Adventure tips for the Turku Archipelago

The mouth of the River Aura is the start of the 40,000 islands of Turku’s archipelago, which the locals claim to be the most beautiful in the world. Head there for a little day trip or try kayaking. Let the adventure begin!

11 hours Around the Archipelago Sea

Canoeing might be a lovely way to explore the most beautiful archipelago in the world but nothing quite beats the graceful perspective you get from the majestic cruise ships –the possibilities on board abound (and you can even make the trip in heels)!

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Tips for Naantali x 5

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The fab four and the fairytale Silja ship adventure

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Exquisite Åland x 7

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On the water in Turku x 4

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See and feel a different perspective from a kayak

There are wilderness trips then there are wilderness trips in a kayaking. People come from all over the world to marvel at Turku’s archipelago. One of the best ways to be amazed is floating through the landscapes in a canoe.

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Viking Line Entertainment x 4

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"People from Turku have to diss every other city in Finland just to make themselves feel better."

- Pave

Eight handpicked favourites from the archipelago

Turku has the largest number of islands of any archapelago in the world, but don’t panic, we have eight great locations to get you started.

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Experience Kasnäs x 3

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The Finnish Archipelago – the most numerous in the world

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The summer’s most delightful food-tour idea: Turku–Åland

This summer, get to know turku and Åland’s flourishing food culture – as well as eating well aboard the Viking Line cruise from Turku to Mariehamn. Our local guide accompanying us on the journey is food envoy Micke Björklund.

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Kustavi & Taivassalo x 5

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To Ruissalo Spa With Toddler in Tow

For families with toddlers, check out this child-friendly travel destination a suitable driving distance from the city. We took some quality time by the sea, in pristine nature, with city services and urban activities close at hand. We packed up our three-person family into a car and set off to Turku’s Ruissalo.

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