Join us for a guided cruise on the river
On a cruise aboard M/s Aurella, you will enjoy a relaxing and inspiring experience along the River Aura in the heart of Turku. During the guided river cruise, our audio guide shares stories about the city’s history, its sights, and life along the riverbanks – from historic buildings to modern landmarks. On board, there is a cosy bar where you can purchase both cold and hot drinks, perfect to enjoy while taking in the views from the passenger salon.
With Hop-on Hop-off tickets, it is possible to get off and back on the boat during the same day while it cruises back and forth along the river.
M/s Aurella is also perfectly suited for private occasions. The vessel can be chartered for your own events, corporate cruises, or festive celebrations in a unique and atmospheric setting on the water.
Round trip Cruise, Hop-on Hop-off
Adults 19 €
Children 11 €
Family ticket (2+2) 42 €
Child 3-17y, Infant 0-3y
One way ticket
Adults 11 €
Children 6 €
Child 3-17y, Infant 0-3y
Cruises start from the Pharmacy museum at Läntinen rantakatu 15.
Departures at:
11.00, (11:00 am)
13.00 (01:00 pm) and
15.30 (03:30 pm).
The cruise takes about 1,5 hours.
The departure times from the other piers along the route will depend on the sailing speed. Please always check on the live map the vessels position. If you would like to get onboard from one of the piers along the route, please hoist the semafor at the jetty so that the crew will know you’re waiting for the vessel, thank you.
Live position of the vessel: https://river-cruises.paikannuspalvelu.fi/
Daily cruises from midsummer until mid August. Cruises on the weekends from during May and beginning of June – also from mid August until beginning of September. Check the calendar for up-to-date information abt. sailing days and departure times.
TRAFFIC INFORMATION:
Fri 3rd – Sun 5th of July – No cruises, vessel booked on charter cruises. Updated 01.03.2026
The cruise stops at the following piers:
Pharmacy museum
Martti bridge
Restaurant Nooa
Forum Marinum
Ruissalo Shipyard
See the stops on the map below.
The vessel is not accessible with wheelchair. Small steps to the vessel when boarding and a gap between the pier and vessel.
Bicycles or strollers can’t be fitted in the vessel.
Enjoy the scenery and learn about history of Turku
Refreshing hop on - hop off cruise
gives you the opportunity to enjoy the scenery of Turku and river Aura. While on board you can listen to recorded guidance about the historical and cultural sites along the river. Cruise takes about 1,5 hours and the departure pier is at the Pharmacy museum at the address Läntinen rantakatu 15.
Sights on the route include Turku Castle, Cathedral and Ruissalo Shipyard.
Stops along the river
You can hop on or off from any of the five piers. Tour's start and finish at the Pharmacy museum:
Pharmacy museum
Martti bridge
Restaurant Nooa
Forum Marinum
Ruissalo shipyard
Tour takes you also all the way to the cathedral but doesn't stop there.
Little café provides drinks, snacks and coffee.
Alcoholic beverages are available.
You can hear a recorded guide on the speakers in three different languages – Finnish, Swedish, and English.
