Where to go
Finland
Things to do in Turku
Turku, a city on the southwest coast of Finland straddles the Aura River. Dating from the 13th century, it's known for Turku Castle a medieval fortress with a history museum, perched at the river mouth. Restaurants line the cobbled riverside streets. On the eastern bank lies the Old Great Square, a former trade hub surrounded by grand buildings. The nearby Turku Cathedral houses a royal tomb and a museum.