Naantali

Naantali is a peaceful seaside town that offers well-being treatments and culinary experiences all year round, in addition to the town’s bustling activity during the summer. The Boat Exhibition in May offers maritime culture, with the Naantali Music Festival kicking off the summer and the Moomins waking up at the start of June.

Children particularly love Naantali, with Moominworld and Väski Adventure Island guaranteed favourites.

STEAM TO THE CENTRE OF A LIVING IDYLL
In summer, visitors can sail to Naantali and admire the wonderful archipelago views whilst aboard the Steamship S/S Ukkopekka. From the pier you can see many of the famous sights of Naantali: the Guest Harbour, the medieval Convent Church and the wooden houses of the Old Town. Close by is the Finnish President’s summer residence Kultaranta, offering guided tours of the garden during summer.

For those arriving without a car the guided tours are particularly suitable, taking in the Kultaranta as well as the Old Town.

THE ARCHIPELAGO WITHOUT A BOAT
Archipelago life is in harmony with nature and the seasonal changes, bringing peace and pleasure to all who wander through it’s beauty.

Connecting ferries on the Archipelago Trail are open until the end of September and Nagu can be accessed from Naantali until the end of August. It’s worthwhile taking a bike with you to enjoy the archipelago summer to its full. The best spot for a summer picnic is at the Moomin’s home on the island of Kailo, where there is a quiet beach, a sauna and a grill site great for barbecues.

NAANTALI MUSIC FESTIVAL 5 -16 JUNE
The summer of music begins with the Naantali Music Festival, boasting performances from, among others, sopranos Camilla Nylund and Mari Palo, the legendary pianist Elisabeth Leonskaja, violinists Elina Vähälä and Jaakko Kuusisto, Dallapé Orchestra, English Chamber Orchestra conducted by Ralf Gothón and Lahti Symphony Orchestra conducted by Okko Kamu. The programme is complemented by supper concerts at Kaivohuone as well as a unique music cruise to the island of Kökar 11th-12th June. Naantali Music Festival also plays during winter from 10th to 11th March, with two chamber music concerts starring soprano Marjukka Tepponen.