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Lena’s sightseeing is a family business established in 1994, built on in-depth knowledge and experience. We provide our customers with the highest quality of service in the specialized field of tailor-made tours. During the years we have built a network of close cooperation with a loyal clientel of export companies, hotels, incoming companies and international travel agencies.
We organize authorized guided sightseeing tours in Turku and surrounding areas, in an air-conditioned minivan with ample space for up to 6 people. Transportation for larger groups is arranged by bus. We also organize walking tours year-round.
We offer you high standard, comfortable, cosy, flexibly tailored tours to fit your individual needs. Welcome to Turku!
Lena’s Sightseeing uses a VW Caddy for groups (1-6 passengers) It is equipped with air-conditioning and it is a very comfortable and safe car. Lena will be your driver and guide.
For larger groups we can arrange a comfortable bus in co-operation with a private coach company.
Year-round
On this 1,5 hours walking tour you will set out on a brief exploration of the historic Aura river waterfront, the Old Great Square and pay a short visit to the Cathedral, considered to be Finland’s most valuable historical monument. Every part of this national shrine reflects details of Finland’s history. You will get information about the country as well as about Turku. Enjoy the commentary of an authorized and experienced guide while admiring the sights. The languages include German, English, Finnish, French, Spanish and Swedish.
Year-round
On this tour you will hear about the history, architecture, culture and current events of Turku. Experience the former Finnish capital’s almost 800 year old past and get to know about e.g. today’s universities and industries. If there’s something specific you want to see more of, the itinerary can be tailored according to your needs. Enjoy the commentary of an authorized and experienced guide while admiring the sights. The languages include German, English, Finnish, French, Spanish and Swedish. The tour takes approx. 1,5 hours by minivan and fits up to 6 people.
Year-round
On this tour we start exploring in Turku and get to hear about the history, architecture, culture and current events of the town. Experience the former Finnish capital’s almost 800 year old past and get to know about e.g. today’s universities and industries. We will also visit the Cathedral of Turku.
Later we drive (approximately 20 minutes) to another medieval town, Naantali, founded around the medieval Brigittine Convent/church which still dominates its skyline. We take a walk in the Old town on the narrow lanes between wooden houses next to the sea.
If there’s something specific you want to see more of, the itinerary can be tailored according to your needs. Enjoy the commentary of an authorized and experienced guide while admiring the sights. The guiding languages include German, English, Finnish, French, Spanish and Swedish. The tour takes approx. 3 hours by minivan and fits up to 6 people.
Visits to
From 12 May to 3 September 2023 (Nagu – Själö – Hanka)
The Short Archipelago Trail takes you through five towns – Turku, Kaarina, Parainen, Naantali, Raisio. Along the way you will discover fifteen islands that are permanently inhabited, as well as a few small uninhabited islands. The Little Archipelago Trail is a part of the larger Archipelago Trail. Enjoy the commentary of an authorized and experienced guide while admiring the views.
The guiding languages include German, English, Finnish, French, Spanish and Swedish.
10.00: Dep from Turku
12.10: Dep from Nauvo guest harbour,
m/s Östern, possibility for snacks and refreshments
13.10: arrival in Hanka
Approx. 15.30: back in Turku
We are a small tourism company passionate about showcasing our beautiful city while taking care of the environment. Sustainability has been at the core of our operations from the beginning, and we continue to develop sustainable practices in all areas. In this text, we will tell you how we implement sustainability in our business and how you can participate in this goal.
Sustainable tourism principles guide our operations. We collaborate with local businesses that share our values and emphasize sustainability. On our guided walking tours, we introduce Turku’s scenic surroundings and strive to minimize our carbon footprint. We offer reusable water bottles to reduce the amount of single-use plastic waste and use eco-friendly cleaning products in our office and during our tours.
We believe that small actions can make a big difference, and that’s why we continuously strive to improve our sustainability practices. By choosing us for your adventures in Turku, you can be sure that you are supporting a company that cares about the environment as much as you do.
Sustainable living is important to us, and it includes waste sorting, composting, and the use of the Bokashi method, among other things. We discuss these values with our customers and also inform them about the right of public access and its obligations. In our work, we share information about Finnish cultural heritage, which is an essential part of guiding.
We promote well-being, human rights, and equality by treating our guests and the local population equally and respectfully, regardless of their background. We prefer local products, services, and businesses and strive to employ local people. We favor food made from Finnish raw materials.
We prioritize safety and quality by ensuring our guests’ safety and complying with laws and regulatory requirements. We continuously develop our business by responding to changes and improving our methods in all aspects of sustainability.
