INFO FOR VISITORS
EVENT LOCATION
The Medieval Turku will take place at the Old Great Square (Vanha Suurtori) and its immediate surroundings (Porthan’s Park, the Brinkkala Courtyard, the courtyard of Restaurant Teini, and the Art House Turku’s courtyard) from June 26th to 29th, 2025. Opening hours are Thursday–Friday from 12 PM to 8 PM and Saturday–Sunday from 12 PM to 6 PM. Admission to the event is free of charge.
The Old Great Square on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/c91R7GwgSXfg9eo7A
The Old Great Square is located in the area bordered by Uudenmaankatu, Hämeenkatu, Nunnankatu, and Itäinen Rantakatu. The distance from Turku’s Market Square (Kauppatori) to the Old Great Square is less than one kilometer.
You can find an introduction to the event area here.
The event’s Info Point is located at the corner of the Old Town Hall (Vanha Raatihuone) and the Brinkkala Mansion. At the Info Point, you can purchase official event merchandise. You can also get detailed information about the program, guidance, and assistance in emergencies.
MOVING AROUND THE AREA
We recommend using public transportation, as parking near the Old Market Square is limited. You can find bus schedules here.
Right next to the event area is the “Tuomiokirkkotori” bus stop, where long-distance buses also stop. If you come to Turku by bus, you can use Matkahuolto’s route guide. Turku Central Railway Station and Kupittaa Station are both within walking distance from the event area.
The most convenient parking garages in central Turku are:
- Louhi (Läntinen Pitkäkatu 12 B, pedestrian exits at the Market Square, Yliopistonkatu, and Kauppiaskatu)
- Julia (Brahenkatu 3)
- Toriparkki (Yliopistonkatu, access from Aninkaistenkatu)
- Stockmann (Kristiinankatu 11)
- P-Centrum (Kristiinankatu 8)
- Wiklund (Brahenkatu 8)
- Puutori (Brahenkatu 13)
The event area is completely closed to vehicle traffic during the event. Bicycling is prohibited, and access by car is not allowed.
Visitors can move freely between the Old Great Square, Porthan’s Park, Itäinen Rantakatu, the Brinkkala Courtyard, the restaurant Teini’s courtyard, and the Art House Turku’s courtyard.
The entire event area is accessible. However, please be prepared for large crowds.
Dogs are welcome at the event as long as they are on a leash and under their handler’s control. Note that crowds and hot weather may cause stress for dogs, in which case it is recommended to take your pet to a calmer area. A water bowl for dogs is available at the Info Point.
SAFETY
The safety of our visitors is our top priority, and we want to ensure that everyone has a pleasant and secure experience at the Medieval Turku.
Security personnel can be identified by their yellow vests. They can also be contacted through the event’s Info Point.
The first aid station is located in Porthan’s Park, and a roaming first aid team will be present throughout the area.
In the event of an emergency, please follow the instructions of the security staff and event organizers. If you notice any suspicious activity, report it to security personnel.
Remember to keep a close eye on your belongings in crowded areas.
SAFETY
The first aid station is located in the Porthan Park, and there is also a moving first aid team in the area.
Please remember to take care of your personal belongings in the crowd.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET LOST
The Medieval Turku is expected to draw large crowds once again. In particular, small children can easily get lost in busy and crowded spaces.
If you become separated from your group or someone you’re with goes missing, the event’s Info Point serves as the designated meeting point. If you encounter someone who is lost or looking for someone, please direct them to the Info Point.
The Info Point is located at the corner of the Old Town Hall and the Brinkkala Mansion on the Old Great Square, near the Christmas Peace proclamation balcony.
TOILETS & TRASH BINS
Public toilets are located in the low side building bordering the Brinkkala Courtyard and inside the Art House Turku. In the restaurant Teini’s courtyard, public toilets are available in the restaurant facilities themselves.
An accessible toilet is located in the Art Hall, on the first floor of the Old Town Hall, with barrier-free access from the back of the building. Accessible toilets are also available in the Art House Turku and restaurant Teini.
Trash bins are placed throughout the event area—please use them to help keep the venue clean. Finger foods served on wooden shingle plates are sold at the event. Please dispose of used shingles in the designated bins next to the wooden trash containers.
FOOD & DRINK
Restaurants operating year-round within the event area include Restaurant Teini, Gastropub Löytö, Pizzeria Via Tribunali, and Kirjakahvila (Turku Book Café). The terrace of Kirjakahvila is located in the Brinkkala Courtyard. The licensed area of Teini and Löytö is in their shared courtyard, while Via Tribunali’s licensed area is along the riverfront and in Porthan’s Park.
Medieval-themed food and drink will be available at the Old Great Square during the event.
PAYMENT
The payment methods of the event’s vendors vary, so in addition to a payment card, it is recommended to bring cash when attending the event.
The nearest ATMs are located at the corner of Aninkaistenkatu and Eerikinkatu, about 250 meters from the event area, and in front of the Nordea office at Kauppiaskatu 9 B, about 650 meters away.
Payments at the event’s Info Point can be made by card or cash.
PHOTOGRAPHY
We’re happy if you take photos during the event and share them on social media! Please remember to act respectfully and consider people’s privacy. Use the event hashtag: #keskiajanturku.
For safety reasons, flying drones at the event is strictly prohibited.
LOST & FOUND
During the event, inquire about lost items at the Info Point. After the event, you can ask about lost items via email at: info@suurtorinkeskiaika.fi. Please contact us as soon as possible after the event ends.
Lost items will be stored at the association Turun Suurtorin keskiaika’s office for two weeks (or longer if separately announced). Items worth more than €20 or those believed to have special personal or emotional value will be delivered to the Turku Central Police Station’s lost and found. Other items will be disposed of after the two-week holding period (or other announced time).
MEDIA
The event is free to attend, so media representatives do not need to register separately.
Press photos can be found here.
DRESSING UP
What could be more fun than arriving in period-appropriate attire? It’s time to bring out your medieval costume! You are welcome to attend in your own medieval outfit or rent one from our association’s costume collection.
PROGRAM
The Medieval Event features a wide range of performances, from dramatic scenes of the market play to fantastic musical acts. There’s something for visitors of all ages.
You can view the full program here.