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Tallinn Old Town Days

Tallinn Old Town Days are the biggest festival in Old Town dedicated to the local cultural heritage and community. Various music, theatre, art, and sports events are held during five days for both locals and visitors. Both old and young guests can peak into the courtyards of the Old Town, learn…

Restaurant Tulivee

A beach restaurant with a unique architecture was opened in June 2017 at Liimala beach near Purtse marina. Beautiful views of the sea can be enjoyed both from the terrace and the large windows. Tulivee's dishes which are made from local and seasonal raw materials are special because they combine…

Panga cliff and recreation area

Panga cliff is the highest bedrock outcrop in western Estonia and its islands. Siluri bluff is a long escarpment, which starts on the island of Gotland in Sweden, passes through the Baltic Sea, and rises to the surface on the western coast of Saare County. Its maximum height is 21.3 metres and it…

Strawberries in Viljandi

The sleepy, small-town atmosphere of Viljandi is cheered up by big red concrete strawberries. These have been inspired by the painting “Strawberry Eaters” by naïve artist Paul Kondas, as the people of Viljandi are said to resemble the characters it depicts – behind an ostensibly petit bourgeois…

Karakat safari on Lake Peipus

Lake Peipus looks absolutely amazing in the winter. Do not miss the chance because the weather on Lake Peipus changes every day! Book an unforgettable karakat safari on the lake as soon as possible! The safari lasts for one hour and includes stops for photographing near and on the field of ridged…

Võru County Museum

A very interesting and informative permanent exhibition gives you a profound overview of Võru County from the Stone Age to the present day. The exposition of archaeological findings and ethnographic objects, a Seto hut, a tailor's and shoemaker's workshop, the corner of Kriisa organ masters, a room…

Tuhala karst region and hiking trail

Tuhala is located in Harju County, which has been settled for approximately 3,000 years. Nearby there are 11 sites of ancient settlement, 30 cult stones with little hollows in them, three stone barrows, four sacrificial groves and more. In Heinasoo, located between Tuhala church and the manor park…

Bird watching at cape Põõsaspea

Põõsaspea promontory is located opposite from the island of Osmussaar and is the north-western-most promontory of the Estonian mainland. Its rocky ridge reaches far into the sea towards Osmussaar. Põõsaspea promontory is one of the best places in Northern Europe for observing the migration of…

Nopri Farm Shop

In essence, Nopri Farm Shop is a self-service shop where most of the local products are represented – farm produce, handicrafts, souvenirs, honey, soaps and body lotions made of Nopri farm yoghurt. You can enjoy the baked goods made on the spot (biscuits, breads, pastries). Naturally, you can buy…

Museum of the Coastal Swedes

This museum in Haapsalu introduces the thousand-year-old settlements of the coastal Swedes in Estonia. In the house inaugurated by the King of Sweden, you can acquaint yourself with their unique cultural heritage and see a 20-metre embroidered rug that depicts the life of the Estonian-Swedes. There…

Estonian Dairy Museum

The emphasis on the development of dairying in Estonia increased considerably in the second half of the 19th century. It was decided to record the history of dairying in Estonia for future generations because both manufacturing and processing of milk have been of significant importance for the…

Järvakandi glass museum

Järvakandi is the glass capital of Estonia. Its glass museum is located at the place of residence of an old glass master. Here you can find out about the history of the glass industry not only in Järvakandi, but Estonia as a whole. Did you know…? The first glass workshop was constructed in…

Health and ski trails in Palermo, Rakvere

When winter comes, ski trails await you in the health trails in the Palermo forests, in Rakvere. You can ski on the 3 km cross-country track, of which 2.2 km is lighted. If you do not have your own skis, you can rent them from the sports shop RixRatas in the centre of Rakvere, Parkali Street 7. In…

Santa's Korstna Farm

This is the home of Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus as well as Santa's little helpers, horses, rabbits, spiders, moles, birds and many other large and small friends. Here, Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves are busy all year with their extremely important, less important and even completely unimportant…

Tehvandi Sport Centre

You can see top sportsmen from all over the world training or competing in Tehvandi Sport Centre. However, in addition to professionals the centre is focussing more and more on amateur sportsmen, companies and people who want to have an active and sporty holiday or just relax. We are offering you…

A walk around Viljandi with a guide

The walk around Viljandi with a guide starts and ends on Vabaduse Square and takes place any day in any weather. You will visit the castle hills and suspended bridge, take a look at the monument of Laidoner, Kondase centre, the old water tower of Viljandi, Trepimägi, the old town, as well as the…

Viljandi Suspension Bridge

The bridge made by the Riga company Felser & Co in 1879 was erected amid the castle hills in Viljandi in 1931. It was a present by the lord of the Tarvastu Manor Karl von Mensenkampf. Interesting to know: *The bridge is over 50 m long. * It was erected over a valley which is 15 m deep. * At…

Estonian Open Air Museum

Just a 15-minute drive from the centre of Tallinn, you will find a wonderful place – the Estonian Open Air Museum, showcasing the country's rural architecture and way of life. The 14 farms in the museum provide an overview of how families from different strata of society lived in the 18–20th…

Suure-Jaani Music Festival

This festival is taking place for the 21th time and will culminate, as ever, with the lighting of a midsummer bonfire. Although there is music for every taste, the focus of the festival is classical and Estonian music. The musicians and composers will talk about their work during afternoon…

Tartu Snow Park

There are six snow tube tracks at the Tartu Snow Park, all of which have different speeds and lengths and therefore, they are suitable for toddlers, teenagers, and adults. We also have a sledding slope where you can ride your sledge for free. There is a total of eight hectares of sledge and tube…

Kuressaare Town Park

The establishment of housing and landscape gardening got into full speed in the second half of the 19th century when Kuressaare became thanks to discovery of medical mud one of the spa cities of Estonia. For park establishment and administration in 1861 was formed a park committee. Versatile help…

Porkuni limestone museum

Porkuni limestone museum tower was used as a sitting room of the school until 1991 when an exposition about the history of teaching deaf in Estonia was open. This was complemented by the limestone exposition which was initiated by the former county governor M. Pomerants. Once limestone was…

Ilumetsa meteorite craters

Meteorite craters are rare around the world. In Ilumetsa in Võru County, however, there is a group of craters formed from meteorite impacts which the locals call 'Hell’s Grave', 'Deep Grave', 'The Devil’s Grave', and 'Ghost’s Grave' (the latter three of which are overgrown and not marked). The…

The Leaning House of Tartu

The Leaning House of Tartu, which people also call the Pisa Tower of Tartu, was built next to the medieval city wall in 1793. The side of the house that faces the river is supported by the old city wall and the other side by poles. This is the reason why the house is leaning sideways. The permanent…

Tahkuna Lighthouse

The Tahkuna Lighthouse, situated on the north end of Hiiumaa, is a cast iron lighthouse which underwent construction in 1873. Assembled of cast iron parts, utilizing the so-called Gordon system, it was created with prefabricated details, that were easy to transport. Making this tall tower rather…

Tallinn Zoo

Tallinn Zoo is located in the naturally beautiful Veskimetsa park forest that is rich in species. Boasting the most exciting collection of wildlife in northern Europe, it is home to more than 7,700 specimens belonging to almost 600 species or subspecies from Australia to Alaska. It has the best…

Ski trips to Piirissaar

Come and discover the wintry Lake Peipus and Piirissaar island! The ski trip begins in Laaksaare harbour and continues across the lake covered in ice to Piirissaar island, where we can take in the sights and have a picnic. We are going to cover up to 18 km on skis. We use Hagan X-Trace skis with…

Jõgevatreff

Motorcyclists meeting since 1992. We have bands on three nights, competitions, prizes, excursions onThursday and Friday to interesting places in Estonia (on your own bikes, organisers have arranged guides). You'll get additional info on the spot. In camp: beach by the lake (swimming at your own…

Mary Magdalene Guild

We offer great Estonian applied art and handicraft items that have been made with passion. Here, you can purchase and order things made by recognised masters of Pärnu and witness yourself how these are created. The guild has become a centre of considerable professional skill. The house offers great…

New Year's Eve Ball at The Vanemuine

The grandest send-off of the year in the old university town with the help of Vanemuine Symphony Orchestra and ensemble. The audience will have a chance to enjoy the glamorous and witty programmes of the ballet, opera and drama troupe, the night concert and many artists in café Shakespeare…

Two day nomadic trek "Hiking on snowshoes in the tranquil bogs of Rapla County"

A primeval nomadic trek is the perfect trial for the brave and the adventurous. This is an escape from the harrowing limitations of daily routine to get back in touch with yourself and nature. For two days, we'll be hiking on snowshoes; during the night, we'll stay in a tepee by a crackling fire…

Aura Centre

Aura Centre offers the best athletic entertainment for visitors of any age. Our pool, water park, and health club are perfect for the entire family to enjoy themselves, relax, and exercise. The stars of the water park are the 55- and 38-metre slides.  The health club offers relaxation in a…

Café Suur Muna

Café Suur Muna is located at the foot of Suur Munamägi in Haanja nature park. We use local and mainly organic ingredients from Võru County. Suur Muna serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu includes smoothies, milk shakes, omelets, pancakes, salads and meat dishes. For dessert, you can choose…

Disc Golf Park in Paluküla

The Disc Golf Park that is located near Paluküla Hiiemägi has 18 tracks in various lengths. The total length of the tracks is 1,803 m. Disc golf is mostly played in the summer, but this fun sport is suitable during other seasons as well. Pack some plates and your picnic basket and spend a fun day…

Valga Military History Festival

The Valga Military History Festival has a unique programme: from introducing the authorities, military marches and re-enactments of famous battles to special exhibitions, antiquities fair and a range of concerts. Military history clubs from other countries will also be taking part. There will be…

Kaali field of meteorite craters

The approximate time of Kaali meteorite fall is 7500-7600 years ago. Meteorite fall caused big damages on already inhabited Saaremaa, it could be compared to explosion of atomic bomb. At the height of 5-10 km meteorite fell apart and came down to the ground in pieces the biggest of which created a…

Hanseatic Days in Viljandi 2017

Viljandi is an ancient town full of youthful vigour. If today Viljandi can be called the export capital of Estonia due to the numerous innovative companies located here, then in the Middle Ages, the city was the centre of activity due to the trade route that passed through the city. Viljandi…

Palmse Manor and Open-Air Museum

Palmse Manor is one of the grandest baroque mansions in Estonia. The mansion and open-air museum were the first fully restored manor complex in the country. They are surrounded by the beautiful natural environment of Lahemaa National Park and provide an overview of Estonian manor life and…

Spa Hotel Rüütli Water Park

Visitors to the water park can use the four-lane standard size swimming pool.  Children can have fun with the 52-metre water slide and in the children's pool. The Jacuzzi can accommodate ten people.

Piusa Pottery ceramics studio

Piusa Pottery is a ceramics studio open to the public. Visitors can watch traditional, as well as unique works of art and handicraft items being created before their very eyes. There is an exhibition of ceramics created by Signe and Meelis Krigul. You can also buy items that take your fancy. In…

Wittenstein Time Centre in Paide Tower

The tower on Vallimäe Hill in Paide is now home to the Wittenstein Time Centre. An elevator rolls back the centuries like a time machine, with displays from different eras on different floors - the days of knights, kings and tsars; the period of occupation; the first Estonian republic; and the…

Vilsandi Lighthouse

Vilsandi Lighthouse was built in 1809. The important lighthouse was renovated several times, the most recent extensive repairs were done in 1957 and the lighthouse has not changed since. The period from 1910 to 1941, when the lighthouse was managed by Mr Artur Toom, was one of the most interesting…

Tallinn St. Mary's Cathedral (Dome Church) and bell tower

In Tallinn St. Mary's Cathedral (first mentioned in 1233), you find gravestones from the 13th-18th centuries and coat of arms epitaphs dating from the 17th-20th centuries. The most famous people to be buried in the church include Swedish military officer Pontus De la Gardie; his wife, Swedish King…

Festival "Sound of Livonia" at the twin cities Valga and Valka

The twin city is celebrating to the fullest as it welcomes its 433th year. For five days, the city will be filled with songs, dances, and the joyful cheers of people meeting again at the celebration. There will be a variety of concerts of different genres, exhibitions, sports competitions, and…

Vihula manor

The first written record of Vihula manor in Lahemaa National Park dates back to 1501. At the time it belonged to the Danish baron Hans von Lode. The manor was damaged by fire during the Great Northern War, after which it was purchased by the Wekebros, who bequeathed it to their daughter's family…

Sagadi Forest Museum

Sagadi manor complex includes the Sagadi Forest Museum, which displays things connected with Estonian forests and forestry, including hunting, woodwork and the environment. Here you can see both traditional and modern ways of working in the forest, tools used for planting, measuring and cutting…

Altja fishing village

Altja was first mentioned in written records in 1465 and is a typical seaside village, with all of its houses stretching along one street. The Uustalu and Toomarahva farms at Altja are typical coastal farms and have been restored by Lahemaa National Park. On the point at Altja you can see the…

Museum of Coastal Folk

The Museum of Coastal Folk is situated in the old coastal village of Pringi in Viimsi. Here, in a cosy old schoolhouse where the museum has found its home, the harmony of the convergence of land, sea and humans shines and the charming nature of simplicity is maintained. The exhibitions and…

Preeriakoda

Listen to the Ground & Air Out the Scalp In the wilderness at the source of the River Kasari, guests are welcomed by a Native American village with eight teepees. Within three of four hours, we will guide you through the village through games from the trails of the Wild West and tournament of…

Kihnu Museum

You must go to the exciting Kihnu Museum when you visit the island. It like an anchor in preserving and introducing the cultural space of Kihnu, which has been entered in the UNESCO heritage list. The museum was founded in the former schoolhouse of Sääreküla Village in 1974 and thoroughly…

Räpina Creative Centre

The carfts and souvenir counter of Räpina Creative Centre sells the creation of local masters: a wide selection of ceramics, stained glass, greeting cards, albums and notebooks, candles, textile items, jewellery and many other interesting items. We also accept custom orders.  If you would like to…

Laiuse fortress ruins

Construction of the Laiuse fortress was launched by the Livonian Order in the late 14th century to defend its eastern borders. The first defensive structure in Estonia to be fitted with firearms, it gained its definitive appearance in the late Middle Ages. Cannon towers were added to the fortress…

Rogosi Castle Manor in Ruusmäe

Stanislaw Rogosinsky, a native of Poland, established the Rogosi Manor. From 1629 to 1776 the manor belonged to Herman von Liebsdorff and was later given to the von Glasenapp family as Herman's daughter's dowry. From 1934, after the Glasenapp family was dispossessed of the manor, a school operates…

Varbola hill fort

The first mention of the Varbola fortress dates back to 1212 and it was one of the biggest and most powerful ancient fortresses in Estonia and entire northern Europe. The 576 m long circular hill fort was erected on the natural slate stage in the shadows of the primeval forest and is 2-5 m high. In…

Rõuge watchtower "Pesapuu"

The Pesapuu watchtower is 30 meters high (the top observation platform is 27 meters from the ground) and it resembles a tree with two birdnests. Karmo Tõra, an architect, is the author of the idea. The watchtower is eye-catching during both the day and the night. At night, lights of different…

Hansa Days in Tartu

During the Hanseatic Days in Tartu visitors of all ages will experience the colourful and merry market atmosphere. The city will also see a visit from the spirit of the Hanseatic era who is full of surprises. For two days the city centre will become a place where visitors can taste dishes made from…

Narva Castle

The Narva Castle is one of the main attractions of the city. In the seventh decade of the 13th century, the Danes established a castle as a residence for the Danish King’s vice-Regent. The Narva Castle is the most diverse and best preserved defence structure in Estonia. The area of the castle is 3…

Festival "Sound of Livonia" at the twin cities Valga and Valka

The twin city is celebrating to the fullest as it welcomes its 433th year. For five days, the city will be filled with songs, dances, and the joyful cheers of people meeting again at the celebration. There will be a variety of concerts of different genres, exhibitions, sports competitions, and…

ESTONIA Resort Hotel & Spa, SPA & SAUNA

SPA & SAUNA is located on the second floor of the Spa and Conference Centre of the new Resort Hotel. • The sauna selection includes seven different saunas. • Outdoor terrace with a genuine Estonian SMOKE sauna (70–80 °C) and Jacuzzis. • A large pool, Jacuzzis and lounge areas. • Pool-side bar with…

Cantervilla Castle (Pikajärve manor)

Pikajärve manor, which is also known as the Cantervilla Castle, is probably one of the cosiest manors in Estonia. The main building (built in 1908) and the vivid quarry stone outbuildings are on a landscape filled with beautiful dome-shaped hillocks, high up on the shore of a lake. The walls of the…

Fellin Cafe

Fellin is a cafe-restaurant in the heart of Viljandi which is homely, simple, and incredibly festive! Everyone who steps in through our blue door is more than welcome. We have also thought of the youngest members of your families, as they can read some lovely stories and craft some wonderful items…

GMP Clubhotel & Pühajärve Restaurant

The legendary GMP Pühajärve Restaurant is selected among the best 50 restaurants in Estonia on two consecutive years (2013 and 2014). There are 53 seats in the restaurant and in the summer you can also dine on the terrace that seats 120 people. High-quality live music is performed on the restaurant…

Kick sledge trip on the bays of Haapsalu and Tahu

When there is no snow and the ice is too rough for skating, the best way to move about in the winter must be by a kick sledge. You can attach skis to your kick sledge, making it a real winner in moody weather! We are going to glide across ice fields, admire the panorama of Haapsalu from a distance…

Tallinn Old Town Days

Tallinn Old Town Days are the biggest festival in Old Town dedicated to the local cultural heritage and community. Various music, theatre, art, and sports events are held during five days for both locals and visitors. Both old and young guests can peak into the courtyards of the Old Town, learn…

Järva-Jaani Old Equipment Shelter

The aim of the Järva-Jaani Old Equipment Shelter is to collect old vehicles, agricultural equipment, roadwork machinery, and firefighting equipment, and to exhibit them to interested visitors. The shelter currently focuses on the collection and exhibition of equipment and therefore, everything is…

Hike on the paths and in the footsteps of Sangaste's Rye Count

We start by meeting in the car park of the Sangaste castle by the yellow window of NG, and will continue from there by bus. The first part of the hike takes us through the Valli quaking swamp on bogshoes. From there, we are going to move closer to the forest park, take a look at the rare species of…

Kumu Art Museum

Kumu, which was opened in 2006, is the grand headquarters of the Art Museum of Estonia and has a number of purposes. Here, most of the collections of the Art Museum of Estonia are preserved, it accommodates the conservation-restoration department, a library opened to all visitors, Kumu Art Museum's…

Ridali Flight Club - glider and small plane flights

Ridali Flight Club is the largest flight club in Estonia engaged in gliding. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, it has a 1200 m long and 60 m wide certified airstrip for small planes which is open from April to October. You can try flying with experienced instructors in two-seater…

Obinitsa Seto Museum

The Obinitsa Seto Museum offers an opportunity to learn about the unique history and culture of Setomaa through exploring the family life, traditions and customs of Seto families. The items in the cosy museum come from the surrounding villages; we place a particularly high value on the fine…

Water and sauna centre of Laine Spa Hotel

The modern water and sauna centre of Laine Spa Hotel offers various options for relaxation. You can swim in a pool, relax in a hot tub, visit a steam, infrared or Finnish sauna, and enjoy the view of the sea from the sanarium. We have separate dressing and washing rooms for women and men, but the…

Sääretirp

This unusual name marks the location of a unique cape. You know you are close if you see the statue of Leigri, a hero of Hiiu County. The esker runs from north-east to south-west. Its higher parts are covered with vegetation but becomes a beach full of pebbles. Unique trees and shrubs grow here…

Narva River Promenade

The River Promenade is about 967 m long and situated on the river bank in the historical heart of Narva. In the east, it borders with the Narva River; in the west, with bastion walls and the Hermann castle; in the north, with Narva harbour; finally, in the south, with Joaorg recreational area. The…

Tallinn Town Hall Square

Town Hall Square has been a market place and the centre of this old Hanseatic town since the Middle Ages. It became the centre of the Lower Town at the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries. As a square it plays an important role today as well - in summer it is filled with outdoor cafes, plays host…

Tarvas sculpture

The Tarvas sculpture was unveiled in 2002 to mark the 700th anniversary of Rakvere. Situated close to the Order Castle on Vallimägi hill, Tarvas is 7 metres long, stands 4 metres high and weighs 7 tonnes. He stands on a granite base bearing the coat of arms of Rakvere, a brief history of the town…

Heimtali Museum of Domestic Life

Museum situates in an old village school building of Heimtali that is a beautiful rubble stone building from year 1864. Visitors can familiarize themselves with perfect collection of the examples of national handicraft like old household goods and the furnishings of hundred years old schoolroom. In…

Kondas Centre

The former parsonage building houses an outsider art and modern professional art museum, which displays the collection owned by Viljandi Museum of paintings by one of the best known Estonian naive artists Paul Kondas (1900-1985). In its six exhibition halls, constantly alternating exhibitions by…

Mini Zoo

The Mini Zoo is located in the centre of Pärnu and visitors can see many interesting animals living in its terrarium. The zoo’s collection consists of snakes from the Estonian viper Vipera berus to the large reticulated python and Python molurus. The venomous snakes found in the zoo also include…

Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle

The Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle and Cathedral, which was established in the 13th century as the centre of the Saare-Lääne Diocese, is one of the best preserved castles in Estonia.  Interesting facts: * You might encounter Estonia’s most famous ghost – the White Lady. * In the moat, you will find a…

Valgehobusemäe Skiing and Holiday Centre

The Valgehobusemäe Skiing and Holiday Centre situated in the Kõrvemaa Landscape Protection Area invites you to spend your vacation in a healthy manner both in summer and winter. You can enjoy 3 and 5 km long lighted ski tracks with interesting profiles, snowboard and snowtube tracks with an…

Aqva Hotel & Spa

The exclusive Aqva Hotel & Spa is situated at the foot of the hill on which stands Rakvere's historical castle. Awaiting you are a modern hotel and relaxing sauna complex and water park, as well as luxurious treatments and procedures at the Alessandro and Emeraude Spas. Try the delicious breakfasts…

Alatskivi Castle

A magical castle on the eastern border of Estonia is waiting for you! Here, you can get acquainted with the life and history of an aristocratic family and meet the various servants who worked in the manor a century ago. The tour guides of the castle know countless stories; you can also make your…

Monument and memorial park to Betti Alver

The park and monument dedicated to Betti Alver were opened with a ceremony on the writer's 90th birthday in 1996. This is not a traditional bust of a writer, but a symbol focussed on creation. The poet's autograph, signature in stone, is in the base of the monument. The monument as a whole depicts…

Kassinurme Fort and Sacred Grove

The Kassinurme ancient area was established 7000 years ago and the fort 2000 years ago.  The sacred grove was discovered when the settlement was established and it is one of the oldest sacred places in Estonia. A fragment of the ancient fort has been restored. At present the sacred grove is the…

Restaurant Lilli

Restaurant Lilli operates in a beautiful art nouveau house built in the 1930s. There is a 30-seat restaurant on the ground floor and a 20-seat restaurant and a cigar room on the first floor of the house. A 60-seat terrace is opened in the courtyard of the building in the summer season. There is a…

Viru bog study trail

Viru bog, one of the most accessible bogs in Estonia, passes through the forest and bog landscapes characteristic of Lahemaa National Park. The trail is 3.5 km and the lap is 6 km long. The study trail introduces the bog's flora, former sand dunes, eskers, and heath forest. There is a boardwalk…

Ants Laikmaa's Home Museum

Artist Ants Laikmaa was born in the Vigala Rural Municipality in Lääne County on 5 May 1866.  A. Laikmaa studied painting in St. Petersburg and at the Academy of Arts in Dusseldorf; his favourite technique was pastel. He mostly painted natural landscapes and portraits of Estonian intelligentsia and…

Viljandi Pauluse kirik (St. Paul’s church in Viljandi)

When the town of Viljandi started to grow in the middle of the 19th century the only church in town became too small for the people. The Viljandi estate owner baron Ungern-Stenberg gave the community a part of his estate as building ground for the church. Interesting to know: · The architect of the…

Kassari Chapel

Kassari chapel is a building with romantic appearance that is the only functioning thatched-roof stone church in Estonia. Reputedly it dates back to 18th century because on the inner wall of the chapel there is a year 1801 that is associated with big repair. In the graveyard there are the graves…

The Pühtitsa Dormition Convent (Kuremäe Convent)

The Kuremäe Convent, located in the centre of Kuremäe, was established in 1891, and is the only functioning Russian Orthodox nunnery in Estonia. In ancient times, a sacred place of the Estonians was located here and a sacrificial spring was at the foot of the hill. The spring is knows as a “holy…

Võru-Kubija cross-country skiing tracks

The starting point of these tracks, which are 4 km from the centre of Võru, is at the ski centre at the Kubija Hotel. The tracks measure 2, 3 and 5 km and are lit until 20:00 from Monday to Friday.

Ungru castle ruins

The ruins of the Ungru manor used to represent one of the most impressive Neo-Baroque buildings in Estonia, although it never was really finished. Its sophisticated footprint and the numerous baroque volute ornaments on its gables are characteristic for the castle. Interesting to know: The Ungru…

Intsikurmu Music Festival

Intsikurmu Music Festival attracts people back to the woods in order to find themselves and their predecessors through music. Charged with incredible ancient energy, the festival venue under the tall trees is a beautiful sight for the eyes. A wide-ranging music programme exudes warmth and has a…

Lahemaa National Park and RMK Oandu Nature Centre

Lahemaa National Park was founded in 1971 and is designed to preserve, research, and introduce the nature, cultural heritage, biodiversity, landscapes, national culture, and nature conservation of Northern Estonia. Lahemaa is one of Europe's most important forest protection areas. Oandu Nature…

Padise Monastery

Padise Monastery is an architectural and historical site of great importance, not only in Estonian terms but also in those of Northern Europe as a whole. It was constructed in the 14th century by Cistercian monks, but extensions and improvement work continued for more than 200 years. It fell into…

Ice Age Centre (Jääaja Keskus)

The Ice Age Centre is a theme park for the whole family – a place where one building provides an overview of the history and future of the whole universe in an entertaining way. It is a unique visiting centre in the entire Baltic region – here, you will see full-scale prehistoric animals and learn…

Elistvere Animal Park

The animal park which opened in 1997 is located in the territory of the former Elistvere manor park. Native wild animals – foxes, roe deer, a bear, lynxes, elks, wild boars, buffalos – are settled in the conditions similar to those they experience in the nature. Those interested may also visit the…

Rapla Maarja-Magdaleena Church

This Rapla church is the only rural church with two towers in Estonia. The New Roman style building that was consecrated in 1901 was designed by Baltic German architect Rudolf von Engelhardt, and is one of the purest examples of this style in Estonia. Interesting facts: The pulpit and altar were…

Grand Race around Lake Viljandi

This event, one of the biggest on the sports calendar in Viljandi County and a symbol of the continuity of sporting life in the region, is popular among runners throughout the country. It offers a stunning course with diverse scenery that makes the fun run even more memorable. Over the years the…

Health track of the Rapla Vesiroosi Health Park

900 m of Vesiroosi health track is lit. The natural training track is 2.2 km long. Here, you can go Nordic walking or practice riding a mountain bike. The beginning and end of the track is next to the car park of the Rapla Vesiroosi Upper Secondary School. It has a great sledding hill for children…

Avatud Ateljee Art Studio

The Art Studio sells great Estonian oil paintings and graphic art, high-class leather and wood goods and high temperature ceramics by Aivar Rumvolt. Please do not hesitate to call on us, if you need a special gift for your guest. The Avatud Ateljee Studio organises different courses: you are…

Sagadi Manor

Manor complex is located in Lahemaa National Park. The history of manor dates back for 500 years. For the time being Sagadi has become the centre of tourism and natural and cultural education. The complex is extraordinary for its unity: lots of outbuildings with repaired roads, parkways, park and…

Sõrve Lighthouse

In 1646 Livonian governor general Gabriel Oxenstierna had a primitive lighthouse – a beacon – built on a little island located at the tip of Sõrve Peninsula. Autumn storms showed that the small island selected for the beacon was unsuitable and the beacon was relocated to the tip of Sõrve Peninsula…

Kuremaa Swimming Pool

Piusa Caves Visitor Centre

Piusa Caves Visitor Centre houses a museum, seminar room for 50 people, a café and a handicraft room for children. We provide guide services, educational excursions for schools, workshops and seminars. When accompanied by the guide, you can visit the observation platform at the Museum cave. The…

Valgesoo study trail

A bog hike is well-suited for learning about the development of swamps and vegetation and for observing pines. A 1.8 km round study trail goes around Valgesoo bog. A well-maintained boardwalk is about 1 km from the trail. On the study trail, you can observe bog plants, old forest plants including…

St Olaf's Church in Tallinn

St Olaf's Church in Tallinn, the city's biggest medieval structure, took its name from the sainted Norwegian king Olav II Haraldsson. The church was first mentioned in 1267. It became one of the main churches in the Lower Town and formed its own congregation, which at first mostly comprised…

Casemates of the Bastion Victoria in Narva

During its 300 years of history, the bastion Victoria has withstood many wars. At the beginning of the 21st century, it justified its reputation again – after a complete restoration, it became a winner once more! Bastion became one of the main tourist attractions in the region. Exhibition in the…

Museum of Viljandi

Museum of Viljandi is located in an old pharmacy with an exhibition on two floors presenting the history of Viljandi up to the middle of 20th century. There are many stuffed animals and birds in the exhibition stand introducing nature. A varied collection of archaeological finds gives an overview…

Mahtra Peasant Museum and Atla-Eeru Tavern

Mahtra Peasant Museum displays everyday items and tools from the 19th century and the 1858 Mahtra War with its background and events. Atla-Eeru tavern, where various thematic events are held, is a part of the Museum. Good to know: - We offer various exhibitions and workshops! - Atla-Eeru…

Rebasevälja farm

The farm was built during the first quarter of the previous century. The house is imbued with the feel and design of that era from wallpaper and furniture to dinnerware. However, it also has all mod cons: household appliances, Wi-Fi, toilet and shower. Guests can use two bedrooms: a single room…

Kiek in de Kök Museum

Strong medieval fortification tower Kiek in de Kök (Germ. "peek in the kitchen") got its name from a legend about some soldiers in the tower who liked to peek from the top of the tower into the windows of Lower Town kitchens. Nowadays, the tower houses a museum that introduces the genesis of…

Intsikurmu Music Festival

Intsikurmu Music Festival attracts people back to the woods in order to find themselves and their predecessors through music. Charged with incredible ancient energy, the festival venue under the tall trees is a beautiful sight for the eyes. A wide-ranging music programme exudes warmth and has a…

Ristna Lighthouse

The Ristna Lighthouse is located on the Ristna northern cape, which is relatively close to the Kõpu Lighthouse, which is built on a rise in the middle of bogs and is therefore often concealed by fog. This was also the reason that the Ristna Lighthouse was built. It was ordered from France in 1873…

Angla Windmill Mount

Four of the five Angla windmills are typical trestle windmills characteristic of the island of Saaremaa. They were built at the beginning of the 20th century. A Dutch-style windmill, slightly taller than the others and built in 1927, stands in the middle of the group. Now also forming part of the…

Kristi's Ceramics Workshop

Kristi's Ceramics Workshop (Kristi Keraamikakoda) that is open throughout the year is located in a historical wooden building at the city centre of Kärdla; the locals know it as the first house with a chimney in town. The dinnerware created at Kristi Keraamikakoda has a genuine Hiiumaa feel, being…

A.H. Tammsaare Museum in Vargamäe

Tammsaare Museum in Vargamäe is the writer's birthplace, which inspired him to write the novel Truth and Justice. This is where the neighbours Andres and Pearu struggled with the bog, dug a ditch, and kept up their stubbornness like Estonians tend to do. In the museum, you can learn about the…

Hansa Days in Tartu

During the Hanseatic Days in Tartu visitors of all ages will experience the colourful and merry market atmosphere. The city will also see a visit from the spirit of the Hanseatic era who is full of surprises. For two days the city centre will become a place where visitors can taste dishes made from…

A visit to the Paasiku Dogs' manor

Paasiku Dogs' Manor is a holiday centre located 35 km out of Tallinn. At the moment, the dogs' manor houses 21 Siberian Huskies. We have bred dogs for almost ten years. Siberian Huskies are very friendly and they love getting a lot of attention. We will tell you about the breed, history, character…

Hanseatic Days in Viljandi

Viljandi is an ancient town full of youthful vigour. If today Viljandi can be called the export capital of Estonia due to the numerous innovative companies located here, then in the Middle Ages, the city was the centre of activity due to the trade route that passed through the city. Viljandi…

Vaivara Blue Hills Museum

The renovated barn and smithy of the Vaivara Manor are the buildings of the museum. The exhibition is dedicated to the battles held on the Narva River and in the Blue Hills in 1944. The museum exhibits weapons, uniforms, soldiers' personal effects, wartime photographs, enemy propaganda leaflets…

Grand Race around Lake Viljandi 2017

This event, one of the biggest on the sports calendar in Viljandi County and a symbol of the continuity of sporting life in the region, is popular among runners throughout the country. It offers a stunning course with diverse scenery that makes the fun run even more memorable. Over the years the…

Hiking trail around Lake Viljandi

The Lake Viljandi hiking trail begins by the Viljandi stadium. The trail is 13.5 km long and it can be passed both on foot and on a bicycle. On the trail you will have breathtaking views to Lake Viljandi (from Huntaugu and Järveotsa) and to the town of Viljandi across the lake (from mount Viiratsi).

Pärnu Mud Baths

The neoclassicist building of the Mud Baths is one of the most important symbols of the Pärnu resort. The building was designed by Olev Siinmaa and Baltic German designers Erich von Wolffeldt and Aleksander Nürnberg; it was constructed in 1926-1927 in place of a bathing house that burned down in…

Pühajärve Spa & Holiday Resort

A modern and cosy health spa awaits you at Pühajärve Spa & Holiday Resort. Relieve your chronic illnesses, muscle tension and stress and relax in our massage baths. All treatments are administered by professionals, including specially trained acupuncture, reiki and oriental massage specialists and…

Christmas in Tartu

We might have white Christmas, we might not be that lucky. There is no knowing even when it comes to old university towns in this matter of great importance.  But one thing is certain – every year Tartu will become a Christmas City, snow or no snow. This joyous transformation will always take place…

Villa Ammende

Villa Ammende is one of the best examples of early art nouveau style in Estonia. The grand villa with a large garden was built in 1905 and belonged to the Ammende merchant family. The façades and interiors of the house were abundant, rich in detail and diverse, but also very stylish. The family…

Africa Beach and Promenade

The splendour of Haapsalu, the famous Czarist era resort, is recalled by the seafront Promenade and its jewel -- the Assembly Hall with its wooden “gingerbread”. Walk on the sloping promenade and glance dreamily at the sea; check the time at the sundial and have a rest on the bench named for the…

Main building of the University of Tartu

There is no question that the main building of the University of Tartu is one of the gems of the city. It was built between 1804 and 1809 according to the design by the architect Johann Wilhelm Krause. The opening ceremony of the building was held on 3 July 1809. All important events in the life of…

Escaping from the former Pärnu prison

We re-opened the legendary Pärnu prison, which has a long history and was closed in 2007. Here, we have established the largest complex of escape rooms full of different puzzles in the Nordic Countries and Eastern Europe. The prison you have to escape from hides the secrets of the most…

Iisaku Parish Museum

At Iisaku Museum, you will see a piece of a rod-knitted glove, found on the bracelet of a Votic woman, buried at the end of the 13th century or at the beginning of the 14th century in the Jõuga burial mound. It is the oldest rod-knitwear found in Europe. The building used to house a ministry school…

Saka Manor Hotel

Saka Manor is a small and romantic manor complex in the midst of the gorgeous nature, located on the edge of the unique Ontika limestone cliff. In addition to the hotel building and the manor, visitors can enjoy a mini-SPA, a pool area, and an a'la carte restaurant in the vault of the mansion house…

Muhu Museum

Skating trips in Kõrvemaa

Come to a skating trip in Kõrvemaa! Skating on bog ponds is something that everyone should try at least once in their life. The frozen bog islands alternating with frozen bog ponds - it is like a winter wonderland. The experience cannot be compared to anything else and positive emotions are…

Beaver Trail

Starting from the Soomaa National Park Visitor Centre, the Beaver Trail takes you through forested woods to see a number of beaver lodges and dams. With plenty of evidence of beaver activity throughout the entire trail, it won't be long until you'll find chopped down trees and all sorts of den…

Hiking trail in the Meenikunno bog

Cabins for hikers, an observation tower and a boardwalk attract many nature lovers to the Meenikunno bog. This is a beautiful recreation area. While walking down the boardwalk, you can see the most common bog plants: leather leaf, bog rosemary, crowberry, Marsh Labrador tea, and tussock cottongrass…

Rakvere Church of the Trinity

A late medieval church with an unusually high and slender spire that was built in the 17th century. Grave marker of Bishop Arnoldus H. Annabat. Eye-catching Baroque fretwork masterpieces – the pulpit and altar wall.

Hiiumaa Tourist Information Centre

Hiiumaa Tourist Information Centre is located at the central square of Kärdla, in the historical Pritsumaja (Fire department) building. Hiiumaa Tourist Information Centre cooperates with the Hiiumaa Käsitööselts (handicraft association) and thanks to that, we sell products of the best craftsmen in…

Tartu Love Film Festival "tARTuFF"

tARTuFF is a unique outdoor film festival taking place in the second biggest city in Estonia - Tartu. Located in the heart of the Old Town, the festival screens a diverse selection of genre and documentary films, focusing on the many facets of love. All films are screened free of charge. The…

Papagoi Keskus (Parrot Centre)

At Papagoi Keskus (Parrot Centre), exotic and tame parrots are waiting for visitors. This is a unique leisure and learning centre for bird enthusiasts. We organize seminars for children and pupils. You can also celebrate children's birthdays here. In addition, we run a bird hotel where you can…

Hotel Metsis Hunting Hall

Hotel guests, people who love good food and hunters all feel good in the Hunting Hall. The well-designed interior creates a cosy atmosphere where you can enjoy delicious and nicely presented food and warm service. The dishes made of game are the undisputed hits on the menu. Children can make their…

Estonian Road Museum

Located in the historical Varbuse postal station, the Estonian Road Museum introduces the development of roads and traffic through interactive displays. A large variety of two-wheeled vehicles, a spectacular machinery hall, and exciting exhibitions offer plenty to explore. On the second floor of…

Pädaste Manor

The earlier history of the manor begins with 16th century. In the end of 17th century there was also an orchard created in addition to the mansion and other manor buildings. By the 19th century the number of peasants had risen up to two hundred. The facade of the mansion and the lawn is framed by…

Restaurant Ugandi Resto

Restaurant-Cafe-PizzeriaUgandi Resto, which offers delicious meals, pleasant service, and a stylish design, is a leisure time restaurant at Otepää. Our cuisine is characterised by European flavours with Italian influences. We will caress your taste buds and fill up your stomach. The restaurant…

Italian wine party

The wine party began with the idea of introducing Haapsalu’s twin town Greve, located in the Chianti region of Italy. Wine is offered by the majority of Estonian importers as well as by their Italian partners. The wine party begins on Friday in Haapsalu’s cafés with Italian wine tastings. On…

Harju County Museum

Since 1988, Harju County Museum has called the former main building of Keila Manor its home. Museum is surrounded by a historical manor park with ruins of a small castle and a pre-historic sacrificial stone. Its permanent exhibition on the life of Harju County takes you back through time in the…

Pargi Resto

Restaurant Pargi Resto is located in the centre of Rapla in a historical limestone building that has been renovated to be contemporary and beautiful. During weekdays, we serve reasonably priced daily specials.

Lake Viljandi Beach

There are many ball courts, outdoor pool, diving tower, boat and water bike rental in the picturesque Lake Viljandi Beach. There's also a recreational field with swings, slides, climbers, a net climber over 6 metres tall, Tarzan trail and much more. Some of the attractions are also suitable for…

Seto Farm Museum

The Seto Farm Museum enables the visitors to learn about the farm architecture, old tools and rich collection of handicraft items dating from the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century. The exposition comprises a half-enclosed yard, a dwelling, storehouses for clothes, grain and food, a…

Tagurpidi Maja

Tagurpidi Maja (upside-down house) is a dizzying adventure for both the young and the old. We literally turned the house upside down. The upper floor is the lower floor and the lower floor is the upper floor. Sofas, cupboards, and everything else, which are located on the floor in ordinary…

Tartu Love Film Festival "tARTuFF"

tARTuFF is a unique outdoor film festival taking place in the second biggest city in Estonia - Tartu. Located in the heart of the Old Town, the festival screens a diverse selection of genre and documentary films, focusing on the many facets of love. All films are screened free of charge. The…

Hotel Metsis

Hotel Metsis is a small, secure and cosy hotel in the quiet district of the centre of Valga. The house is built in 1912 and it is renovated in 2005. The old milieu is preserved. 18 comfortable rooms are waiting for you in the hotel. 40 guests can be accommodated in total. Families with children are…

AHHAA Science Centre, Tartu

Want to surprise yourself? The AHHAA Science Centre offers science, excitement, adventure and useful skills, as well as a fun time for everyone. Our centre is an attractive learning environment in which you are bound to learn something new. The majority of our exhibits are 'hands-on', so you can…

Hill of Crosses

The Hill of Crosses is an area on the highway covered with crosses, the development of which is related to the expulsion of the Reigi Swedes in August 1781. Tsarina Catherin II signed an order that allowed the Swedes to resettle in South-Ukraine. On August 20, 1781, the emigrants gathered on the…

Hiiu Vill

The long white stone building is one of the few Vaemla Manor structures still standing and in use. The building was built in the middle of the 19th century as a hay barn for the manor. Currently, a family company named Hiiu Vill (Hiiu Wool) operates here. The oldest machines (“wool wolf”, carding…

Site of the ancient Salme ship

In 2008, two wrecks of ancient ships were discovered in the ground in Salme rural municipality which changed the course of naval history. This is the oldest ship wreck found in Estonia that dates back to the 8th century. The ship was discovered with the skeletal remains of seven people, two swords…

Veski Guesthouse Cafe

This cosy cafe with its lovely interior can be found on the Jõgeva-Mustvee road. It offers a tasty buffet lunch every day between 12:00 and 15:00, and thereafter a full a la carte menu.

The Soviet-Era Sillamäe

'Soviet-Era Sillamäe' is an exhibition in a Sillamäe Museum branch at the Sillamäe Cultural Centre. The exhibition is located on the premises of a former bomb shelter. You can explore everything related to the Soviet era, starting from the portraits and busts of leaders, pioneer paraphernalia and…

Rakvere Castle

The castle in Rakvere offers a lot of excitement for the entire family! When you enter the castle, you will find yourself in a theme park representing the everyday life of the 16th century. There, both young and old visitors can spend an exciting day as they dress up as knights and warriors, enjoy…

Haapsalu Town Hall

The museum was established in 1929. During the 1930s, antiquities were displayed in the watchtower of Haapsalu episcopal castle only during summers because the museum did not have its own building. In 1946, the museum was given the town hall dating back to the 18th century and the first permanent…

Veemäe Recreation Park

Veemäe Recreation Park is a nice place to relax in natural surroundings. It has everything – a hill, a pond, a field and a pasture, lots of snow in winter and quietness typical of countryside. In winter you can snow-tube on the lit slope of Veemäe snow hill with an elevator, or go ice-skating or…

Town Hall Square in Tartu

Tartu Town Hall Square is the trapeze-shaped central square of Tartu, surrounded by classical buildings. The current town hall is the third building that has been erected to that spot. In the 18th century, the square was the location of the most important market in the city – der Grosse Markt, or…

Väike-Munamäe Ski Resort

The popular Väike-Munamäe Ski Resort, or Munakas, was reopened in 2012. Munakas is 2 km from Otepää. The height difference of the hill with two T-bar lifts is 70 m and the longest slope is 450 m. Welcome! The Munaka Team

The University of Tartu Museum

The University of Tartu Museum introduces the history of science and university education from the 17th century until today; come and discover the rich historical heritage of the university and listen to stories about science, art, astronomy, medicine and student life!

Days of Narva

The most colourful event in June in Narva is City Days. Traditionally this event falls on the first weekend of the month. The program of the city’s main event is made in such a way that the residents and guests can take an active part in it, rather than just look on. The list of activities includes…

Räpina Paper Factory

Räpina Paper Factory (originally a paper mill) was completed in 1734, making it the oldest Estonian industrial company to still be in operation. It is also one of the most unique examples of industrial architecture in Europe. The first paper machine arrived in Räpina from Germany in 1873, which was…

Sauna Centre of Grand Rose SPA

Grand Rose SPA Sauna Centre was renovated at the beginning of 2018! We renewed the pool area, the pool in the spa complex, the children's pool, the Japanese bath, and acquired a new and larger hot tub. The saunas were also renewed and our sauna specialists invite you to try our new and exciting…

Skating at Kõrveküla Holiday Centre!

Kõrveküla Holiday Centre invites you skating, and after skating, to a hot sauna! If you wish, we can serve hot coffee or tea or glogg and pastries on the ice, as well as a refreshing dinner in the fireplace room of the sauna. We rent women's and men's skates. During the dark, the pond is lit. We…

Jazzkaar

Jazzkaar is the biggest jazz festival of the Baltics, held in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia since 1990. Jazzkaar is a festival in April presenting the hottest international and local jazz talents and filling the whole country with great sounds and activities. Combining a unique and versatile…

Monument to cold weather in Jõgeva

A monument to cold weather has been erected on the Piibe road on the outskirts of Jõgeva, where the lowest ever temperature in Estonia (-43.5*C) was recorded in 1940. The monument also highlights the most recent record of -37.6*C from 2003, also recorded in Jõgeva.

`Suur ja Väike Taevaskoda` sandstone outcrops

The two Taevaskoda outcrops, on the banks of the ancient valley of the Ahja River, are one of the most frequently visited sites in southern Estonia. The sandstone outcrops and ancient river form the most beautiful part of the Ahja River Landscape Reserve. Legends speak of caves and secret…

Kullametsa archery range

The bow has been a historic weapon from the 14th century, bow shooting is one of the oldest activities in the world which has by now become a hobby and a sport. English traditional longbow is suitable for recreational sport for people of all ages, regardless of their gender or physical condition…

Café Tsäimaja in the Seto Farm Museum

The Café Tsäimaja (Tea House) offers a selection of traditional food served in the handicraft ceramic dishes; the visitors can listen to Seto songs and music. There are 64 seats in the Tsäimaja; the terrace with 24 seats is open in summer. Dining for groups, organisation of events, using the…

Observation tower on Suur Munamägi

Suur Munamägi, 318 metres from the sea level, is the highest point of the Baltics. The observation tower on Suur Munamägi provides its visitors with a splendid 50 km range view of the Estonian nature. The current tower, the sixth in line, was constructed in 1939, and reconstructed in 1969. A…

Nature tour in Soeginina

An experienced nature guide takes you to a half day trip to the southernmost corner of the Vilsandi National Park. You will see and learn about the formation of the Baltic klint and the amazing fossils from different periods on the outcrops. You will walk on the bankline, covered with scree, and…

Tartu City Museum

This aristocratic residence in the Ülejõe district dating from the late 18th century is worthy of note for its original interior. Adjacent to its Louis XVI style grand hall on the main floor you will find the exhibition "Dorpat. Jurjev. Tartu", which provides a wealth of detail on the colourful…

Sled dog hikes in Järvselja forests and Peipsiveere Nature Reserve

Come and enjoy the wide open space of a natural landscape in a primeval manner – on a sled dog hike! Karusaare sled dog hikes offer a possibility to go on hikes in Järvselja forests all year round, and in the Peipsiveere Nature Reserve during winters. Our sled dogs love to be your companions during…

Days of Narva

The most colourful event in June in Narva is City Days. Traditionally this event falls on the first weekend of the month. The program of the city’s main event is made in such a way that the residents and guests can take an active part in it, rather than just look on. The list of activities includes…

Värska Spa

Värska Spa is unique in Estonia for its treatment arsenal. We offer revitalisation through natural means - freshwater therapeutic mud and Värska mineral water. The freshwater therapeutic mud has 10 times more organic substances than sea mud and contains a substantial amount of hydrogen sulphide…

Nipernaadi

NIPERNAADI, the eternal wanderer and dreamer, greets visitors and boldly raises his hat in the Säde park. Look at the sole of his raised travelling boot and you'll see adventurous roads awaiting for you. If you manage to polish even the smallest part of it you will always have good luck…

Valga Prison Camp Cemetery

During the Second World War, there was a camp for prisoners of war in the territory of the current Priimets Industrial Estate where the former stables of the Estonian Army had been converted into prisons. The Stalag 351 Camp was founded in summer 1941 for captured soldiers fighting in the Red Army…

Rakvere Town Citizen’s Home Museum

COME AND SEE HOW PEOPLE LIVED 100 YEARS AGO! Life without electricity, sewage and internet – seems impossible? Craftsmen who lived in this 18th century house could do without it! Here, you can see a 100-year-old living room, bedroom, dining room, and kitchen, as well as take a look at how…

Cafe and bakery Carl

Cafe and bakery Carl, located right in the centre of Valga, has a cosy interior, friendly service, and a delicious menu. Our dishes are always made from fresh and mostly Estonian raw ingredients. Our pastry cooks prepare delicacies which everyone will surely love. Our friendly team is more than…

Pritsumaja in Kuressaare

An eye-catching former fire station stands by the Kuressaare town hall. It was built in 1911, except for the stone tower that was built for drying the hosepipes in 1958. Once the new modern depot was built next to the bus station, the old one was left to tenants. Today, the building is a private…

Long House of the Hiiumaa Museum

Since 1998, Hiiumaa Museum is located in the old residence of the directors of the former Kärdla Broadcloth Factory, popularly known as the Long House. The house was constructed in the 1830s and 40s; over 60 m long, it is the longest wooden house in Kärdla. The Long House houses workrooms and…

Snowtubing at Valgehobusemägi

The snowtubing trail at Valgehobusemägi Ski and Recreation Centre was renewed in the summer of 2017 and is now equipped with a lift. To make it possible for people to snowtube until spring, we cover the trail in artificial snow. The snowtubing trail is open every day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. You…

Toolse Order Castle

The Order castle of Toolse is one of the more recent medieval castles on the northern coast of Estonia, it is also the castle located closest to the sea. The initial fortified manor house was probably erected by the order in the 14th century with the purpose of protecting the port, trade location…

Lähte ski trails

Lähte ski trails are located in Lähte small town, 15 km from Tartu. Ski trails are accessible 24 h for free. Lähte has four ski trails in varying lengths: 5 km, 2.5 km, 2 km and 1 km. During the winter, the ski trails are lit until 9 pm. You can also use a 1.25 km trail with artificial snow. Next…

International Festival Jazzkaar

Jazzkaar is the biggest jazz festival of the Baltics, held in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia since 1990. Jazzkaar is a festival in April presenting the hottest international and local jazz talents and filling the whole country with great sounds and activities. Combining a unique and versatile…

Ruins of the Viljandi Order Castle

The stone castle started to appear on the place of the former Estonian stronghold in 1224. The fortress got its final shape and size in the beginning of the 16th century and was one of the distinguished fortresses in Estonia and Latvia. Due to wars between Sweden, Poland and Russia all that is left…

Tartu Toy Museum

Tartu Toy Museum, situated in the Old Town of Tartu, takes adults back to the brighter days of their childhood and offers children plenty of interesting things to see and do. The permanent exhibition displays toys that Estonian children have played with throughout the years. Artist-made dolls…

Husky sledding tour, starting from Tallinn

Husky rides are undoubtedly the most fun you can have in Estonia in the winter. Our tours take you to Kõrvemaa or Rapla County, depending on the weather. Participants of the tour can try riding a husky-led sled; additionally, they will learn about the life of huskies, their training, and their fun…

Suuremõisa castle

The baroque Suuremõisa castle was constructed between 1755 and 1760, commissioned by Countess Ebba-Margaretha von Stenbock (née De la Gardie). Count Jacob Pontus Stenbock, who inherited the estate from his mother the Countess, exchanged it in 1796 for Uuemõisa manor due to his debts. The new…

Tartu Traffic Town

Traffic Town teaches children about the rules of traffic and provides an opportunity to experience driving small electric vehicles in an exciting 560 m2 town. The town is especially suitable for children between the ages of 4 and 10, as our 20 cars simply do not fit older children. There are gas…

Harilaiu hiking trails

Harilaiu Peninsula is the most beautiful and ancient part of Vilsandi National Park. It has been a protected area for fauna, flora and geology since 1924. Harilaiu hiking trail starts from the car park of the Harilaiu recreation site of the State Forest Management Centre. The longer 10 km marked…

Aparaaditehas Creative City

In this old manufacturing complex, refrigerators, secret parts for submarines, as well as non-functioning umbrellas and zippers for throwing everyone off the scent were produced during Soviet times. In the middle of 1970's, the factory employed nearly 1,500 people. It had its own health centre with…

Ööbiku Gastronomy Farm Restaurant

A unique 5-course dinner, prepared by Ants Uustalu, owner and head chef of Ööbiku Farm, from ingredients received from local farmers and seasonal forest products, is just a 50-minute drive from Tallinn. From Wednesday to Saturday, dinner is served at 7 p.m. On Sundays, we offer a late lunch from 3…

Tõstamaa Manor

The beautifully renovated Tõstamaa Manor has a colourful history and it is one of the best known sights in the area. Even though it has a late classicist appearance, the manor was established in the Middle Ages. It has been used as a school since 1921. You can go on a tour of the manor where you…

Paide Vallitorn and Ruins of the Order Castle at Vallimägi

Building of the Paide Order Castle started in 1265. Local white limestone was used to build the castle. The first building on Vallimägi Hill was the octagonal Tall Hermann Tower, which was destroyed by the retreating Red Army in 1941. The tower was restored for the 650th anniversary of the St…

Spa and Sauna Centre of Kubija Hotel

The health services of Kubija Hotel and Nature Spa are ideal for clients, who value peace and quiet, high level of service and an individual approach. Kubija Sauna and Spa Centre has pools in 5 different sizes, depths and temperatures and 4 saunas (90 °C Finnish sauna, 70 °C aroma sauna, 45 °C…

V Spa

The one-letter name of our V Spa is inspired by vitality. Everything good in this life begins in water and as everyone is the master of their own happines, we will only provide you with a starting point – the first letter – the very perfect opportunity to relax in the delightful world of water…

Sõru Jazz

Sõru Jazz is a summer jazz-music festival with a cosy atmosphere, and it brings a number of well-known and acknowledged Estonian musicians to Hiiumaa for three days. In addition to good music and company, Hiiumaa itself is an asset with its beautiful ports and lovely people, all of which has become…

Seikle Vabaks takes you on an exploration trip to Soomaa National Park! We will hike on foot or using bogshoes, a canoe or a kayak!

Throughout the year, we can take you on an exploration trip of the beautiful sites in Soomaa National Park, as well as share fascinating stories of local life! When hiking with us, you will receive: * quality tour guide services * a filling outdoor meal * if possible, we will visit the Nature…

Adavere ice skating rink

Adavere ice skating rink is open to all skaters next to the manor school in the town of the same name, around 120 km from Tallinn on the Tallinn-Tartu Highway. You can see it from the road.

Põlva Peasant Museum

Põlva Peasant Museum is a unique open air museum in Southern Estonia. The visitors can learn about the school, local community government and life in farm of the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century. The typical arrangement of the buildings in the community centre was formed at…

Kuressaare Town Hall

Kuressaare town hall was built in 1654-1670. The initiator of town hall building was count M. G. De la Gardie. Town hall is simple and dour but appears to be grand representative of so called northern baroque the decoration of which is hewed portal that dates 1670. On top of the portal on the…

Sleigh ride in the wintery nature at Pärnu County

We welcome you to Maria Farm to enjoy a real winter experience! During the sleigh ride along the endless forest roads, you can admire the beautiful untouched nature while being warmly wrapped in sheepskin and blankets. On the road, you may also encounter curious wild animals. One hour of the sleigh…

Reigi church

Reigi did not become an independent parish until 1627. Baron O. R. L. von Ungern-Sternberg had its stone church - which is dedicated to Jesus - built in memory of his son Gustav, who had taken his own life. The greatest treasure of Reigi church is its art collection. Did you know...? *The name…

Kohtuotsa viewing platform

Kohtuotsa viewing platform is on the northern side of Toompea hill. It provides excellent views over the red roofs and towering spires of the Old Town as well as of the gleaming highrise buildings in the new part of the city. In the background is the Gulf of Finland, the port and the Pirita…

Riisa study trail in the Soomaa National Park

You will find a sign by the Jõesuu-Tõramaa Road that invites you to a boardwalk in the beautiful Riisa bog. The trail passes 8 rest stops and a watchtower. A motorway, a car park, and an outhouse are located right by the gate at the beginning of the trail. The hike begins in a spacious bog and…

Keila-Joa Manor and Schloss Fall Museum

This manor complex was built in 1833 in neo-gothic style according to the designs of Hans von Stackenschneider, who would go on to become one of the key representatives of the historicist style in Russia. The manor has an amazing location – a rocky river with rapids runs through the valley, a 6 m…

Dirhami Fish Cafe

Dirhami Fish Cafe can be summarised with the phrase "good tastes and the sea." Even though the cafe is located at a remote place, the journey there is completely worth it: The cafe is on the beach, overlooking the marina, and the wonderful sunset. As one may guess from the cafe's name, the…

Avinurme Woodworking Centre

Avinurme Woodworking Centre is a tourism centre which is home to local craftsmen. It offers the widest selection of woodwork products in Estonia, including dozens of sauna and household items. You can even put your own skills to the test! The centre organises a variety of workshops, from basket…

Animal observation hikes at Toosikannu Holiday Centre

Wild animal safari or animal observation is an exciting and unique activity. A fun hike awaits you just about 80 km from Tallinn. Guests can meet many wild animals that are characteristic of Estonia in the Toosikannu Holiday Centre. Many wild boars, moose and roe deer have found a comfortable home…

XXVI Viljandi Folk Music Festival

The festival takes place every July in the castle park and centre of Viljandi. It is the strongest expression of a special mindset originating from the early 1990s. This mindset values tradition, heritage, and a local identity and tries to adapt the spiritual values collected over hundreds and…

Valga Town Hall

Valga Town hall is one of the 21 places worth discovering in Southern Estonia that are marked with a yellow National Geographic window; if you are interested in culture and history, visiting these places is highly recommended. The Town Hall was built in 1865 and its high half-hipped roof, skylights…

Limestone Sculptures in Paide Town

The first Paide Limestone Days were held in 1996 and by now, they have become a tradition. Artists are given natural limestone to work with and create a piece of art. The sculptures are set up in Paide Town. Good to know: The best known sculptures are Limestone Symphony and Source of Creation on…

Kadriorg Palace

Kadriorg can be considered to be the grandest example of palace and park design in Estonian architectural history. The palace, originally an imperial summer residence, has been extremely well preserved since the early 18th century. Designed to resemble the Italian palaces of the time, the palace…

Liliina linen factory outlet Liina

Liliina Linen in Rakvere is one of the few companies of its kind in Estonia. We have been operating since 1945, and our main resources include industrial looms. We use these for producing fabrics from flax and cotton, which are then used for making textiles for saunas and homes: bath towels, sauna…

Chimes at St John's Church in Viljandi

At St John's Church in Viljandi, the biggest chime in Estonia, made by 25 bells, can be heard. The bells were manufactured at the Royal Eijsbouts bell foundry in the Netherlands and they have been ringing since the International Hanseatic Days were held in Viljandi in 2015. The chimes can be heard…

Põhjaka Manor

Põhjaka Manor in Järva County houses a catering place run by the principles of national cuisine using local raw materials and offering affordable, simple and delicious dishes. There are seats for 60 visitors. Passers-by and groups travelling along the Tallinn-Tartu road are both welcome…

Toompea Castle

Toompea Castle was erected on the foundations of the crumbling eastern wing of the fortress built on this site in the 13th and 14th centuries. The castle with its late Baroque façade was built between 1767 and 1773. The history of Toompea is the story of the rulers and conquerors of Estonia, each…

Tallinn Gate

Tallinn gate is the only surviving 17th century gate with an embankment in the Baltic Countries; until 1710, it was known as Carl Gustav (the King's) Gate. From the gate, a bridge led across the trench to a postal road to Tallinn. The author of the gate is probably Erik Dahlberg; he constructed…

Muna cafe

This cosy cafe is situated in the new building of the Narva College of the University of Tartu in the heart of the Old Town of Narva. It offers a wide range of dishes, including a special evening menu, and a variety of sweets. The drinks menu has both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and there…

Otepää Winterplace

Otepää Winterplace – four months of winter fun for the entire family! Otepää Winterplace is a winter fun park for the entire family that offers various leisure activities in the Linnamäe Valley in the centre of Otepää. Here, you will find snowtubing tracks and tube rental, sledging and skiing…

Kick sledge hike on the ice of Lake Pühajärv or along the sports tracks

Otepää's excellent snow conditions and varied landscape with narrow forest trails and prepared sleigh roads are perfect for kick sledging. Ice conditions permitting, an entirely unique experience is provided by a kick sledge hike across the lake ice. Many participants haven't used a kick sledge…

RMK Rannametsa-Tolkuse Nature and Study Trail

The dunes of Rannametsa have always been a popular place among hikers. A nature and study trail, as well as information boards have been built there to better introduce the Luitemaa Nature Reserve to visitors. The circular trail, which partly runs on a boardwalk, passes through the pine forest on…

Post mill figures Old Woman and Old Man

These two post mills, which have been redesigned as the mythical heroes of Saare County, are some of the most interesting sights on the island. They are called Old Woman and Old Man, or Piret and Suur Tõll in Mustjala folk costumes. Good to know: women place stones with their maiden names under…

Saatse Seto Museum

Saatse Seto Museum was opened in the former schoolhouse on 25 July 1974. The museum was founded by the legendary principal of Satserinna School, Viktor Veeber.  The new permanent exhibition of the museum that houses Setomaa's most extensive collection provides information on Saatse as a village…

Koigi bog hiking trail

The largest bog in Saare County with its 4.8 km trail is perfect for hiking. The footway and wooden boardwalk covered in wood chips pass through the bog around Lake Pikkjärv. There, you will find a lovely observation platform where you can relax and have a small picnic. There is also a 9 m…

Olustvere Manor

Olustvere Manor is one of the most fully preserved manor complexes in Estonia. In addition to the modern-style manor-house, also of interest are the estate manager's house, the red-bricked cattle yard, the dairy, the gates, the distillery and the barn. The heart of the manor is surrounded by rows…

Street Art Festival ’Stencibility’

Stencibility is an annual street art festival which believes that free and independent street art is necessary. It brings together artists and street art enthusiasts who share this view. We experiment a lot with the format of the festival to bring the most fascinating and weird street art projects…

Valga Visitors' Centre

Valga Visitors' Centre provides free information about the tourist attractions, accommodation and catering, active holiday ideas, cultural events, guide services and transport in Valgamaa and the whole Estonia. Chargeable services: booking accommodation, ordering a taxi, making copies, scanning…

Café and restaurant Piparmünt

Café and restaurant Piparmünt has two dining rooms; one is a more elegant restaurant and the other is a simpler café. Altogether, the café and restaurant have enough places for 60 diners; during summer, there are 40 additional places on the outdoor terrace. In Piparmünt, you can enjoy perfect…

XXVI Viljandi Folk Music Festival

The festival takes place every July in the castle park and centre of Viljandi. It is the strongest expression of a special mindset originating from the early 1990s. This mindset values tradition, heritage, and a local identity and tries to adapt the spiritual values collected over hundreds and…

Snow shoe hike in Linnuraba

Snow shoes offer an excellent opportunity to hike in swamps and forests. You can enjoy the tranquility of a snow-covered forest and the unparalleled beauty of a wintery peat bog. Estonia has a large wild animal population and the snow shoe hikes are an exciting way to track them Linnuraba is a…

Leigo Lake Music Festival

The Leigo Lake Music Festival is a perfect example of how to bring together nature and music to create unique and truly memorable experiences. Concerts on a variety of stages showcase music from classical to rock, with the summer's evening culminating in a Leigo-style display of fireworks - both…

Rapla River promenade

This promenade, which winds its way along the banks of the Keila River, is a favourite spot among walkers. On one side it is bordered by the Vigala River, and on the other by the Maarja-Magdaleena church park. Did you know…? *You can picnic on the promenade, and even share some of your lunch with…

Skating rink in Tähtvere Park

Each winter, a skating rink is made from natural ice under the arc of the Tartu Laululava. It is the largest open air rink in Tartu, which fits up to 40 people at a time. The skating rink is lighted and open around the clock. People who have their own skates may use the rink for free. With rainy…

Vilsandi National Park and RMK information point

Vilsandi is the oldest nature protection area in the Baltics, created in 1910, and reorganised as the Vilsandi National Park in 1993. There are over a hundred islands with lots of birds at the Vilsandi National Park, seals' haul-out sites, fish spawn bays, and various coastal sceneries in the…

Nõmme Snow Park

Nõmme Snow Park and the highest slopes in Tallinn are waiting for you! - Lighted slopes for beginners, the advanced, and for performing tricks; - Downhill skiing and snowboard courses for children, adults, and groups; - Tutorials and advanced trainings; - World-class mountain equipment rental…

Mukri bog nature trail

Mukri bog not far from Eidapere was once a lake, but formed some 9000 or 10,000 years ago. It is thought to be one of Estonia's oldest bogs. Did you know...? *Mukri bog has a 14-metre viewing tower. *A boardwalk leads the way through the bog. *Lake Mukri covers 2.2 ha and is full of little islands…

Põltsamaa Castle

Põltsamaa's stone fortress was constructed on the banks of the river in 1272. Between 1570 and 1578 it was the residence of Livonia's King Magnus. Repeatedly pillages, the castle was rebuilt by Woldemar Johann von Lauw in the 18th century as a grand rococo-style palace. The castle, and the church…

Snowshoe hiking in Kakerdaja bog

The best (and safest) way to hike through Estonia's bogs is using snowshoes. But you don't have to wait for the snow to set in before you use them – even when it's dry, they are the perfect footwear for the soggy terrain of bogs and marshland. Hiking through this unique landscape, which its myriad…

Bogshoe hike in Rubina swamp and bog in Mulgimaa

Rubina is the largest and best-preserved bog in the Mulgimaa area and is an area of great value to nature enthusiasts for its many bird species. A hike through Rubina's beauty, from the moss-covered marshlands; to a picnic lunch on a bog island covered in gigantic trees, is a hike is spent…

Estonian Police Museum

The interactive Estonian Police Museum gives visitors the chance to experience the work of police in a fun way for themselves. You can test your reaction skills at the wheel of a car, try on a police uniform, learn what to do to cope with civil unrest, take someone's fingerprints, solve criminal…

Pannjärve health and sports centre

The Pannjärve health and sports centre is situated close to Pannjärve in the Kurtna lakelands. The surrounding forests have trails measuring 1, 2, 3, 5, 7.5 and 20 km. In winter you can ski (both freestyle and classic) on lit tracks measuring 2 and 3 km. There is also a sledding slope and climbing…

Torupillitalu Holiday House

We introduce our guests the bagpipe and perform folk music. You can enjoy the performances of Anu and Triinu Taul. The farm has its own airport. Sightseeing flights with a motorised hang glider.

Ice rink on Harju Street, Tallinn

Ice rink on Harju Street - www.uisuplats.ee It is a unique pop-up ice rink in the centre of the Tallinn Old Town, opened at the beginning of December and closed at the end of March or the beginning of April, as the spring sun arrives. The ice rink on Harju Street, next to the historic St. Nicholas…

Lutheran Church of Blessed Virgin Mary in Põlva

The Church of Blessed Virgin Mary in Põlva is one of the oldest churches in historical Võrumaa. The rarities of the church are the old altar painting The Last Supper (1650) and the altar panels (1647). There is an altar painting The Resurrection (Friedrich Ludwig von Maydell, 1845). The church was…

Sleigh and sledge rides at Juurimaa Stable for families and groups

Come to Juurimaa and enjoy winter fun! Our weather has blessed Estonia with a thick snow carpet, and the forests are covered in magical white blanket of snow. We offer relaxing sleigh and sledge rides for groups. If you wish, we can come to you with our horses and sleighs. There is a lot to take…

Estonian Agricultural Museum

The museum is located at the historical Ülenurme Manor in Tartu County. It introduces the development of the Estonian agriculture and rural life. In addition to exhibitions, museum visitors can participate in classes, try blacksmithing and woodwork, restoration, baking rye bread, and much more…

Leigo Lake Music Festival

The Leigo Lake Music Festival is a perfect example of how to bring together nature and music to create unique and truly memorable experiences. Concerts on a variety of stages showcase music from classical to rock, with the summer's evening culminating in a Leigo-style display of fireworks - both…

Laitse Rally Park - old cars

If you have a passion for old cars, Laitse Rally Park has one of the most unique collections of cars! In total, there are a few dozen vehicles, some of which are available in the spring, summer and autumn for weddings or just for fun! We rent our cars only if you hire our driver as well! By…

Marimetsa Bog Hiking Trail

2 kilometres of the trail is an earth-track which runs along the high-voltage power line. Then it reaches the Marimetsa brook and from there along the banks of the brook till the rest area. From there the trail will take you over Kuresilma hill to Marimetsa bog. There is a viewing tower at the edge…

Penijõe bird observation tower

The 8-metre Penijõe observation tower has an open platform and there are benches at the top of the tower. The tower offers a view of the 3,000-hectare reed bed located between the delta branches of River Kasari. The reed bed is one of the most exciting habitats in Matsalu National Park. On spring…

The Farm Museum of C.R. Jakobson at Kurgja

In the museum, you can learn about the life and work of Carl Robert Jakobson, who played a leading role during the times of Estonian national awakening in the 19th century, and the farm he established. Animals are still kept on the farm so you can see cows, sheep and horses. You can also see the…

Railway Monument Engine

The year 1886 when the plan to build the Pihkva-Riga railway with a branch from Valga to Tartu became a crucial year in the development of the little town. The steam engine monument erected near the Valga railway station in 1998 celebrates the 110th anniversary of the Pihkva-Valga-Riga rail…

Narva TASTES

Narva TASTES The restaurants, bars and cafés of Narva, Narva-Jõesuu and other regions take part in the event. Visitors can take a look at the selection of the food that is offered and one ticket  allows you to taste one dish by any entrepreneur. A ticket costs 2 euro.  All ticket stubs participate…

Italian wine party

The wine party began with the idea of introducing Haapsalu’s twin town Greve, located in the Chianti region of Italy. Wine is offered by the majority of Estonian importers as well as by their Italian partners. The wine party begins on Friday in Haapsalu’s cafés with Italian wine tastings. On…

Kuutsemäe Holiday Centre

Kuutsemäe – the most attractive and compact mountain sports centre in Estonia that offers leisure opportunities during all seasons. By today, the centre has proved its sustainability, and since 1991, it has been the only mountain skiing and snowboarding centre in Estonia that operates without…

Estonian Mining Museum

Would you like to get a taste of what the life of a real coal miner was like? All you need to do is put on your wellies, grab a warm jacket and take a lamp; because, where else but underground would you hear, see and feel the same things as the men who toiled away underground every day? The mining…

Café and Pub Harakapesa

When we created Harakapesa, our heartfelt desire was to offer a cosy and friendly atmosphere, pleasant service, and naturally, delicious meals. In our contemporary kitchen, we try to prepare something delicious for any palate – for those who would like a homely meal, as well as for those who would…

Ilon's Wonderland

Ilon's Wonderland is a theme centre for children and families that showcases the work of Ilon Wikland, the illustrator of Astrid Lindgren's children's books. The three-storey building is open from September to April; it has a gallery, a cinema and an exhibition hall, Karlsson's Room, Ilon's…

Sõru Jazz

Sõru Jazz is a summer jazz-music festival with a cosy atmosphere, and it brings a number of well-known and acknowledged Estonian musicians to Hiiumaa for three days. In addition to good music and company, Hiiumaa itself is an asset with its beautiful ports and lovely people, all of which has become…

The "Väärt Raplamaa Toode" Shop

The shop that unites producers from the Rapla County under a common trademark is in an architecturally unique building. The interior of the shop has been designed in the same style as the building. The shop sells only products that are produced in the Rapla County. The selection includes everything…

St. John's Church in Viljandi

The church devoted to John the Baptist was erected in the 17thC upon the ruins of a Franciscan abbey. The church was destroyed several times in various wars and then invariably rebuilt. Still functioning after the Second World War, it was closed in 1950 and turned into a warehouse. It was…

Müüriääre Café

The highlighting features of Müüriääre Café are paintings by Epp-Maria Kokamägi, furniture by Jaak Arro and ceramics by Liisu Arro. As you walk in, the first thing you notice is the aroma of freshly-baked pastry which makes you feel like you are at you grandma's house. Cushions, candles, salt lamps…

Karksi Honey Festival

A family event for beekeepers and honey enthusiasts – the opening ceremony of the festival is a concert at Karksi Peetri (St. Peter) Church on Friday, followed by a day packed with events. On Saturday, you can listen to lectures on beekeeping, taste and buy honey and honey products, participate in…

Hinni canyon

Hinni canyon is a unique canyon valley in all of Estonia, located in a specially managed zone of Haanja Nature Park. Hinni canyon is carved into sandstone from the Devonian period. It is a 15–20 m deep, 300 m long, steep gulch with the rapidly flowing Enni creek cutting into its sandstone bottom…

Ööbikuorg valley and Rõuge lakes

There are seven lakes at Rõuge primeval valley, which is 10 km long and 52 metres deep. The lakes are: Kahrila, Tõugjärv, Ratasjärv, Kaussjärv, Rõuge Suurjärv, Liinjärv, and Valgjärv. The lakes are connected by the River Rõuge or River Ajo, which starts from the valley Tindiorg. Tindiorg, Külmorg…

Nelja Nurga Gallery

Nelja Nurga Gallery is located by the central square of Kärdla; it displays the creation of artists from Hiiumaa or with a connection to Hiiumaa. Painting, photography, graphic arts, sculpture, ceramics, glass and several other genres are all represented; most of the art is brand new, and always…

Dr. Fr. R. Kreutzwald Memorial Museum

The museum features the home of Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald (1803-1882), a physician and the founder of Estonian national literature, in Võru and gives a good overview of his activities. His living quarters reflect the interior design typical of the time; the garden house accommodates literary…

Värska Spa Water Park

Värska Water Park's jacuzzis are filled with pure mineral water. The Water Park has: mineral water constrast baths (17 °C and 34 °C), swimming pool (three 25-metre lanes, depth 1.2–1.8 m), pool for children and babies, upstream swimming, various water massage treatments, water bar, light therapy…

Narva TASTES

Narva TASTES The restaurants, bars and cafés of Narva, Narva-Jõesuu and other regions take part in the event. Visitors can take a look at the selection of the food that is offered and one ticket  allows you to taste one dish by any entrepreneur. A ticket costs 2 euro.  All ticket stubs participate…

Estonian Broadcasting Museum

The Estonian Broadcasting Museum was founded in Türi in 1999. The museum’s permanent exhibition introduces the history of broadcasting from the first test broadcasts to the present day. You can visit the Estonian Broadcasting Museum from Tuesday to Saturday. You can also book a guided tour in…

Kicksled rental at Saadjärv Yacht Club Holiday Centre

Lake Saadjärv is exciting throughout the year. The Saadjärve Yacht Club Holiday Centre rents kicksleds for discovering the wonderful Lake Saadjärv. We ask larger groups to please call us beforehand so we could ensure a kicksled for everyone. If you wish, you can also enjoy a raft sauna, a hot tub…

Christmas in Tartu

We might have white Christmas, we might not be that lucky. There is no knowing even when it comes to old university towns in this matter of great importance.  But one thing is certain – every year Tartu will become a Christmas City, snow or no snow. This joyous transformation will always take place…

Soomaa National Park and visitor centre

Soomaa National Park was established in 1993 to protect untouched bogs, biologically diverse glades, wooded meadows, and a variety of forests. Its diverse nature, a unique suspension bridge, distinctive skiff culture, and five seasons have made it a very popular destination. A visitor centre has…

Männikjärv hiking trail

Männikjärv hiking trail affords wonderful views of Lake Männikjärv and the bog surrounding it. The hiking trail offers a possibility to walk through a boreo-nemoral forest; the 2.2 km trial is suitable for a beginner. The trail is marked with red signs on trees, and it takes about 1 hour to…

Tartu St. John’s Church of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church

Tartu St. John's Church, which was built in the 14th century in Gothic style, is one of the oldest in Estonia; moreover, it is unique in Europe due to its many original terracotta sculptures. Today, almost 1,000 terracotta sculptures survive, their age reaching about 700 years. You are welcome to…

Knitting studio Üll

Knitting studio Üll is located in a lovely yellow building in Kärdla, in the historic Factory Square. There, slow fashion is made with fast knitting needles. Inspired by traditions and the latest trends, we make hats, scarves, gloves, socks, cardigans, and everything else here. Our soft knitwear…

Hikes on kicksleds by soomaa.com

In winter, when the rivers and water meadows of Soomaa have frozen over and the weather conditions are favourable, you are welcome to try riding on a kicksled! The Finnish sleds or kicksleds make it fun to hike on frozen flood areas or forest roads. When planning the route of the hike, we will…

Meresuu Spa & Hotel – water and sauna centre

The luxurious sauna centre at Meresuu Spa & Hotel has 7 different saunas. In addition to the aroma, steam, salt, and vapour sauna, you can also enjoy the brand new juniper sauna and two outdoor saunas with wood-burning heaters. The vapour and salt sauna rituals, carried out by specialists, are free…

Käsmu Sea Museum

Käsmu Sea Museum is situated in Lääne-Virumaa beautiful captains' village Käsmu. Museum is located starting from 1993 in border guard station building of tsar times and presents the history of legendary Käsmu captains' village. Exhibits reflect all the areas connected to the sea - seagoing, fishing…

Adrenalin Arena - Motocross Hall in Sõmerpalu

Sõmerpalu in Võru County is home to Europe's biggest stationary indoor motorcross hall, the Adrenalin Arena, which provides reasonably priced and comfortable year-round training and competition facilities for professionals, amateurs and enthusiasts alike. We are constantly organising motocross…

Räpina Harbour

Räpina Harbour is a true treat for professional and recreational fishermen and  water sports enthusiasts! It has everything you need to berth or store a vessel; a convenient launch is guaranteed by a double slipway with a service bridge. During the navigating season, Café Sadamakohvik is open in…

Narva Bastions

In the 17th century, Narva was a city on the border between Sweden and Russia, which Sweden wanted to turn into a regional capital. The designer of the defence fortifications was a military engineer and architect Erik Dahlberg. A total of seven bastions were built on his initiative: Honor, Gloria…

Metsavenna Farm Sledging Hill

On the Metsavenna Farm you will find a fantastic sledging hill with a couple of hundred of different sledges and some 50 snow tubes.  The sledging hill is opened: SATURDAYS     11:00-17:00 SUNDAYS           11:00-17:00 NATIONAL HOLIDAYS 11:00-17:00 N.B! Groups starting from 20 people are welcome…

Tillu Cafe

Tillu Cafe is situated on the premises of a romantic farm shop on the outskirts of Põlva. It offers freshly baked pastries, buns and cakes, light meals, exciting salads and soups and a main of the day. The cafe is perfect for families with children, those looking for a hot lunch, people who love…

Haapsalu Railway Station

This resort town was a favourite summer spot of Russian tzars. The railway station was built according to original drawings; the complex consists of four parts: passenger terminal, imperial pavilion, a sheltered passage linking those, and a unique covered platform that is 216 m long. Good to know…

Valga Military Theme Park

Come and learn about the Paju Battle of the War of Independence on the site where the battle took place. Or would you like to learn more about the past and present of national defence in Estonia? The Military Theme Park includes military vehicles, armoured vehicles, a tank, a bunker of Forest…

Kalevipoeg's Museum

Kalevipoeg's Museum is located in the former Saare schoolhouse (built in 1929) in Kääpa village, Saare parish, Jõgeva County. The museum is named after Kalevipoeg (the son of Kalev) because his sword is in the Kääpa River, which is surrounded by resting places, rocks, springs, bogs, plough furrows…

Suur Tõll and Piret

The sculpture, situated in front of the SPA Hotel Meri was created in 2002 by a renowned Estonian sculptor Tauno Kangro. The sculpture depicts Suur Tõll (the Great Tõll), a mythical hero of the island Saaremaa, and his wife Piret. Good to know: According to the Legend, Sõrve peninsula was…

Karksi-Nuia Honey Festival

A family event for beekeepers and honey enthusiasts – the opening ceremony of the festival is a concert at Karksi Peetri (St. Peter) Church on Friday, followed by a day packed with events. On Saturday, you can listen to lectures on beekeeping, taste and buy honey and honey products, participate in…

Ski trails at Palivere Tourism and Recreational Sports Centre

In Palivere, which is located 20 km from Haapsalu, there are lovely ski trails of different lengths and degrees of difficulty. The trails and illuminated and you can choose between 1, 1.5, 2, and 3 km, as well as use cross-country or classic techniques for skiing. It is also possible to rent ski…

Saaremaa Veski

The mill was constructed in 1899 on the location of the Kuressaare First Apostolic Orthodox Church. The windmill was operational until 1941. After the war, it was used as a storage and the living quarters of the miller were used as a flat. In order to improve catering options in Kuressaare, the…

Niguliste Museum and Church. Bernt Notke's 'Dance of Death'

Museum located in St. Nicholas' Church (Niguliste) that was built in the 13th century is one of the few museums located in a sacral building. Enjoy ecclesiastical art in its historical context! Here, you will find medieval gravestones, unique altars and Tallinn’s most famous work of art – a…

Viking Village

The Viking Village is like a peaceful harbour which fills you with peace and slight awe of the primeval nature. This ancient village is constantly upgraded and has everything that a Viking might need: - an ancient stronghold which is protected from enemies by a catapult and an experienced warrior…

Pärnu Museum

Pärnu Museum is one of the most contemporary museums in the Baltic region, offering excitement for the entire family. The permanent exhibition “11,000 Years of History – Experiences from Times Long Ago” takes you on a fascinating journey through time, starting from the Stone Age, continuing…

Telliskivi Creative City

Telliskivi Creative City, located in a former industrial complex next to the Balti Station on the borders between the City Centre, Pelgulinna, and Kalamaja districts, is the creative centre of Tallinn. This is the largest creative centre in Estonia consisting of studios, creative companies, and…

Pools and saunas at Georg Ots Spa Hotel

The pools are meant for relaxed swimming and are not very deep. * The fascinating colour scheme and mellow lighting help create the mood in the swimming pool (27 °C). * The outdoor pool (25 °C) is open all year round and helps make the summer last longer at the expense of spring and autumn. * You…

Noorus Spa Hotel

Restaurant at the Roograhu Port

The restaurant of the Roograhu Port is located right by the sea and open all year round. In addition to excellent pizzas, the selection comprises tasty soups, salads, and mains. The menu of the Roograhu port restaurant also includes seasonal fish. The restaurant at the Roograhu Port is perfect for…

Street Art Festival ’Stencibility’

Stencibility is an annual street art festival which believes that free and independent street art is necessary. It brings together artists and street art enthusiasts who share this view. We experiment a lot with the format of the festival to bring the most fascinating and weird street art projects…

Otepää Winter Sports Museum

The Otepää Winter Sports Museum was opened in the Tehvandi Stadium complex on 09.02.2011 as a branch of the Estonian Sports Museum. The crown jewels of its exhibitions are the medals and awards won by Estonian winter sports athletes in the Olympics and other major competitions, and winter sports…

Kuressaare Weighhouse

The idea of Kuressaare Weighhouse comes from Swedish statesman Magnus Gabriel de la Gardie who ruled Saaremaa in 1648-1654. The building was finished in 1663, it is a baroque style building decorated with hewed volutes in apex of scaled gable. The smithed wind flag on top of the gable dates 1664…

Tilleoru nature trail

The Tilleoru nature trail starts in Tilleorg valley and runs for 4.5 km along the area's floodplain before passing through coniferous forests and eventually reaching Merioone spring. A nature reserve, situated in the headwaters of the Ahja River, on the stretch between Tille and the Möksi; the…

Snowshoe hike in Viru bog

About the hike. During the diverse journey, we will cross the bog islands, climb to the top of the observation tower, and take a look at the regenerating peatlands. We will end the journey by hiking in the eskers surrounding the bog. Eventually, we will reach Kalmeoja camp site. On request…

Valga Extreme Sports Hall

Valga Extreme Sports Hall offers great opportunities for BMX riders to put themselves to the test. It has one of the best indoor halls and here, young people can stay warm and improve their skills. The Extreme Sports Hall is special because its builders and designers are one of the best in their…

Matsalu National Park and Nature Centre

The area of Matsalu National Park is 48,610 hectares, and it was created to protect the nesting, moulting and migrating birds. In 1976, Matsalu National Park was included to the list of wetlands of international importance under Ramsar convention. The national park encompasses Matsalu Bay, the…

Lime Lounge

Where does the name Lime Lounge come from? Of course from Mojito, which includes lime and fresh mint. We use lime in all our cocktails and also in cooking. When you're here, you're always in the right place!

Seaplane Harbour (Estonian Maritime Museum)

The most exciting maritime museum in Europe is located in the Seaplane Harbour! About 200 authentic items are on display at the historical seaplane hangar: a submarine called Lembit, a century-old icebreaker Suur Tõll, a seaplane called Short 184, remains of the oldest ship found in Estonia, and…

Rotermann Quarter in Tallinn

In Rotermann Quarter, in the heart of Tallinn, between the Old Town, the port, and Viru Square, old industrial buildings that have been given new functions stand next to modern architecture. The industrial area started to thrivingly develop in the 19th century and it was the location for a…

Viitna Kõrts (Viitna tavern)

The building of the Viitna tavern is one of the oldest and most precious preserved taverns of its kind in Estonia. The exact day of its construction is not known but it already existed in 1802. In the left wing of the building two chambers for rich folks were located as well as a stable for their…

Tervise Paradiis Water Centre

Tervise Paradiis is a relaxing place where you can spend time with your friends and family! Everyone going down the slides of the water park gets a great adrenaline injection. 4 different slides start from the start platform that is 11 metres high and the longest of them is 85 metres. You will land…

Aegviidu-Kõrvemaa recreation area and Nature Centre / Information point

The old folk say about this lovely area, known as "Estonian Switzerland", that the Devil wrinkled up the ground in Kõrvemaa. The landscape is characterized by "mountains", swamps, swamp lakes and forests. The "mountains" are actually steep eskers formed by melting permafrost. The largest bogs are…

Valga Military History Festival

The Valga Military History Festival has a unique programme: from introducing the authorities, military marches and re-enactments of famous battles to special exhibitions, antiquities fair and a range of concerts. Military history clubs from other countries will also be taking part. There will be…

Arensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa Water Centre

Our small unique spa provides visitors with comfort and privacy. The spa offers a variety of treatments and massages for women, men, children, and young people, as well as a wide selection of different baths. We use products by the leading French cosmetics brand Cinq Mōndes and the magnificient…

Viiking Saaga Water and Sauna Centre at the Spa-Hotel Viiking

Viiking Saaga Water and Sauna Centre is a true 'Viking oasis' with its unique interior design! The saunas are hidden in mountain caves, and the lights are reminiscent of stalagmites. An illusory starry sky is above the water and the walls have a curvy design. The large pool gets its character from…

Adventure Park at Lõunakeskus

The  largest indoor adventure park is waiting for you above the ice rink of the biggest shopping centre in Southern Estonia. We welcome both first-time climbers as well as all other adventurers. You will be faced with three tracks of varying degrees of difficulty consisting of over 30 elements, all…

Snowboarding and alpine skiing at Valgehobusemägi

The snowboarding and alpine skiing trail at Valgehobusemägi is 230 m long, 40 m wide, and the height difference between the apex and the base of the mountain is 30 m. There is a new Tatra lift on the mountain. Thanks to Ivar Kruusenberg, the only representative of Estonian snowboarding cross, we…

Kiipsaare lighthouse

Kiipsaare lighthouse was completed in 1933 and is 26 metres high. Initially, the lighthouse was constructed about 100 m from the coast; however, due to changes in the shoreline, it is now located in sea waters. Because of strong storms and waves, the lighthouse that is standing on a steep coast…

Karksi primeval valley and order fortress ruins

Karksi valley is one of the most beautiful and famous places in Viljandimaa. Driving down along serpentine road over impounded lake Karksi appears Karksi fortress hill or bastion hill. It is believed that on the well protected by nature abrupt-sloped hill before knights conquests situated the…

Viimsi Mountain Park Vimka

The mountain park offers activities for the whole family  throughout the year: children can try winter sports and their parents can reminisce about the time when they were young and enjoy the winter with their children. In winter, visitors can ski, snowboard, and snowtube down the slopes. We also…

Café Katariina

Café Katariina is located in the centre of the City of Võru at a distance of only a little walk from Katherine Church towards the lake. In the cosy Café you can enjoy good coffee and excellent buns and cakes that have been baked on the spot. If you want to have a more hearty meal, then pizza, warm…

Kukruse Polar Manor

Visiting the newly renovated Kukruse manor, you will find out all about the role of Baltic Germans in Estonian society and learn the history of the Tolli family. You can learn to write in gothic style to surprise your friends, and make discoveries in Sannikovimaa for yourself. Children can ride dog…

Alpaca farm – the largest in Estonia!

Alpacas are curious, albeit slightly shy animals that simply beam with positive energy and cheer you up with their large eyes and smiley faces! In the Kännu Alpaca Farm, you can see alpacas – Peruvian animals grown for wool because of their wonderfully soft coat. Alpacas like to spend their days…

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

The large and richly decorated Russian Orthodox church, designed in a mixed historicist style, was completed on Toompea Hill in 1900, when Estonia was part of the Czarist Empire. The well-maintained cathedral is one of the most monumental examples of Orthodox sacral architecture in Tallinn…

Estonian Bicycle Museum

The museum introduces the history of bicycle as a means of transportation in Estonia. About a hundred historical bicycles, dating from the 1880's until the end of the Soviet era, are on display in seven exhibition rooms; we also have cycling equipment, components and historical photos. A small…

Estonian National Museum (Eesti Rahva Muuseum)

Estonian National Museum (ERM) as a museum of Estonian people helps interpret being Estonian, carry the basic values of the nation, and guard its continuity. For visitors opens, both a material and virtual world, that invites visitors to discover, realize, and become part of it. The museum has two…

Tallinn Viimsi SPA – sauna centre and SPA18+

Tallinn Viimsi Spa, located just 10 km from the centre of Tallinn, is a well-known spa and hotel complex. Visitors can enjoy a sauna centre for families and SPA18+, which is for adults only. In addition to a steam sauna and three vapour saunas, the luxurious sauna centre includes a salt stone…

Hüpassaare Study Trail

The 5-kilometre long Hüpassaare hiking trail winds through stunning forest to the Kuresoo bog. The boardwalk passes through a landscape of unique, oval-shaped bog pools to a viewing platform where you can rest your legs and admire the tranquillity of the setting. The boardwalk then takes you to a…

Fresh Buffe

Fresh Buffe is a cosy little café at Valga train and bus station where you can enjoy a generous breakfast in the early hours of the morning. In addition, you can enjoy fresh pastries and coffee.

Valga Museum

Valga Museum is a lively and modern museum where you will never get bored! The photos displayed here show you the history of Valga County and the city from ancient times to the present. The museum is also livened up by models, music and wax figures. Going to the museum is not a waste of time…

New Year's Eve Ball at The Vanemuine

The grandest send-off of the year in the old university town with the help of Vanemuine Symphony Orchestra and ensemble. The audience will have a chance to enjoy the glamorous and witty programmes of the ballet, opera and drama troupe, the night concert and many artists in café Shakespeare…

Ants’ path of Kiidjärve

Kiidjärve ants’ path (1.5 km long) passes through a forest with the area of 20 hectares and it includes approximately 200 ant hills. The visitors can also enjoy a large fir forest with record high fir trees and also a wide selection fir trees planted during an Estonian-wide campaign. The sample…

Haeska birdwatching tower

One suitable location for getting an overview of Matsalu Bay and the abundance of birds in Läänemaa, is Haeska. In spring thousands of different species of swans and geese stop there; the birds are active both in shallow water as well as on the coastline. Haeska tower is about 8 metres high and has…

Jägala Waterfall

Jägala Waterfall is a waterfall in the lower course of the Jägala River, approximately 4 km before the river flows into the Gulf of Finland. The waterfall is approximately 8 metres high and more than 50 metres wide. It is the widest natural waterfall in Estonia. The waterfall is a peculiar sight…

Kuressaare Episcopal Castle

Kuressaare Episcopal Castle, also known as Kuressaare Castle, was built in the 14th century. Today, the Castle houses Saaremaa Museum with its permanent exhibition and sundry temporary exhibitions. The convent building of the Kuressaare Episcopal Castle is the only surviving medieval fortification…

Suure-Jaani Music Festival 2018

This festival is taking place for the 21th time and will culminate, as ever, with the lighting of a midsummer bonfire. Although there is music for every taste, the focus of the festival is classical and Estonian music. The musicians and composers will talk about their work during afternoon…

Car Museum

The car museum exhibits more than 50 different vehicles from manufacturers all around the world. We have cars that people drove in Estonia during the Soviet era (including a '63 Rambler which belonged to Paul Keres), classic European and American cars, and unique vehicles from before the war. We…

Orjaku study trail

Orjaku study trail runs mainly on the shore of the Gulf of Käina. The avifauna of the Gulf of Käina, which consists of 192 species, is interesting and biodiverse. In the autumn, 10–15 thousand water and coastal birds stop on the Gulf. The trail consists of a longer, Orjaku (3 km), and a shorter…

Town Hall Pharmacy

Town Hall Pharmacy (Raeapteek) is the oldest in Europe that has continually operated in the same premises. It was first mentioned in town records in 1422, when an apothecary by the name of Nyclawes was summoned to a session of the town's rulers; however, he was at least the third apothecary to have…

Jõgevatreff

Motorcyclists meeting since 1992. We have bands on three nights, competitions, prizes, excursions onThursday and Friday to interesting places in Estonia (on your own bikes, organisers have arranged guides). You'll get additional info on the spot. In camp: beach by the lake (swimming at your own…

Kõpu lighthouse

The history of the oldest lighthouse not only in Estonia, but anywhere in the Baltic States and indeed on the Baltic Sea, stretches back 500 years, when landmarks were needed to guide ships in the Hanseatic League. The most important east-west trade route in Northern Europe passed the island of…

Leemeti-Õngu hiking trail

The hiking trail runs in the western part of Hiiumaa on the dune landscape between the Gulf of Mardihansu and Tihu Lakes. Tihu Lakes are located in a marsh plain and it is not possible to swim there, but the paludified lakes can be characterised by rich and interesting biota. On the floating…

Betti Alver Museum

The museum is housed in Betti Alver’s home next to the Jõgeva railway station. The museum gives an overview of Betti Alver’s life and works, also perpetuates the memory of Alo Mattiisen and acquaints visitors with the historic and cultural heritage of Jõgeva.

Toila SPA Hotel

Toila SPA Hotel is located high up on the seashore, in the immediate vicinity of Toila-Oru Park. Our private location and the various services provided by our house make it possible for our guests to have the best vacation possible and the beautiful sea view rejuvenates the spirit and creativity…

Tallinn Television Tower

The Tallinn Television Tower in Pirita is the tallest building in Tallinn and Estonia with 314 metres. The TV Tower is a great tourist, culture and leisure centre. Waiting for you at the tower: - a panoramic view from 170 metres  - brasserie/restaurant and terrace on the 22nd floor  - interactive…

Pärnu Kalamajaka café

The first seafood café in Pärnu is situated in the old market building and it is connected to Kalamajakas nearby; for this reason, the fish that is used as a raw ingredient is always fresh. The café has a novel solution for an exciting interior and serves food that is pleasing to the eye and palate…

Rondeel

Rondeel, or "roundel" in English, is a large artillery tower with a rounded or semi-circular plan. Rondeel serves fish and meat dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients, as well as local drinks and sweets while observing the traditions of Narva castle and the surrounding area. In medieval…