Naantali

Naantali is one of the six medieval towns in Finland (together with

By Train

The main road to Naantali leads via

The town itself is not too big. The old wooden old town is well worth a walk. Most of the archipelago is reachable by bus or car.

The buses serving Naantali belong to the Föli cooperation of Turku and its neighbours. There are a few lines from Turku, and additionally municipal lines (line numbers prefixed by "N"), going all the way to

Naantali is very much a summer town, and many attractions are closed outside the June–August peak season.

Old town

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Moomin World

( Muumimaailma ),

Tuulensuuntie 14

( on Kailo island, connected to the mainland by bridge ),

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June: daily 11:00-17:00; July-August 9: daily 10:00-18:00; August 10-23: daily 11:00-17:00 .

One of Finland's most popular amusement parks, dedicated to Tove Jansson's lovable Moomin characters (huge in Finland and Japan, but not too well known elsewhere) and awarded several times internationally. The blueberry-coloured Moomin House is the main attraction. Hemulen's yellow house is situated next door to the Moomin House. It is also possible to see Moominmama's Doughnut Factory, Fire Station, Pancake Factory, Snufkin's Camp, Moominpappa's boat etc. Visitors may also meet Moomin characters there or the Witch in her cottage. Moomin World isn't a traditional amusement park; some of the paths – and the beach and cliffs off the paths – invite to more quiet contemplation in the spirit of Jansson, if you succeed to get out of the worst crowds. There are many activities and fantasy paths for kids there, e.g. Toffler's Path with Witch's Labyrinth, The Hattifatteners' Cave and The Groke's House. There are also performances in Moomin Theatre Emma. The Moom

Local restaurants and trattorias serve regional cuisine featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. Traditional dishes reflect the local culinary heritage.

Cafes and bars in the town centre serve coffee, wine, and local beverages. Regional wines and spirits are worth sampling.

Hotels, guesthouses, and bed-and-breakfast establishments offer accommodation. Advance booking is recommended during peak season.

There are lots of small shops in the old

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