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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 Moomin Bus (Muumibussi, price €5.80/person) connects directly from/to Turku, while the walk from the ordinary buses (€3/1.50) isn't too long.
Moomin World is a theme park based on the Moomin books by Finnish writer Tove Jansson. It was designed by Dennis Livson, and is located on the island of Kailo next to the old town of Naantali, in Southwest Finland.
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Cosy wooden lookout tower built on top of former water tower in the park surrounding the church. Nice view of the marina and the Moomin World. Narrow stairs which are not suitable for disabled.
Popular sand beach next to the old town. Locker rooms and showers.
Naantalin kirkko
Built in 1443–1462, this is the oldest standing structure in the city and among the oldest ones anywhere in Finland. It is also the second largest medieval church in Finland. The crucifix was made in the times of the convent. Outside the church there is still a piece of the stone fence and a well as a remnant of the convent.
Literally "Golden Shore", this is the summer residence of the Finnish president. Guided tours Jun–Aug daily except Monday. Tours are very popular and booking in advance required.
Vanhakaupunki
Naantali has an attractive wooden old town. Colourful old buildings, narrow alleys etc. Most buildings are people's homes so please do not enter the yards.
Kuparivuori is a hill next to the old town with a sudden, tens of meters high vertical drop down to the Naantalinsalmi strait. No safety equipment so mind your steps! Awesome view towards the sea and marina. Rakkaudenpolku walkway climbs to the hill from Raatihuoneenkatu and Kuparivuorenkatu streets. The walkway's name means Path of Love as back in the 19th century young lovers climbed up here to cuddle as it wasn't socially accepted in public. On top there is also a small WW 2 era aircraft monitoring bunker.