Aura River
Aurajoki
Both banks of the Aura River, which runs through the city, are the heart of Turku. Boat restaurants, cafés, and promenades link the main sights.
The Aura River flows through the city center to the harbor. Tree-lined paths on both banks connect the cathedral, the market square, the museums, and Turku Castle, making them ideal for walking or cycling. In summer, many old boats converted into restaurants and bars are moored on the river, and sitting on a riverside terrace in the evening is the local way of life. The river has several bridges and the free Föri ferry. You can also take a sightseeing boat downstream to the harbor or to Naantali.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Pharmacy Museum & Qwensel House
- Turku Market Hall
- Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova
- Turku Market Square
- Old Great Square
- Luostarinmäki Handicrafts Museum
- Sibelius Museum
- Turku Cathedral