Scenic spot introduction:
The Finnish city of Turku (Turku) is the oldest city in Finland. Because it was first established and ruled by the Swedes, it is also called "Åbo". Since the 14th century, this has been Finland's most important position, with commerce, culture, industry, foreign trade, etc. all occupying a decisive position. Ancient castles and churches that have survived for centuries, as well as museums that fully demonstrate the charm of Turku, are enough to delight visitors and give them a unique sense of the city.Attractions distribution:
Turku is located on the southwestern coast of Finland and is the fifth largest city in Finland. The ancient urban area has three major scenic spots: Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and the Handicraft Museum. In addition, there is also the important Market Square and the famous comprehensive complex. The University of Turku, a multidisciplinary university, a museum interpreting local shipbuilding and maritime affairs, etc. The extremely luxurious Silja Line is a must-board ship for tourists, and it can also travel to other coastal cities.Scenic spot features:
Religion, museums, universities, celebrities, monumentsTravel Notes of Travellers:
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travelling guideline:
1. The Market Square is a must-see for foreign tourists. What attracts them most is the stalls filled with various handicrafts.
2. Handicraft Museum: Every summer, the museum hires some amateur craftsmen to perform traditional handicrafts in various workshops. The women imitated the attire of local people in the 19th century, wearing frilly white hats and old-fashioned coarse cloth dresses. They performed various weaving performances while explaining.
3. In spring and summer, the Sibelius Museum holds popular concerts every Wednesday night, called "PopularWednesday".
4. If the weather is good, tourists are strongly recommended to walk along the river from the city center to the port. The scenery is extremely beautiful, and you can also appreciate the world's largest sailboat and various small yachts docked on the shore.
5. Main attraction information:
Maritime Museum: http://www.forum-marinum.fi/, +358 2 267 9511.
Handicraft Museum: http://www.turku.fi/public/default.aspx?nodeid=4550&culture=en-us&contentlan=2, +358 2 330 000.
Turku Castle: http://www.turunlinna.fi/, +358 2 2620300.
Silja Cruise: http://www.tallinksilja.com/.
Tour route:
Market Square → Turku Cathedral → Handicraft Museum → Port → Turku Castle
Best time to visit:
June-October
Shopping recommendations:
(Shopping) Handicrafts, Finnish knives, hand-carved birch cups, Sami dolls, Finnish design products.
(Gourmet food) Salmon and other fresh fish, wild berries, and reindeer meat.
Scenic spot location:
Europe>Finland
How to get there:
The drive from Helsinki to Turku takes about 2 hours, and buses and trains run between the two places.
Train: 1 hour 49 minutes - 1 hour 57 minutes; one-way ticket 20.2-26.8 euros; 10 to 11 trains run between Helsinki and Turku every day.
Bus: 2 hours and 15 minutes - 2 hours and 35 minutes; one-way ticket 27.5 euros; 40 to 45 buses run from Helsinki to Turku every day.
Airplane: Turku Airport
Self-driving: E18 Highway, 2 hours' drive.
Scenic area map:
3D real scene of scenic spot
Turku ticket prices:
Handicraft Museum: 6 euros for adults, 4 euros for children, free for children under 7 years old; family ticket 15.50 euros.
Maritime Museum: 8 euros for adults, 5 euros for 7-15 years old, free for children under 7 years old.
Turku Castle: 8 euros for adults, 4.5 euros for 7-17 years old and students, free for 7 years and under; family ticket (2 adults and 2-4 children) 17.5 euros.
Turku Cathedral: The church is free; the museum is 2 euros for adults, 1 euro for 7-17 years old, city citizens and students.
Scenic area opening hours:
Handicraft Museum: 10-16 o'clock in winter, 10-18 o'clock in summer.
Maritime Museum: October 1 to April 30, Tuesday to Sunday, 11-18 o'clock, April 30, 11-15 o'clock; summer, May 1 to October 30, every day 11-18 19 o'clock.
Turku Castle: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00; March 28, June 20, December 5, 10:00-15:00.
Turku Cathedral: 9:00-19:00 every day from September 16th to April 30th, 9:00-20:00 every day from May 1st to September 15th.
