Turku Tastes – The Ultimate Foodie Retreat

Saaristo Multiday Packages

Restaurant terraces along the Aura river.
Duration
3 days
Availability
Year round
Route
Sokos Hotel Seurahuone, Market hall: Herkkunuotta and MBakery, Restaurant Kakolanruusu, Restaurant Nobi
Target group
Foodie, Culture traveller

Get ready to embark on a journey through the heart of Finland's old capital, where rich history meets the vibrant world of gourmet delights. This culinary experience offers you local tastes with a twist. Each place visited tells you their story with food, which is pure, local and takes you back to the roots; Nordic cuisine Turku style. At the same time, you experience the local way of living and learn about the history of the city. Enjoy the beautiful city scape while getting to know the local food scene. This culinary journey takes you through the Market Hall of Turku. This beautiful architectural setting offers a possibility to meet the locals while tasting Turku’s delicacies salt and sweet. On this journey you will experience two dinners that showcase Turku's food culture; Restaurants Kakolanruusu and Nobi. You will enjoy amazing flavors, and you will understand why Turku is the culinary capital of Finland. Our "Turku Foodie's Delight" package is a three-day, two-night culinary experience that invites you to savor the gastronomic treasures of Turku and the archipelago area.

Itinerary

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Day 1:

A Culinary Welcome

  • Explore Turku’s charming streets, visit a local brewery, or enjoy a drink on the iconic riverboats.
  • In the evening, indulge in Nobi Restaurant, where tradition meets innovation.
  • Stay overnight at boutique Hotel Seurahuone in the city center.
People inside the market hall.

Day 2:

Market Hall & Gastronomic Delights

  • Start with breakfast at Seurahuone before heading to Turku Market Hall for a taste of local specialties like pike mousse on archipelago bread and the famous Piispanmunkki doughnut.
  • Spend the afternoon exploring Turku’s vibrant city center, boutiques, and museums.
  • For dinner, take the funicular up Kakola Hill and enjoy a flavorful dining experience at Kakolan Ruusu, known for its creative use of local ingredients.
Turku Market Square.

Day 3:

Farewell with a Taste of Turku

  • After breakfast, take a final stroll through the city, visit the markets, and pick up local delicacies at Market place to bring a taste of Turku home.
  • This journey offers a perfect blend of history, urban charm, and unforgettable flavors.

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