Turku Audio Tour: Faith, Fables, and City Life Unveiled
Self-guided audio tour of Turku. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
Location
Turku Orthodox Church
Turku Orthodox Church 19 Yliopistonkatu 20100 Turku FinlandGood to know
Highlights
- In person
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About this event
Embark on the Turku Audio Tour: Faith, Fables, and City Life Unveiled
Beneath the lively buzz of Turku Market Square is a city steeped in secrets. Ancient power struggles, lost treasures, and whispered scandals have all shaped these streets.
With this self-guided audio tour, explore Turku’s heart at your own pace. Uncover the stories hiding in every corner—hidden corners of the Turku City Library, the grandeur of the Main Library, and vibrant local haunts—so you see what most tourists miss.
Which controversial speech nearly erupted into chaos on this very square? Why does a forgotten book tucked away in the library still inspire rumors among the city’s scholars? Who left cryptic carvings behind in a place every local walks past?
Wind through bustling squares and quiet corridors, where every step reveals a new layer of history and intrigue. Discover the pulse of Turku as political drama and personal secrets come alive in vivid detail.
Begin the tour and dig beneath the surface—Turku’s hidden stories are waiting.
🗺️ Tour Details
- Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes
- Distance: Around 2.7 km (1.7 miles)
- Audio Content: up to 38min
- Meeting Point: Start at Turku Orthodox Church, only a 11 minute walk from Rautatieasema Subway Station
- Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Kinopalatsi (Turku), Sokos Wiklund, Sokos Hotel Hamburger Börs
Experience the charm of Turku like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.
🎒 What's Included
- Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Turku's history to life
- Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
- Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
- Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
ℹ️ Important Info
- This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
- You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
- You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
- The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
- Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
📲 Getting Started is Easy!
Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Turku on your terms. It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.
👥 Who's It For?
Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.
🎧 What is AllTours?
AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!
With AllTours, you'll experience:
- Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
- Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
- Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
- Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
- Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.
📍 Tour Stops
You will visit the following locations:
- ⛪ Turku Orthodox Church (3min)
- 📚 Turku City Library (4min)
- 🕍 Turku Synagogue (4min)
- 📍 Yliopistonkatu (Turku) (4min)
- 🌳 Turku Market Square (4min)
- 📍 Sokos Wiklund (2min)
- 🏰 Sokos Hotel Hamburger Börs (4min)
- 📚 Turku City Library Main Library (2min)
- 📍 Vähätori (4min)
- 📍 Julin's plot (2min)
- 📍 Kiinteistö Oy Turun Lintula (3min)
- 📍 Lönnrotinpuisto (4min)
- 🎵 Turku Concert Hall (4min)
- 📍 Puutori (2min)
- 📍 Kinopalatsi (Turku) (3min)
Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.
🌍 Available Languages
Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:
🇬🇧 English • 🇫🇷 French • 🇪🇸 Spanish • 🇩🇪 German • 🇮🇹 Italian • 🇵🇹 Portuguese • 🇷🇺 Russian • 🇯🇵 Japanese • 🇨🇳 Chinese • 🇳🇱 Dutch • 🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil) • 🇸🇦 Arabic • 🇰🇷 Korean • 🇸🇪 Swedish • 🇩🇰 Danish • 🇫🇮 Finnish • 🇵🇱 Polish • 🇨🇿 Czech • 🇭🇺 Hungarian • 🇬🇷 Greek • 🇹🇷 Turkish • 🇮🇳 Hindi • 🇦🇱 Albanian • 🇪🇹 Amharic • 🇦🇲 Armenian • 🇧🇩 Bengali • 🇧🇦 Bosnian • 🇧🇬 Bulgarian • 🇲🇲 Burmese • 🇪🇸 Catalan • 🇭🇷 Croatian • 🇪🇪 Estonian • 🇬🇪 Georgian • 🇮🇳 Gujarati • 🇮🇸 Icelandic • 🇮🇩 Indonesian • 🇮🇳 Kannada • 🇰🇿 Kazakh • 🇱🇻 Latvian • 🇱🇹 Lithuanian • 🇲🇰 Macedonian • 🇲🇾 Malay • 🇮🇳 Malayalam • 🇮🇳 Marathi • 🇲🇳 Mongolian • 🇳🇴 Norwegian • 🇮🇷 Persian • 🇮🇳 Punjabi • 🇷🇴 Romanian • 🇷🇸 Serbian • 🇸🇰 Slovak • 🇸🇮 Slovenian • 🇸🇴 Somali • 🇰🇪 Swahili • 🇵🇭 Tagalog • 🇮🇳 Tamil • 🇮🇳 Telugu • 🇹🇭 Thai • 🇺🇦 Ukrainian • 🇵🇰 Urdu • 🇻🇳 Vietnamese
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