As a medieval city rich with history, Turku is an ideal stop off for yachting guests visiting Finland. As Finland’s most important Scandinavian traffic port and distribution centre, the Port of Turku spans a wide area on the southern coastline of the city of Turku.

Before mooring in Turku, visiting yachts will travel through the unique Scandinavian archipelago (made up of hundreds and thousands of islands), before arriving in the Aura River that takes guests into the heart of the city.

With a variety of high-class restaurants and a range of popular sites such as Turku castle and other riverside attractions, Turku can be enjoyed all year round. Offering summer events every year, in 2024 Turku is set to host the Tall Ships Race for the sixth time. The island of Ruissalo is only a few minutes boat ride away from the city centre and offers peace and tranquillity for guests looking to enjoy the Autumn colours and beautiful nature.

Yacht owners and guests have several options when it comes to enjoying Turku. Yachts equipped with Jet Skis can explore the surrounding areas and helicopters are permitted to land beside Turku Castle if needed.

Services and attractions for visiting yachts in Turku

The Port of Turku boasts a variety of services and attractions for visiting yachts to take advantage of, including:

• Excursions and culture trips
• Accommodation
• Restaurants and fine dining
• Riverside sites and attractions
• Boat trips
• Relaxing city breaks
• Turku Castle
• Museum ships – Suomen Joutsen and Bore
• Maritime Centre Forum Marinum
• Aura River (begins the archipelago of 40,000 islands)
• Beaches
• Monastery hill
• Turku cathedral
• Aboa Vetus Ars Nova (archaeological museum)
• Turku art museum

For a trusted Scandinavian port and excellent tourist attractions, contact Port of Turku today!