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20.07.2017

Saaremaa Opera Days

Saaremaa Opera Days, organised at midsummer in the historic Kuressaare castleyard for the 10th time, is the most popular opera festival in the Baltics

16.08.2017

Northern music festival Viru Folk

The music festival Viru Folk is held for the 10th time in one of the most beautiful places in Estonia, Lahemaa National Park’s captain’s village Käsmu

26.07.2017

TOP Estonian folk festivals

Folk music festivals are some of the summer's most intimate cultural experiences, introducing regional song, dance, foods and traditions.

03.08.2017

Haapsalu Tchaikovsky Festival

Tchaikvosky Festival will be held in Haapsalu for the first time

16.09.2017

SEB Tallinn Marathon invites you to run!

SEB Tallinn Marathon – the biggest grassroots sports event in Estonia and the best-known Baltic marathon takes place in Tallinn during 8-10.09.

16.09.2017

TOP running events of fall 2017

Fresh air, mild temperatures and flat landscapes create the perfect environment for autumn marathons and races - running addicts, welcome to Estonia!

22.09.2017

Musical escape in Estonia

Proximity to nature brings these festivals to life.

22.09.2017

Mextonia - A Gift from Mexicans to Estonia

Mextonia is the worldwide festival of Transgraffiti Muralism, inspired in the 20th century Mexican muralism and created by street artists and graffiti

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Nature & Wildlife

04.08.2017

Estonia is Lonely Planet's best value destination

Discover why Estonia is Lonely Planet's 2016 best value destination, and what to get up to in this, one of the greenest counties in the world.

26.09.2017

10 unusual attractions to see in Estonia

Ideas for adventurous travellers who want to venture past the main sights and explore mysterious, lesser known places.

13.09.2017

TOP 10 islands to visit this summer

These islands are quiet places for hiking, camping and enjoying seafood delicacies this summer.

26.09.2017

TOP 10 naturally relaxing places

Time in nature is the best medicine for stress.

11.09.2017

Estonia is taking over the EU Council presidency

Estonia is taking over the EU Council presidency for the first time

16.09.2017

TOP free things to do in Estonia

Free city tours, nature activities, places to visit and events will save you money during your travels.

17.08.2017

Ancient sacred places in Estonia

Visit natural landmarks considered sacred throughout centuries.

26.09.2017

Estonians are taking a break in the nature

Being connected all the time can be become exhausting and at times it's great to just switch off and connect with the nature instead.

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Food & Drink & Nightlife

26.06.2017

Your guide to Estonian nightlife

If you think Estonian nightlife only exists in the heart of Tallinn, you are missing out! Discover our gems for live music, cocktails and more.

19.09.2017

Tallinn's TOP monthly music gigs

Series of music events in Tallinn cater to fans of drum & bass, soul, electronic, reggae and anyone looking for a great night out.

15.09.2017

Culinary route for quality conscious sweet tooths

Culinary route in Estonia is for quality conscious sweet tooths – see six destinations that cannot be missed

29.08.2017

Best places to eat with children

What makes Estonian restaurants stand out is our penchant for using local produce to create authentic and tasty dishes without excessive frivolities.

20.07.2017

Estonia's medieval gems

A journey to the land of Hanseatic merchants.

06.06.2017

Spring’s wild, edible plants

These four wild herbs might look like weeds, but Estonians have recognised their health benefits for thousands of years.

01.08.2017

Experience Estonia like a seafarer

Three ways to enjoy coastal Estonia's sailing, cuisine and nature.

17.05.2017

Beyond the music at Tallinn Music Week

Explore art, design, film, cuisine, concerts and lectures at Tallinn Music Week 2017, one of Europe's leading city festivals.

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Health & Wellness

16.09.2017

Winter swimming – the Estonian vitamin

Winter swimming is an endurance sport where the main focus is on strengthening the mind.

13.09.2017

Medical spas

Take a trip out of Tallinn and dedicate a week or more to your health with treatments that are based on doctors’ instructions.

13.09.2017

Best spas for children

What makes Estonian spas truly unique is that they often include a water park and relaxing sauna complexes in the same building.

13.09.2017

Uniquely Estonian spa treatments

Browse some of the most local and traditional treatments available in Estonian spas.

13.09.2017

Thrilling water parks

Water parks in Estonia feature exhilarating slides and aquatic attractions along side relaxing pools, saunas and jacuzzis.

26.09.2017

Sauna icebreakers

Learn why sauna is the best place to relax and network, Estonian style.

24.05.2017

Open the door with the Green Key

One of the accommodation options to reduce your ecological footprint while travelling.

17.08.2017

Spa break in Estonia - luxury for every budget

Estonian spas balance high-quality and affordability for a luxury experience everyone can indulge in. Easily include a visit to the spa in your trip.

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History & Culture

06.06.2017

TOP things to see & do in South Estonia

Rolling hills and valleys hide some pretty scenic gems.

25.09.2017

Must-see museum exhibits of 2017

See what's new in 2017 at Estonia's most popular family-friendly museums like the Seaplane Harbour, AHHAA Science Centre and more.

22.09.2017

Picture perfect views of Tallinn

Tallinn is a multifaceted jewel of a city: depending from where you look, it can be anything from medieval to modern. To admire its many sides, take

19.09.2017

TOP museums with a twist

Some of the best science, natural, children’s, art & history museums are also the smallest and most quirky.

26.09.2017

TOP 10 things to do in Tallinn

Tallinn's top attractions entice visitors with a taste for traditional culture, contemporary art or even sweets! This guide shows you where.

26.09.2017

Graffiti in Estonia – art gallery on the streets

You don't have to go to a gallery or museum to view art in Estonia - it's all around you.

26.09.2017

10 surprising places in Estonia

Estonia is home to some of the most stunning natural and manmade wonders in Europe and the world.

26.09.2017

TOP 10 most bizarre Soviet buildings in Estonia

Some of Estonia’s most strangely striking architecture dates back to the Soviet era.

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Activities & Adventure

17.08.2017

Kayaking in Estonia through bloggers’ eyes

Kayaking in Võhandu river through the eyes of bloggers Jules and Christine

21.09.2017

Bikepacking in Estonia

Estonia is a great place for bicycle trips – the distances are short, the nature diverse and we have a continuously developed network of bike roads

26.09.2017

TOP unforgettable places to stay

Accommodation for travellers seeking more than typical hotels and hostels.

26.09.2017

Adventure holiday in East Estonia

Thrill seekers will enjoy the exciting outdoor activities East Estonia's former industrial landscape holds.

13.09.2017

Sailing to Estonia – regulations and best practices

In Estonia, the officials are generally English-speaking, the currency is the euro, and regulations are fairly loose, so no worries!

24.05.2017

Sledging and sweet buns on Shrove Tuesday

Spring is around the corner and Estonians celebrate this centuries old holiday with sledging, buns with whipped cream and other special foods.

26.09.2017

13 things you might not know about Estonia

Estonians have their own way of doing things, from unusual sports to technological innovations. Discover even more astonishing facts.

26.06.2017

Rally Estonia drivers' travel tips

If the sound of an engine and the whistle of wheels makes you excited, then most likely you would enjoy visiting these places around Estonia.

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Shopping

19.09.2017

La Carmina's Tips on visiting hipster city Tallinn

Hipster city Tallinn - full of artistic expressions, design shops and creative culture

19.09.2017

Tartu - bohemian and old school

Estonia’s second biggest town welcomes you with classical architecture, leafy parks, riverside and bustling nightlife.

22.09.2017

City break destinations

Abandoned factories turned hipster restaurants and many other cool secrets of Estonia are ready to be discovered.

19.09.2017

Kerli's favourite Estonian fashion designers

Kerli's favourite fashion and accessory designers from Estonia range from minimalist to whimsical.

13.09.2017

Dressing traditionally - Estonian folk costumes

The colourful and ornate national clothes worn nowadays to festivals tell about Estonia's cultural history.

Others

26.09.2017

5 relaxing ways to relieve stress

A rundown of the 5 most tranquil activities in the country

26.09.2017

Purification in the smoke sauna

The smoke saunas — places to bathe bodies and cleanse spirits

22.09.2017

Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival awaits you

Why should you visit Tallinn at the end of November, at the darkest time of the year when there’s only six hours of light?

26.09.2017

How to avoid the stress of big city life

The exhilarating, vibrant and life-affirming city life can also push our minds and bodies to their very limits.

26.09.2017

TOP seasonal events in Estonia

Colours and vibrant events from food to design. Check out where and when!

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Saaremaa Opera Days

Northern music festival Viru Folk

TOP Estonian folk festivals

Haapsalu Tchaikovsky Festival

SEB Tallinn Marathon invites you to run!

TOP running events of fall 2017

Musical escape in Estonia

Mextonia - A Gift from Mexicans to Estonia

Nature & Wildlife

Estonia is Lonely Planet's best value destination

10 unusual attractions to see in Estonia

TOP 10 islands to visit this summer

TOP 10 naturally relaxing places

Estonia is taking over the EU Council presidency

TOP free things to do in Estonia

Ancient sacred places in Estonia

Estonians are taking a break in the nature

Food & Drink & Nightlife

Your guide to Estonian nightlife

Tallinn's TOP monthly music gigs

Culinary route for quality conscious sweet tooths

Best places to eat with children

Estonia's medieval gems

Spring’s wild, edible plants

Experience Estonia like a seafarer

Beyond the music at Tallinn Music Week

Health & Wellness

Winter swimming – the Estonian vitamin

Medical spas

Best spas for children

Uniquely Estonian spa treatments

Thrilling water parks

Sauna icebreakers

Open the door with the Green Key

Spa break in Estonia - luxury for every budget

History & Culture

TOP things to see & do in South Estonia

Must-see museum exhibits of 2017

Picture perfect views of Tallinn

TOP museums with a twist

TOP 10 things to do in Tallinn

Graffiti in Estonia – art gallery on the streets

10 surprising places in Estonia

TOP 10 most bizarre Soviet buildings in Estonia

Activities & Adventure

Kayaking in Estonia through bloggers’ eyes

Bikepacking in Estonia

TOP unforgettable places to stay

Adventure holiday in East Estonia

Sailing to Estonia – regulations and best practices

Sledging and sweet buns on Shrove Tuesday

13 things you might not know about Estonia

Rally Estonia drivers' travel tips

Shopping

La Carmina's Tips on visiting hipster city Tallinn

Tartu - bohemian and old school

City break destinations

Kerli's favourite Estonian fashion designers

Dressing traditionally - Estonian folk costumes

Others

5 relaxing ways to relieve stress

Purification in the smoke sauna

Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival awaits you

How to avoid the stress of big city life

TOP seasonal events in Estonia

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