Southwest Finland Travel Guide

Finland

A historic church with a clock tower, surrounded by autumn trees and a cobblestone path.
A historic stone building with a tower, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A historic church with a tall tower and a clock.
A waterfront with a clock tower, boats, and a pier with buildings.
A narrow street flanked by traditional wooden houses with red and white facades, leading to a building with a red balcony.

Popular cities in Southwest Finland

A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a river.
Turku
Known for Shopping, Business and Museums
Experience the museums, cathedral and theatre in Turku!

Reasons to visit

  • Turku Castle
  • Turku Cathedral
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A marina with boats docked, a clock tower, and a building with a yellow facade.
Naantali
Known for Spas, Theme parks and Islands
Naantali is an ideal holiday destination for the whole family, whose old town offers a peaceful stroll with the popular Moomin World near the centre.
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A rocky shoreline with a small red cabin, dense forest, and a clear blue sky.
Pargas
Known for Boating, Canoeing and Churches
Pargas is an archipelago community. Breathe in the archipelago air by the open sea and you will feel refreshed and free.
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A river flowing through a lush green valley with dense forests on one side and rolling hills on the other.
Salo
Known for Ruins, Festivals and Nature
Located in the heart of Southwest Finland, Salo is a good place to admire Finnish rural landscapes and learn about the history of the electronics industry.
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An interior with wooden pews, a high arched ceiling with star patterns, and a central altar with a chandelier.
Uusikaupunki
Known for Family-friendly, Museums and Business
See sunken shipwrecks and playful seals on a cruise to the archipelago, or explore the industrial history of the city in the Automobile Museum.
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A water tower in a forested area with a sunset sky.
Raisio
Known for Shopping
Check out the local area in Raisio as you venture to sights like Mylly Shopping Centre.
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Stay near popular Southwest Finland attractions

Turku Castle

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You can learn about the history of Turku with a stop at Turku Castle. Discover the area's museums and shops.
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