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Step into the living history of Finland with an exclusive private journey to Turku, the nation’s medieval capital and oldest city. Beyond the modern rush of Helsinki lies a realm of cobblestone squares and towering legends waiting to be rediscovered. Your expedition begins at the monumental Turku Cathedral, the mother of all Finnish churches, before winding through the atmospheric Old Great Square. Experience the city’s pulse along the Aura River, where historic riverboats dock against a backdrop of 19th-century architecture and the avant-garde lines of the modern library. We’ll delve into the local soul at the vintage Market Hall and trace the water’s edge to the formidable stone walls of the majestic Turku Castle. This isn't a rigid itinerary; it’s a seamless, curated immersion into the true Finnish spirit, navigated in the quiet luxury of a private vehicle with a personal guide who brings the North’s oldest stories to life at your own pace.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up from any location in Helsinki
Itinerary
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1Turku Cathedral
Turku Cathedral, situated on the hillock of Unikankare, is Finland’s National Sanctuary. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary and Finland’s first bishop, St Henry, the church was consecrated in 1300. The Turku Cathedral is considered to be Finland’s most valuable historical monument.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
2Turku Castle
Turku Castle is already over 700 years old and one of Turku's premier attractions, located at the mouth of Aura River. In many exhibitions, style interiors and special occasions, the castle's eventful history and times are presented. A defensive bastion, a majestic court, a prison, an administrative center, a storehouse – the role of the castle has varied throughout the ages, but it is certain that many dramatic events have taken place here.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
3Turku
City sightseeing
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Turku Medieval Market
Old Market Turku
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Turku University Botanical Garden
optional
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6Turku Market Square
main square of Turku
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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