Medieval Turku: Castle & Old Town Guided Tour from Helsinki

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience Finland’s oldest city on a relaxed, fully guided day trip from Helsinki. Step inside Turku Castle, the magnificent Turku Cathedral, the beautiful Orthodox Church, and the lively Market Square (Kauppatori), where your guide will share the stories and history that bring these landmarks to life.

Along the way, we’ll walk by the historic Market Hall, enjoy the atmosphere of riverside cafés and restaurants along the Aura River, pass through the vibrant Ars Nova Museum and soak up the charm of the Old Great Square. You’ll have time to take in the city’s atmosphere, snap photos, or pause for local treats as we explore.

It’s the perfect blend of discovery and relaxation—seamless, enriching, and full of unforgettable moments in Turku.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Finland’s weather can change quickly, so we suggest packing a light jacket and umbrella in Summer. In Winter, temperatures may drop to -25°C, so warm coats, scarves, hats, and gloves are a must. We also recommend travel insurance for a worry-free trip.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Castle's entrance fee

Guia Turistico habla Español

Luostarinmäki Open Museum entrance fee

English-speaking local guide

Round-trip bus tickets

Food and drinks

Any personal expenses

What To Expect

Kamppi Shopping Centre

Kamppi Shopping Centre is a vibrant hub combining a modern underground bus terminal and a metro station beneath its main building, alongside a large shopping mall. This dynamic development has transformed the area into a lively, prosperous destination. Your tour will begin in front of R Kioski on the E-level, close by the Shopping centre main entrance, where you’ll meet your guide.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Turku

You’ll travel to Porvoo by intercity bus from Helsinki—a comfortable journey of about 2 hours. Enjoy the scenic Finnish countryside from your window along the way.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

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Medieval Turku: Castle & Old Town Guided Tour from Helsinki

Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Turku city!
darrylsF8305WL,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Turku city tour was brilliant! Our guide was so friendly and really knew their stuff, which made all the history easy to follow and proper interesting. We got to see the stunning castle, the quaint old town, and lovely river views—all in one day with no bother at all. The pace was just right, and the guide made sure everyone felt welcome and enjoyed themselves. If you’re visiting Helsinki, this tour is a must!
Turku!
angelapB6962ZT,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Visiting Luostarinmäki was like making a time trip there for the 19th century with those authentic wooden houses that escaped from the fierce fire of Turku in 1827. Walking through the stone streets is feeling the day-to-day of the artisans more than 200 years ago, right in their vibe. Turku Castle is another footprint, a giant medieval castle, full of stories of battles, kings and defense of the city. The two places together give a massive and super cool panorama of Turku's past that you can't miss.
Turku was Great!
L7803TXsamuelc,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Turku castle was a marvelous place to visit with a lot cultural heritage. We were very pleased with this tour. Sergio was a nice company. Totally recommended!
Kiss my Turku!
952maeved,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Turku is a beautiful mix of history and modern life, with its castle, cathedral, and lively Aura riverside making it a perfect city to explore on foot.
Best tour with tour guide who goes above and beyond! 10/10
kelseyo326,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were blown away by the history and fun of this tour! Our guide had us take a very nice bus with tvs and outlets and very comfortable seats so the 2 hour bus ride flew by, we went to the castle and had an amazing experience. We were able to dress up in armor and time period outfits and take pictures and it was a blast! We then took a tour through the castle with a tour guide that worked there and learned every aspect of history throughout the years for it. We walked to a cathedral, market square, and saw so much of Turku. Sergio was amazing with providing all of the history and explaining everything we were seeing and answering our questions. He went above and beyond to have us see every part of Turku and walk us to as many places as we could before riding the bus back. He was so personable and friendly and we loved having him as a tour guide!! Would recommend this tour and guide to everyone.
Day trip to Turku, former capital of Finland
anitacZ3262NU,
Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow! Wouldn't have expected this possibility to do a day trip from Helsinki to Turku. But it was great! Turku is a very beautiful town and we saw and heard lots of nice and interesting details from the history. But the best thing was our super friendly guide, Sergio! 🤩