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Dance pavilion by the sea (sort of), with traditions from the 1930s. Restaurant: buffet, meals or drinks, snacks etc.
Dances mid May–August Sun 18:00–22:00/23:00, Midsummer Fri 20:00–01:00; dance courses Mon 17:30–19:30 (beginners) 19:30–22:30 (advanced); restaurant Sun 14:00–20:00 (last hour only snacks, drinks etc.; brunch 14:00–17:00), open also during some other events·Dance €20, cloakroom €2; brunch €19, meals €16
Taidekappeli
Wooden chapel with art exhibitions. Built 2004–2005.
Tue–Fri 11:00–15:00 (May–Aug 11:00–16:00), Thu 11:00–18:30, Sat Sun 12:00–15:00, except during private events·€3, guided tours €5
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Turun avantouimarit
Sauna, ice swimming and club room. Members are happy to help newcomers.
Mon 15:00–19:45, Wed 15:00–20:45, Fri–Sat 15:00–19:45, Sun 15:00–20:45·Non-member single ticket: adults €5.20, children under 16 €1.50, accompanied children under 7 free
Turun linna
Turku castle is one of Finland's most popular tourist attractions. The castle, which at times housed Swedish royalty, is the largest castle in Finland, and dates back to end of the 13th century. In addition to telling about the castle and its history, the castle functions as the general historic museum of the region. There are two loops, one around the old (Medieval and 16th century) part, one around the new part. Some of the rooms have been renovated to the style of different periods in the castle's history, although with scarce furniture, some are pure exhibitions. A room redesigned as church in the 19th century still functions as such. Tours of the castle are given hourly in English during high season (check!) and they give a good account of its history. There are also a children's workshop and children's tours. Private tours can be arranged even in off hours, book well in advance. There are many steep and narrow staircases in the old part and there are few shortcuts, check if that might be an issue.
Tue-Sun 10:00–17:00·€16, students etc. €8, children (7–15) €7, family (2 adults, up to 4 children) €39, students of the field and museum staff (ICOM) free; public guided tour €3, private tours €70–300