Turku is the fifth largest city in Finland and has a wealth of history associated with it. Dating back to the 13th century, this is a truly mediaeval city by foundation and has played an important part in the history of Finland. Becoming more and more popular with tourists over recent years, Turku holiday apartments are now easy to find.

Despite not being the capital of the country, Turku is officially the oldest city in Finland, and is still hugely important when it comes to culture and the economy. Indeed, such is the culture found within the city walls that Turku is the current joint European Capital of Culture (2011). Despite the age of the city, modern accommodation such as serviced apartments in Turku are appearing more and more commonly.

Being located in northern Europe, Turku is not known for its hot weather. With average temperatures being below freezing for six months of the year, it is really only the months of June, July and August when you are in any danger of getting a tan. But of course hot weather is not everything, which is why many would choose to stay in a holiday rental in Turku rather than a high-rise in Benidorm!

Over 300,000 people populate Turku and the surrounding region with many residents also speaking Swedish as a first language. This is due to the city's close proximity to Stockholm - just across the Baltic Sea. The ferry between the two cities carries over 3 million people a year and this is certainly worth the trip when staying in Turku. The ferry port is not too far away from Turku city centre (center) apartments, just a taxi or metro ride away.

The Old Great Square of the city is often the location of the markets and cultural events and the Mediaeval Market of Turku is held here every year in July. Turku is also the official ‘Christmas City of Finland’, and plays a large part in these festivities also. For classical music lovers, book a Turku apartment rental and enjoy the continuous music festival, constantly being held in the city.

Sports also play a big part in this city with two football teams playing in the top flight and also a successful ice hockey team based here. If you are tired of looking around the historic and cultural sights of the city, try leaving your Turku holiday apartment and attending a football match or ice hockey game for the afternoon, for something a little different.

Serviced and self-catered apartments, flats, holiday lets and aparthotels can be up to 30% cheaper than most equivalent hotel rooms and are becoming increasingly popular due to the freedom they offer. Whether it’s a short stay apartment you are looking for or a long term apartment, our holiday apartments combine all the amenities and comforts of home.  With plenty of room why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can stay in spacious surroundings in and around Turku city center.

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