Welcome to Turku and enjoy your stay!
Our port is located within walking distance of the city center and complimentary shuttle buses operate to the city centre and back at regular intervals. There is plenty to see and do in Turku, and thanks to the city’s compact size, you can manage a lot even in a short time!
Most of the city’s most important and popular destinations are located in the central area of Turku. The most famous sights in Turku are probably the medieval Turku Castle and Turku Cathedral, as well as the Luostarinmäki Craft Museum, which survived the Turku fire of 1827, and Aboa Vetus Ars Nova, which presents medieval and contemporary art.
Shopping moments in traditional shopping centers and department stores, as well as the charm of small boutiques, flea markets and shopping malls – the opportunities for shopping are versatile in Turku!
Let Visit Turku Archipelago entertain you with these special programmes, just for the visiting cruise crews.
Forum Marinum Maritime Centre
The Forum Marinum Maritime Centre is a lively and versatile centre for maritime activities, comprising a National specialist museum for Maritime History, and the Finnish Navy Museum. Located conveniently next to the port on the bank of the river Aura.
Crew members can visit the Forum Marinum Maritime Center at a discounted rate; you get a 15% discount on the entrance fee by presenting your ID card.
Turku Castle
Turku Castle has stood guard over the river Aura estuary since the 1280’s, and its passages, halls and chapels bear testament to the fascinating history of Turku, Finland, Sweden and the other Nordic countries. Currently the castle is operating as a museum and event venue, the permanent exhibition focusing on everyday life in the castle, its festivities, court and staff.
Crew members can visit the Turku Caste at a discounted rate; you get a 50% discount on the entrance fee by presenting your ID card.
The Seamen’s Mission
The Seamen’s Mission in Turku offers crew members free transportation from the quay to the mission on visiting days of cruise liners. The services of the Seamen’s Mission include e.g., a sauna, cafeteria and billiards. A field for ball games and a jogging track can be found nearby.