A comfortable reading room downstairs. Not much in the way of foreign language papers/periodicals. Some in Swedish and The Helsinki News, weekly publication, in English. Computers upstairs. You need library card to access. A good selection of novels in many languages. helpful staff

Turku is proud of it s library, that is architectural and historical attraction. Open also in weekends,this Finlands most visited library is populated with people who look for books or newspapers, surf in the net or just drop in for a cup of coffee in it s cosy cafeteria. Almost all the time You can find exhibitions or cultural discussions,... More

Books, magazine , internet, playground , lockers and toilet all of them under one room. to get wifi connnection you need to ask for membership card , which is free for all. then you will have your own user name and password.

Visitors to Turku should definitely take time to walk through this awesome building with its mix of modern and classical architecture.

if you have a lap-top then WI_FI access is great. Cafe good for snacks and coffee, but there are better options in the town. If you want to find a good book then this is the place to go....!!! Or you can try Akateeminen Kirjakauppa bookshop in the Hansa shopping centre.

They have a great espresso machine and the coffee could be excellent, if only they would always make it fresh to order. Yes, unbelievable, but true, I have twice experienced having them serve up an old, cold espresso shot into warm milk for a cappuccino! If you want a good one, go to Cafe Art!

As the appearance suggests this is one top-notch library. If you're in need of free internet, a book/magazine to read or just to chill and literaly swing around (they have awesome swinging ball chairs), this is the place in Turku to be.

The best place in the city, confirmed not only by me but by all people that saw it. Very interesting design, interior, amazing place for studying, reading, or finishing projects and tasks. Has internet connection, lounge-bar. Perfect for hiding of unexpected rains. Has children area with playground.

One does not usually think of a library as a tourist destination, but make the Turku City Library a stop in your plans. My husband and I thought that the wonderful library in Amsterdam could not be beat, but the library in Turku / Åbo tops it! The city has done a wonderful job expanding the original building (built in... More