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Sunset

Turku Sunset: Littoisten Dances

Grab a late afternoon snack near the lake, catch the golden light at the beach, and end the night with a waltz.

Best time: 15 JulAbout 210 min

Timeline

  1. 20:27

    Nummis Kebab & Pizzeria

    Pick up a kebab or pizza from Nummis Kebab & Pizzeria to eat by the water.

  2. 21:12

    Littoisten lava

    Walk down to Littoisten lava. The dance pavilion opens at 18:00, giving you time to browse or rest before the evening begins.

  3. 21:27

    Littoisten lava

    Join the 1½-hour dance course. It is included in the entry price and prepares you for the social dancing that follows.

  4. 22:12

    Littoisten lava

    Step outside onto the Littoistenjärvi beach area. The sun sets toward the NW at 22:42, casting long, golden shadows across the water.

  5. 22:42

    Littoisten lava

    Head back inside for the waltzes. The music starts at 19:30 and continues until 23:00.

Local tip

Take line 2 from Kauppatori to its end, then transfer to line 600 or 601 and get off at Ukonkatu/Akankatu. For the return trip, line 600 passes Akankatu at 23:20 and 23:50.

Check before you go

  • Littoisten lava is open Thu 18:00–23:00 from 8 May to 11 Sep 2025.
  • Dances are €20 for adults; courses are €15.
  • Nummis Kebab & Pizzeria is open until 22:00 daily.

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