Port Arthur Travel Guide
Turku
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Popular places to visit
Turku Castle
You can learn about the history of Turku with a stop at Turku Castle. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Turku Cathedral
Turku Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Turku, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and shops.
Mikaelinkirkko
Find out about the history of Turku when you take a trip to Mikaelinkirkko. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Port of Turku
Explore the waterfront in Turku with a trip to Port of Turku. Discover the area's museums and shops.
University of Turku
Walk around the campus at University of Turku during your visit to Turku. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Turku Market Square
During your visit to Turku, you can do some window-shopping at Turku Market Square. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Port Arthur
Hotel Kakola
"Lovely helpful staff in a very characterful building! Note that the spa is a short walk away, with an €25 charge. Would highly recommend."
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Forenom Serviced Apartments Turku Kakolanmäki
"We were almost mauled by a Belgian Malinois that was let loose on our level we were staying at. Messaged the property, however no response or acknowledgement of message/email. A very scary situation for tourists considering no pets are allowed on the property."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Scandic Hamburger Börs
Bob W Turku City Centre
"Clean and spacious with a delicious breakfast and great location"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Holiday Club Turun Caribia
"This is VERY child friendly, so if you are looking for peace and quiet, this is not for you. That being said, the rooms were quite soundproof unlike in the U.S. The staff was friendly, the breakfast spread was large, and the location was good."
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Turku
"Nice hotel 10 minutes walk from the station Every thing in town was a nice comfortable walk Great bars and restaurants all well priced and plenty of choice A nice walk to the castle was fab to"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Port Arthur
Iso-Heikkilä
While Iso-Heikkilä may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Turku and Turku Castle.
City Center
If you're spending some time in City Center, Paavo Nurmi Stadium and Vartiovuori Observatory are top sights worth seeing.
Pohjola
When in Pohjola, you can plan a visit to Turku Market Square and Vartiovuori Observatory, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Turku Harbour
While visiting Turku Harbour, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Turku and Tallink Silja Terminal.
Kupittaa
While Kupittaa isn't home to many top sights, Vartiovuori Observatory and Aboa Vetus and Ars Nova are some notable places to visit nearby.
Raunistula
Though Raunistula may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ett Hem Museum and Sibelius Museum.
