Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Finnish, Swedish
Time Zone
EET (UTC+2)
Best Time to Visit
July for peak summer weather and midnight sun experiences, with temperatures around 17-20°C (63-68°F)
Typical Duration
7 nights
Price Range
$9,700 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Finland's cultural heritage and medieval charm, offering access to the historic Old Town and vibrant Nordic culture in the heart of the Baltic Sea.
Build Your Day in Turku
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 8:00 PM
Usually about 12 hours ashore
Getting around:
Shopping Centre Mylly
A lot of shops, food and great parking!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Turku Castle
A wonderful piece of Finnish history and worth visiting if in Turku.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Hansakortteli
Has a range of shops and places to eat with free toilets.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Skanssi
You can go shopping, groceries and lots of restaurant too.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Turku Market Square
Traditional weekend activities.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Fri
Kupittaa Park
Restaurants, swimming pools and go karts it was a beautiful day.
Open 24 hours
Turku Cathedral
This 700-year-old medieval cathedral is truly a must-see in Turku/Åbo.
Sokos Wiklund
Nice clean store, very clean toilets, very friendly professional staff
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Stockmann Turku
Nice staff make shopping satisfactory.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Kakolanmäki
Adult Spa, many Saunas, Bar beside to pool.
Open 24 hours
Turku Market Hall
Nice small stores, you can find fish, cheeses, meat, fresh bread.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Turun yliopiston kasvitieteellinen puutarha
Worth a trip out of Turku to visit the gardens (just bring mosquito spray).
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Pippurimylly
Meat quality of the steaks was good 👍 would come again when visiting Turku.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Aboa Vetus Ars Nova
Historic cultural values meet top notch art exhibitions and good food.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Blanko
Good food, fun atmosphere, sat outside, next to a river and next to a road.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Luostarinmäki Museum Quarter
Unique experience in the heart of Turku.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Pub Niska
Very nice service, rustic interior and good food.
Closes soon · 9 PM
The Old Great Square
Many homemade things to by and things made by local people.
Forum Kortteli
Big, full of different brands shops
Closed · Opens 6:45 AM Fri
Nerå
Very fresh and delicious food Excellent atmosphere Reasonable prices
Open · Closes 11 PM
Tintå
Fantastic food, beautiful outdoor area, and friendly staff.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Café Art
The coffee is perfect, and the staff are friendly.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Wiklund-keskus
Best premium level department store in Turku
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Rento
Very nice atmosphere, good selection of beers and great staff!
Open · Closes 3 AM
Shopping centre Länsi 1
Playground
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Viking Restaurant Harald
Brilliant food, truly charming decoration, remarkable service.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Forum Marinum - Maritime Centre
Worth the price for the ships exhibitions and guide.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Turku Art Museum
Beautiful big building, interesting exhibitions, coffee shop inside.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Ravintola Rioni
The food here was really fantastic and the service superb.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Ispoinen Beach
Pay €2.50 for changing rooms with showers, or change in free beach huts.
Open 24 hours
Walo Rooftop Bar
Great drinks, great atmosphere.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Michael's Church
Highly recommended for history and architecture enthusiasts.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Saaronniemen uimaranta
There is super huge free parking, trash cans, toilets , sauna .
Kakolanruusu
Excelent in every aspect: great food, professional service, top design.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Pharmacy Museum and Qwensel house
It is a beautiful museum to learn pharmacy and history of Turku.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Uusi Apteekki Pub
Nice old historic environment with great beer and drinks, no food.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Kylämäki Village
Worth a visit especially with little kids.
Restaurant Roster
Lovely surroundings, great food and service!
Open · Closes 10 PM
Aune
Excellent service, food and atmosphere.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Hunter's Inn
Huge beer selection, not overpriced, excellent atmosphere.
Open · Closes 1 AM
Fazer Café Aurakatu
Good breakfast sandwiches, smoothies, porridge, and coffee.
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Fri
Cafe Qwensel
Warm service Good pies Good coffee They offer English menus!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Restaurant Kaskis
Fantastic experience, exceptional service and food.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Restaurant Kuori
Cozy interior, friendly staff and amazing food.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Mami
The meal, service and atmosphere were outstanding!
Closes soon · 9:30 PM
E. Ekblom
Duck leg and trout was outstanding!
Open · Closes 10 PM
Komppeli
Tasty food options, quick and friendly service.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Restaurant Smör
Smör uses local seasonal ingredients and respects their natural flavours.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Gaggui Kaffela
Great coffee, delicious food, friendly service and a nice vibe!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Flowpark Turku
There's so much stuff to do that you're starting to get physically tired.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Sat
Whisky Bar
Great music, great staff and great community.
Open · Closes 2 AM
Pitstop
Small but cosy, very friendly staff and good wok and burgers.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Kansanpuisto beach
Kvarterskrogen Arvo
Amazing service, sexy cocktails, in a perfect atmosphere.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Coffee House Wiklund, Turku
Romantic quiet place, with delicious light food and drinks.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Burgaarina Turku
Delicious burgers, crispy fries and really friendly staff
Open · Closes 12 AM
Café Carré
Great coffee and a nice selection of cakes and pies.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Bar4
The bartender, Paul, provides excellent service.
Open · Closes 1 AM
Oobu
The crayfish with fennel and apple soup - outstanding!!!
Open · Closes 10 PM
Georgian Bistro
The food quality is excellent and reasonably priced.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Sibeliusmuseum
A worthwhile experience, but it needs a spot of curatorial TLC.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Posankka
A bit remote from center but you can get there by bus and return on roller.
Open 24 hours
Maaria Beach
Clean water and nice views
Open 24 hours
Ekvalla Beach
Nice, clean but very small beach
The Cow
Nice atmosphere to spend the evening with friends, good drinks
Open · Closes 2 AM
Ravintola Norsu
I recommend the tasty food and very reasonable prices.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Rica Bar
Fun staff and good atmosphere
Open · Closes 2 AM
Rebelle - Café Bakery Bistro
Good coffee and homemade pastries in a quiet, cozy spot.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Brinkkala Mansion
Pawon Lawu
Awesome place, authentic home cooking, wonderful staff.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Café Eino
Great coffee, amazing service and a vibrant atmosphere
Closed · Opens 6 AM Fri
Medieval Turku
Medieval Turku was really interesting place to visit hundreds of years ago.
Eatery Alex 1917
Had a delicious beef curry here, service was top-notch.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Vive
Incredible food, good wines, very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Brinkhall beach
Small lakeside beach
Old Mates Turku
Good selection of beers and i thought prices were reasonable for location.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Saaronniemi Beach / Saaronniemen uimaranta / Saroudds simstrand
There is super huge free parking, trash cans, toilets , sauna .
Open · Closes 10 PM
Rusko Beach
Smooth spot for swimming
Open 24 hours
Kaarle Knuutinpoika Beach
Picnics·Dogs allowed
Open 24 hours
KUI Design
Awesome local design store with a great range of products.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Ispoinen Beach And Winter Sauna (Sept-May)
Great and cheap public sauna with cold plunge in the sea, totally recommend!
Closed · Opens 3 PM Fri
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Turku
Turku serves as a charming port of call in Finland's scenic archipelago region, offering cruise passengers a taste of Nordic culture and history. While this intimate port welcomes just one cruise line—The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection—it provides access to some of Northern Europe's most compelling Baltic itineraries. Typical voyages span seven nights and connect Turku with neighboring ports including Stockholm, Tallinn, Helsinki, and the German coast, making it an ideal stop for those exploring the region's rich maritime heritage.
Stepping ashore in Turku, you'll discover a city steeped in Finnish tradition and medieval charm. The iconic Turku Castle, one of the Nordic region's most important historical landmarks, stands as a testament to centuries of Scandinavian heritage, while the picturesque riverside setting invites leisurely exploration. Peak season arrives in July, when summer weather and extended daylight hours make this an especially appealing time to experience Finland's unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
Stepping ashore in Turku, you'll discover a city steeped in Finnish tradition and medieval charm. The iconic Turku Castle, one of the Nordic region's most important historical landmarks, stands as a testament to centuries of Scandinavian heritage, while the picturesque riverside setting invites leisurely exploration. Peak season arrives in July, when summer weather and extended daylight hours make this an especially appealing time to experience Finland's unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
Cruise Lines at Turku
- Seabourn (8 cruises)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turku known for?
Turku is Finland's oldest city, known for Turku Cathedral, Turku Castle, and its archipelago.
How can I reach Turku from Helsinki?
By train or bus. A VR train takes about 1.5–2 hours from Helsinki to Turku.
What are must-see attractions in Turku?
Turku Cathedral (Tuomiokirkko), Turku Castle, Turku Archipelago, and Turku Art Museum.
When is the best time to visit Turku?
Summer (June–August) offers warm weather and events; mid-summer is especially lively.