Kastu, Turku

#109 among attractions in Turku

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Kastu is a district in the Tampereentie ward of the city of Turku, in Finland. It is located to the north of the city centre, and consists mostly of low-density residential area. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 60°28'22"N, 22°16'29"E

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Runosmäki-Raunistula (Kastu)Turku Finland

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Kastu – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Logomo, Turun konserttitalo, Maarian kirkko, Puutori.

1.2 miSW
Concert hall
Logomo, Turku
32 min walk • Logomo is a dynamic event venue situated in the heart of Turku, Finland, known for its adaptability and modern aesthetic. Housed in a former railway workshop, this cultural hub has been transformed into a space where creativity and events converge, becoming a focal...
1.2 miS
Music venue, Nightlife, Room escape games
Turun konserttitalo, Turku
31 min walk • Turun konserttitalo, also known as the Turku Concert Hall, is a beacon of musical excellence in the heart of Turku, Finland. Inaugurated in 1952, it proudly stands as the first building in Finland designed specifically for symphonic music.
0.6 miE
Church, Gothic architecture
Maarian kirkko, Turku
17 min walk • St. Mary's Church is a medieval stone church located in Maaria, in Turku, Finland. There are no records as to when the present church was built, but the work was probably started in the mid or late 15th century.
1.2 miS
Square
Puutori, Turku
32 min walk • Puutori is a market square in the city centre of Turku, Finland. It measures at approximately 100 by 40 metres. It is bordered by Aninkaistenkatu/Aningaisgatan, Maariankatu/Mariegatan, Brahenkatu/Brahegatan and Sibeliuksenkatu/Sibeliusgatan.
1 miSE
Church, Gothic architecture
St. Catherine's Church, Turku
25 min walk • St. Catherine's Church is located in Nummi, a suburb of Turku, Finland, in the same district as Turku Student Village. It represents old medieval stone church building tradition.
1.2 miS
Synagogue, Art Nouveau architecture
Turku Synagogue, Turku
32 min walk • Turku Synagogue in the city of Turku is one of the two synagogues in Finland. Located in the VII District, the synagogue is used by the Jewish community of Turku. The synagogue building, designed by architects August Krook and J.E. Hindersson, was completed in 1912.
1.2 miS
Concerts and shows
Turku Philharmonic Orchestra, Turku
30 min walk • The Turku Philharmonic Orchestra is a Finnish orchestra based in Turku, Finland. It is the oldest orchestra in Finland, and one of the world's oldest still active orchestras. The Turku Philharmonic is resident at the Turku Concert Hall, the first purpose-built concert hall in Finland, completed in 1952.
1.1 miSE
Monuments and statues
Posankka, Turku
28 min walk • Posankka is a statue located in Turku, Finland. The statue, which is located near the campus area of the University of Turku and the Turku Student Village, represents a hybrid between a marzipan pig and a rubber duck.
1.2 miS
Nightlife
Puutorin Vessa, Turku
32 min walk • The WaterLoo Pub, previously known as "Puutorin Vessa", is an English pub in the City of Turku, Finland. The circular building sits on the Puutori square, and it once served as a public restroom, hence the pun.
1.3 miSW
Neighbourhood
Pohjola, Turku
33 min walk • Pohjola is a district of the city of Turku, in Finland. It is located to the north of the city centre, between Ratapihankatu and Kähäri.
1.3 miS
Universities and schools
University of Turku, Turku
33 min walk • The University of Turku, located in Turku in southwestern Finland, is the third largest university in the country as measured by student enrollment, after the University of Helsinki and Tampere University.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kastu?

Nearby attractions include Raunistula, Turku (16 min walk), Kaerla, Turku (16 min walk), Maarian kirkko, Turku (17 min walk), Koroinen, Turku (17 min walk).

How to get to Kastu by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kastu:

Bus

Kastuntie • Lines: 13 (3 min walk)
Taskulantie • Lines: 13 (4 min walk)