Tartu Cathedral

Tartu Cathedral

Lossi tänav 25, Tartu linn, Tartu

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Tartu Cathedral, located on the beautiful Toome Hill, is one of the largest churches in Estonia. It is also the only mediaeval church with two spires in Estonia. The construction of the church started in the 13th century and the church was fully completed in the beginning of the 16th century. The spires were the last things to be finished. The church was destroyed in the Livonian War and since then, it has not operated as a church. The ruins of the Tartu Cathedral are one of the most prominent examples of brick-Gothic buildings in Old Livonia.

The University of Tartu Museum, which introduces the history of science and university education, operates there. In addition to the museum, there is also the Toompood store, and visitors can also go to the cathedral’s spires, which offer beautiful views.

Times and prices

Open all year round

24 hours

Features and amenities

  • Wheelchair access

Getting there

The closest streets where you can park your car are Lossi, Vallikraavi, and Ülikooli. You can lock your bike near the car park.

Access

  • Signposted
  • Sealed access road
  • By excursion bus
  • By public transport
  • By car

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Reviews

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Alexander102013

Alexander102013

Ruins

Most interesting, minimal restoration of the cathedral, nicely done. Impressive ruins. To find out more on the cathedral visit next to the ruins the museum of the university. Historical exhibition...

Merrowmum

Merrowmum

Must have been amazing

The cathedral has partly been in ruins since the reformation, although one part was restored/reformed and is now used as the university museum. But the ruined part is particularly impressive, as it...

Grace H

Grace H

Gorgeous building.

Really nice grounds and a lovely park a short walk from the old quater of tartu. A must see in Tartu with some gorgeous photo opportunity

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