Central Naantali

A cobblestone street in Naantali's Old Town, lined with pastel-coloured wooden buildings. — Photo: Visit Naantali

Less than half an hour from Turku lies the charming Naantali. Founded in 1443 as a Bridgettine convent, Naantali is one of the oldest cities in Finland. The church is the only building that remains of the convent and it has become a must-see attraction over the years. But the truth is, Naantali is filled with must-see attractions. From the colourful Old Town and bustling harbour to the enchanting Moominworld and inspiring galleries, the city pulses with life. There is also no shortage of cafés, restaurants, or accommodation here with luxurious holiday resorts, cosy bed and breakfasts, and everything in between. Naantali is easily reached by ferry or bus, straight from Turku.

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Get here

By bus: You can get to Naantali from Turku on board Föli Bus #6 and #7. Routes and timetables can be found on the Föli website. You can also take a coach if you’re coming from cities like Helsinki or Tampere. There are several coaches that arrive daily, and detailed timetables can be found on the Matkahuolto website.

By car: It’s easy to get to Naantali along the expressway. It’s about a 20-minute drive from Turku and around two hours from Helsinki.

By bike: There are two different routes that will take you to Naantali from Turku; one will take you along the expressway and the other through Raisio. The journey through Raisio is about 17 kilometres long.

By sea: You can get to Naantali easily and quickly aboard the nostalgic S/S Ukkopekka. Pick up your tickets from the Kiss My Turku online shop. You can also grab some lunch or snacks while on board. If you’re travelling from Sweden or Åland by car, you can take the Finnlines ferry, straight to Naantali harbour. It’s around nine hours from Sweden, and five from Åland.