–3 July 2017: 29 June–2 July Thu–Fri 12noon–8pm, Sat–Sun 12noon–6pmFree admission

RUISROCKThe oldest rock festival in the Nordic countries will celebrate once again on the charming island of Ruissalo in July. For three days top international bands, rock stars and the hottest new names from Finland will be seen live on stage. www.ruisrock.fi Dates: At the beginning of July. 2016: 4–6 July2017: 7–9 JulyTickets: € 120 (3 days)

TURKU MUSIC FESTIVALArtistic director Topi Lehtipuu’s inspiring programme captivates Turku in August. This versatile city festival offers an outstanding array of big orchestra concerts, operas, chamber music, recitals, jazz, open-air events and experi-ences for the whole family. www.tmj.fi Dates: In August.

TALL SHIP’S RACESSee Turku at it’s best and liveliest! The summer of 2017 brings to Turku the Tall Ships’ Races with beautiful historical sailing ships, dozens of concerts and other fes-tivities, and hundreds of thou-sands of visitors. Dates: 2017: 20–23 July

TURKU DESIGN FESTIVALFor one week in May, Turku will celebrate new, local design. Festival events, which range from fashion shows and village fests to flea markets, lectures, clubs and brunches, will pop up in design-related businesses and other locations all over the city. The centrepoint of festival events is Kontti, which is located in Vähä-tori Square. www.turkudesignfestival.fi Dates: In May.

PARTY ON, FINLAND! IN THE YEAR 2017 FINLAND CELEBRATES IT’S 100TH

BIRTHDAY AS AN INDEPENDENT COUNTRY. TURKU

JOINS THE CELEBRATION WITHIN THE THEME

“TOGETHER”. SEE WHAT HAPPENS AND PICK YOUR

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A SPECIAL SUMMERTIME FEATURE OF TURKU ARE THE RESTAU-

RANT BOATS MOORED ALONG THE RIVER AURA. HERE LOCALS

COME TO START THEIR EVENING BEFORE HEADING TO THE CITY

CENTRE CLUBS AND NIGHT SPOTS. TAKE A FREE SHUTTLE BUS

FROM THE PORT TO THE MARKET SQUARE AND EXPLORE THE

CULTURAL AND CULINARY SIDE OF TURKU.

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IN TURKU, YOU WON’T HAVE TO LOOK VERY HARD TO FIND GOOD FOOD,

WITH SO MANY TOP CHEFS IN A WIDE VARIETY OF RESTAURANTS. WHY

NOT MAKE A CULINARY JOURNEY OF SCANDINAVIAN DELICACIES AT

SMÖR OR START AN ENCHANTING DINNER WITH SPANISH PINCHOS AT

TINTÅ. DON’T FORGET TO TRY THE FOOD WALK ALONG THE RIVER AURA

OR HEAD OUT FURTHER AFIELD TO SAMPLE THE DELICIOUS DISHES OF

THE ARCHIPELAGO. LET THE VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY BEGIN!

RESTAURANTS

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KASKISKaskis has earned a great deal of praise for its food prepared with dedication and relaxed atmos-phere. Founded by Chef of the Year 2013 Erik Mansikka and his friends, Kaskis offers dishes pre-pared with pure ingredients as well as delicious, but reasonably priced beverages.www.kaskis.fi

Kaskenkatu 6 a, TurkuTel: +358 (0)44 723 0200info@kaskis.fi

TINTÅTintå is a laidback wine bar close to the Aura Bridge, on the west-ern shore of the river. Offering a selection of over 100 wines, a short but good menu, gourmet pizzas as well as a delicious daily lunch menu. Housed in a former 18th Century stable, the prem-ises still display the original brick walls and arched doorway. Tintå’s terrace blends to the riverside. www.tinta.fi

Läntinen Rantakatu 9, TurkuTel: +358 (0)2 230 7023info@tinta.fi

PINELLAOne of Finland’s oldest restau-rants has been restored to a new splendour. High quality contem-porary cuisine, prepared using seasonal and locally produced ingredients. Eat, meet and relax in Pinella’s wonderful atmosphere by the river, in the historic heart of Turku. www.pinella.fi

Vanha Suurtori 2, TurkuTel: +358 (0)2 445 6500info@pinella.fi

GRILL IT! MARINAGourmet grill dishes and tastes from around the world, using only the best raw ingredients. The res-taurant’s secret weapon is the Josper charcoal grill, which gives the food a genuine smoked, char-broiled flavour. The restaurant and lounge bar offer outstanding views of the River Aura, where guests can also do some people-watching from the elegant riverfront terrace. Kids have their very own menu and a play area. www.grillit.fi/marinaturku

Linnankatu 32, TurkuTel: +358 (0)2 611 6301sales.turku@radissonblu.com

SMÖRSmör offers food, delicately pre-pared, using ingredients and fla-vours that stand out with purity and a dash of beauty. The menu changes according to the season. Smör serves from lunch until evening dinner amidst the old cellar milleu on the west bank of the River Aura.www.smor.fi

Läntinen Rantakatu 3, Turku Tel: +358 (0)2 536 9444 info@smor.fi

FOOD WALKA walking tour to sample all of the River Aura’s finest delicacies. Read more at www.visitturku.fi!

GREAT COFFEE CAN BE FOUND AT PLACES  SUCH AS CAFÉ ART (LÄNTINEN RANTAKATU 5,

WWW.CAFEART.FI), BOASTING THE BEST BARISTA IN THE COUNTRY.

THE AULA CAFÉ ON THE INNER COURTYARDS OF THE ABOA VETUS &

ARS NOVA MUSEUM IS ALSO RECOMMENDED BY MANY LOCALS

(ITÄINEN RANTAKATU 4–6, WWW.AULACAFE.FI).

AWARD WINNING COFFEES

TIIRIKKALAAlong the river you’ll find many great places to eat. One such place, on Vähätori square, is Tiirikkala, located in the magnifi-cent, venerable atmosphere of an old, wooden two-storey building. Worthy of a special mention are the generous and sophisticated salads. Often on offer during weekends is live music, from acoustic guitar to blues and pop. www.tiirikkala.fi

Linnankatu 3, TurkuTel: +358 (0)44 756 6160tiirikkala@tiirikkala.fi

HUS LINDMANNAn exquisite lunch and reservation restaurant, Hus Lindman operates in the midst of the cultural and his-torical milieu, in the shadow of the cathedral on the east bank of the River Aura. In summer the restau-rant is complimented by the spa-cious terrace overlooking the River Aura. www.huli.fi

Piispankatu 15, TurkuTel: +358 (0)400 446 100 +358 (0)400 466 800hus.lindman@huli.fi

TURKU MARKET HALLTurku’s old Market Hall was com-pleted in 1896 and ever since has been selling authentic delights. Live like a local and try one of the lovely lunch places or deli-catessens – the newly renovated market hall is even better than before. Shops range from the tra-ditional meat and fish, cheese and bread counters to the ven-dors selling spices and ethnic dishes. The Wanha Turku is a spe-cialist souvenir shop selling old-fashioned sweets, cards, and other bygone items.www.kauppahalli.fi

Eerikinkatu 16 H, Turku

BLANKOBlanko’s long-established res-taurant concept operates from the old vaults of a building at the corner of the Aura Bridge. One of the city’s most central loca-tions, the venue is a blend of old and new. In the spirit of fusion the cuisine blends East and West. Lunches on weekdays, bar vibes in the evenings and a popular Sunday brunch.www.blanko.net

Aurakatu 1, TurkuTel: +358 (0)2 233 3966 ravintola@blanko.net

SERGIO’SReal Italian restaurant on the banks of the River Aura serves delicious Italian cuisine including tasty pizzas. Sergio’s is also well-known for it’s wine expertise. The main ingredients as well as the comprehensive selection of wines are directly imported from Italy. www.sergio.fi

Läntinen Rantakatu 27, TurkuTel: +358 (0)20 769 8585ravintola@sergio.fi

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PIECE OF CAKE Why settle for good when you can enjoy delicacies of Finland’s best bakery? Piece of Cake – MBakery Café offers a touch of luxury for coffee breaks, lunch or celebra-tions! Come try our Friday Cake Heaven Buffet, our fantastic Wednesday Feast or Sunday’s indulgent Piece of Cake Break-fast. www.mbakery.fi

Turku Market Hall, Eerikinkatu 16 Turkupieceofcake@mbakery.fi

PUB UUSI APTEEKKIRestaurant Uusi Apteekki is a charming café bar where the genuine ambience of an old pharmacy combines with the diverse range of beer, cider and selec-tion of malt whiskies. The favorite place of Turku intellectuals and the culture crowd is open every day of the year.www.uusiapteekki.fi Kaskenkatu 1 Tel: +358 (0)2 250 2595apteekki@uusiapteekki.fi

BREWERY RESTAURANT KOULUThe biggest brewery restaurant in Fin-land occupies a refurbished old school building dating from the 1880’s. Brew-ery Pub, dining salon, function rooms, Wine House, history classroom, and a terrace. The house beers and ciders are definite crowd pleasers. www.panimoravintolakoulu.fi Eerikinkatu 18, Turku Tel: +358 (0)2 274 5757 mypa@panimoravintolakoulu.fi

TURKU IS ALSO RENOWNED FOR IT’S UNIQUE PUBS, MANY OF

WHICH CAN BE FOUND OPERATING FROM UNUSALLY PLACES!

POP INTO THE PUBLIC TOILET, THE BANK, THE PHARMACY AND

THE SCHOOL AND YOU MIGHT BE IN FOR A SURPRISE.

UNIQUE PUBS

VIKING RESTAURANT HARALDAt Harald, in Turku centre, taste the fla-vours of the forest and the best sea-food the local waters have to offer, once enjoyed by the ancient Nordic adventurers. Serving up a wide variety of meats and fish, not to mention deli-cious vegetable dishes. www.ravintolaharald.fi

Aurakatu 3, TurkuTel: +358 (0)44 766 8204turku@ravintolaharald.fi

Brewery Restaurant Koulu

TERRAVIIVAOwned by ceramist Minna Komu-lainen, Terraviiva is renowned for its ceramic interior tiles. Ter-raviiva also produces other unique ceramics and business gifts, such as dishes, sculptures, wine carafes, potholders and photo frames. Eve-rything Terraviiva sells is manufac-tured on the premises. In addition to Turku, Terraviiva also has shops in Espoo and Oulu.www.terraviiva.fi

Kaskenkatu 2 C, Turku Tel: +358 50 3420890minna.komulainen@terraviiva.fi

TURKU DESIGN NOW! -SHOPThis Turku designer collective sells interior decor goods, accessories, clothing (even for kids), ceramics, popular Turku-themed products and, for example, Kotona Design’s wonderful magnetic chalkboards. Ingenious products are designed and, in most cases, also manufac-tured in Finland.www.turkudesignnow.fi

The shop carries design prod-ucts from, among others, Punainen Norsu, Klo Design, Terraviiva, Ton-fisk Design and Woodoo Design.

Läntinen Rantakatu 13 ATurku (courtyard)Tel: +358 (0)44 572 6198

MOOMIN SHOPLocated in Naantali’s Old Town, the Moomin Shop is the place for Moomin shirts, dishware, toys, books and many, many more Moomin products. And, if you’re planning to visit Moominworld, you’ll also find a Moomin shop there - Sniff’s shop.www.moominworld.fi

Mannerheiminkatu 3, NaantaliOpen in summer 201611 Jun–14 Aug 10am–6pm15–28 Aug 12pm–6pmWinter Magic in Moominworld 201620–28 Feb daily 10am–4pm

LAURENTIUSThe Laurentius Museum Shop is the largest of its kind in the Turku city centre. You’ll find beautiful jewellery, amusing toys, unique cards and books, perfect as gifts for lovers of history and art.www.aboavetusarsnova.fi

Aboa Vetus & Ars NovaItäinen Rantakatu 4–6, TurkuTel: +358 (0)20 718 1640info@aboavetusarsnova.fi

TURKU OFFERS EVERYTHING FROM SHOPPING CENTRES 

AND DEPARTMENT STORES TO UNIQUE DESIGN SHOPS AND 

BOUTIQUES. YOUNG TURKU DESIGNERS ARE  ESPECIALLY 

WORTH CHECKING OUT, SO GET STARTED AT

WWW.TURKUDESIGNNOW.FI.

LIKE THE ‘DEER HEAD SHELF’ DESIGNED BY THE LOCAL

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Tonfisk Design is a contemporary Finnish brand producing ceramic designs for the fans of clean lines and modern aesthetics. shop.tonfisk-design.fi

MARIMEKKOA cornerstone of Finnish design and fashion is Marimekko, known around the world for its fresh and bold patterns and prints. You can find a number of Marimekko shops in Turku, including, among others, in the shopping centres of Skanssi and Mylly, with the largest store located in the Hansa Shopping Centre. www.marimekko.fi

Hansakortteli, TurkuTel: +358 (0)2 274 0900turku@marimekko.fi

What do the locals like in Turku? Get insider information at www.visitturku.fi