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Donated to the University of Turku in 1956, the Lieto Vanhalinna Manor is a culturally and historically valuable body of buildings that has since evolved into a versatile centre offering culture, museums and seminar facilities.

This recently renovated administrative building dates back to 1967. It is a prime example of the architecture of its time. The Aitiopaikka banquet hall contains the building’s original protected stone wall. Situated on the Aura River, next to the Turku City Theatre, the large terrace provides a view of the river and the Independence Square.

Brimming with history, Duke John’s Cellar is located in the Castle bailey. Built in the 16th century, it has served many functions over the centuries, for instance as a governor’s formal residence. The banquet facilities include the pleasant Leivintupa and the larger vaulted Holvisali hall, which hosts festive dinners.

Welcoming and cozy Scandic Atrium is located in central Turku, near the green banks of the River Aura and the Turku VPK House renowned for its grand banquets and gala dinners.

Scandic Julia is located by the Aura River, in the middle of the oldest and culturally most significant part of Turku. The university area is within walking distance, as are the Turku Cathedral and the market square.

Hotel Seaport operates in a an old trading house built for Turku merchants in early 1900s, located next to the Turku Passenger Harbour terminals.

Café Pegasus operates in the Aboa Vetus and Arts Nova museum’s unique facilities in the heart of medieval Turku, surrounded by modern art.

This enchanting meeting resort in Rymättylä is built around an old fishing farmhouse with a glimpse of humour and respect to true values. The large estate contains five saunas, four smoke saunas, of which one is an underground smoke sauna, a reed bed spa and lodgings available even in a huge birdhouse up in a tree. The famous local island archipelago style buffet includes fish straight from the smokehouse.

Paradise Island is located in Rymättylä, a short sea trip from the main island. The island provides a stylish, modern three villa complex with meeting facilities, saunas and warm tubs.

This hostel operates in the historical Tuorla manor area, in connection with the Tuorla agricultural college. The old farm steward’s house includes a restaurant and a charming small shop. The peaceful estate also includes the University of Turku Astronomy Department’s observatory and planetarium and excellent outdoor areas.

One of Turku’s finest hotels is also one of the most popular congress venues in the city. The adaptable and versatile second floor meeting facilities can host several hundred guests. The stylish and spacious first floor lobby area is suitable for small gatherings and receptions. The scenic windows of the stylish lobby areas and the banquet floor at Marina Palace display an unrestricted wall-length view of the Aura River, which provides a spectacular view when lit in winter as well as on a summer’s evening.