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    Turku

    • 👥 Population (municipality): 206 420 (31.03.2025)
    • 🏛️ Founded: — Founded by an unknown founder, Pope Gregory IX mentioned in his letter the transfer of the bishop's residence there.
    • 🗣️ Name origin: Swedish Turku This Finnish name comes from a word meaning a trading place. The Swedish name for the city means "living by the river".
    • 📏 Area: 306,36 km² (land incl. inland waters 249,13 km²; sea 57,24 km²)
    • ⛰️ Elevation: 0–20 m a.s.l.
    • ⏰ Time zone: EET (UTC +2, DST EEST +3)
    • 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Demonym: Turkuan / turkulainen / åbo
    • 💰 Currency: Euro (EUR)

    Answers to frequently asked questions

    ❓ How do I get from Turku Airport to the city center?

    👉 Take Föli bus line 1, which connects the airport and central Turku.

    ❓ What is Föli and how does public transport work in Turku?

    👉 Föli is the regional transit system, and tickets work across the whole Föli area on buses (and water buses too).

    ❓ Can I pay for Turku buses with contactless card payment?

    👉 Yes—contactless is supported, and a single ticket is valid for 2 hours.

    ❓ How long is a single ticket valid in Turku?

    👉 A single ticket is valid for 2 hours, including transfers within that time.

    ❓ What are the top “must-see” sights in Turku for first-timers?

    👉 Turku Castle and Turku Cathedral are the classic starting points for the city’s history.

    ❓ Is Turku Cathedral free to enter?

    👉 Yes, entry is free, but access can be restricted during services or events.

    ❓ When is Turku Castle open and what does it cost?

    👉 It’s typically open Tue–Sun, with adult tickets at €18 (children 7–15 at €8).

    ❓ What’s the easiest way to “see Turku” in one day?

    👉 Walk the Aura River from the Cathedral to the Castle, stopping at riverside cafés along the way.

    ❓ What are easy day trips from Turku without a car?

    👉 Naantali and the Turku archipelago are popular picks, especially in summer when connections are frequent.

    ❓ Where should I stay in Turku for a short 1–2 night visit?

    👉 Stay in central Turku near the Aura River for easy walking and strong Föli connections.