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Map of Tartu — Best attractions, restaurants, and transportation info

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We’ve made the ultimate tourist map of Tartu, Estonia for travelers! Check out Tartu’s top things to do, attractions, restaurants, and major transportation hubs all in one interactive map.

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Top 18 attractions in Tartu

University of tartu, typa letterpress and paper art centre.

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Estonian National Museum

Kgb cells museum, tartu mänguasjamuuseum / tartu toy museum.

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Botanical Garden of the University of Tartu

Skulptuur "suudlevad tudengid" / 'the kissing students' sculpture and fountain, ahhaa science centre, university of tartu museum, oldtown tartu apartments, sculpture "pig", tagurpidi maja (peapeal oü), sculpture "father and son", a. le coq brewery, lõunakeskus.

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Town Hall Square

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• Tallinn-Tartu Highway (E263)
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• Tartu-Ülenurme Highway (Road 135)
• Tartu-Elva Highway (Road 3)

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Best Things To Do In Tartu, Estonia: A 2-Day Itinerary

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Are you interested in visiting Estonia’s second city and are wondering about the best things to do in Tartu?

Estonia seems to be popping up more and more as a destination worth visiting on any European travel route, however, there is very little published about the country beyond the medieval charms of Tallinn’s Old Town. While we have already made the case for visiting Tallinn for longer than a day trip and venturing beyond the city walls, we also have developed a substantial argument for exploring outside of the city entirely.

Keen as we always are to see any country beyond its capital city, we set our sites on Estonia’s second-largest city of Tartu and we weren’t disappointed.

Often lauded as the intellectual capital of Estonia, Tartu is home to the country’s largest university (which happens to also be one of Europe’s oldest!) and is a thriving cultural hub — packed to the brim with a young and lively population, a vibrant arts and alternative scene, and a fascinating history.

Though it is, without a doubt, outshined by Tallinn, there are numerous fun and interesting things to do in Tartu, world-class restaurants, a killer craft beer scene, and an altogether more laid-back vibe compared to the Estonian capital. Tartu is a city of surprises and is a must-see destination on any Baltics itinerary !

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Getting To and Around Tartu

Before I jump into what to do in Tartu, we do need to discuss how to get to and around the Estonian city. Tartu is located about 185 kilometres southeast of Tallinn and, because it is the second-largest city in Estonia, connections between the two cities are frequent.

If you are planning on visiting Tartu from Tallinn via public transport, the bus is your best option. While there are trains available, they are less frequent and more expensive than buses (which is generally the case in all three Baltic States ).

Buses bound for Tartu from Tallinn’s main station take roughly 2.5 hours and leave every 15-30 minutes, so there is little need to book in advance if you want to travel more spontaneously. However, it is often cheaper to book bus tickets in advance online.

Though there are a few different bus companies you could take, we like Lux Express ( tickets available here ) as their coaches are comfortable, reliable, have free wifi, and entertainment units on each seat! Their fares are also very affordable, averaging about €10, but can be significantly cheaper if booked in advance.

Tartu is also very accessible from other major cities in Estonia and other surrounding countries. There is also a small airport in Tartu but as of writing in July of 2022, it only serves FinnAir from a very limited list of destinations.

Once you have arrived in Tartu, the best way to get around is on foot. The city itself isn’t all that large and most places of interest are located within walking distance of each other.

However, if there is a place that interests you that isn’t within easy walking distance or you have mobility problems, there is an extensive and easy-to-use bus system in Tartu. You can purchase tickets on the bus or online for €1.50.

If neither walking nor public transport are good options for you, there are taxis in Tartu as well and they are very affordable. While there isn’t Uber operating in the city, you can hail a taxi in almost exactly the same way using the Bolt app, which is also used is every other major Baltic city. It is not customary to hail a cab from the street, so Bolt can be an easier option than calling a taxi.

Top Things To Do In Tartu: A 2-Day Itinerary

Though it may not seem like it due to its small size, there are plenty of fun and interesting things to do in Tartu, especially if you set your sites beyond the Old Town. Though very few international tourists visit this Estonian city and most of those who do are only there for a short day trip, we would recommend spending at least two full days in Tartu. This will give you enough time to get a good feel of the city and enjoy some of its unique culture and atmosphere.

Day One – Old Town & Karlova

Spend your first day in Tartu exploring the main attractions and learning a bit about the culture of Estonia’s intellectual capital. Everything on this day can easily be reached on foot with nothing more than a twenty-minute walk between sites and activities.

Raekoja Plats

The best place to begin exploring Tartu is its charming main square or Raekoja Plats. The small square is lined with a number of cafes and restaurants, beautiful cobbled streets, and the iconic Kissing Students fountain in front of the Town Hall (which also doubles as the tourist information centre!).

Though the fountain has been there since 1948, the statue that is here currently has only been in place since 1998. It symbolises the tradition for newlyweds and their guests to visit the fountain in order to ensure good luck in their marriage.

On the end opposite the town hall, there is a yellow National Geographic frame, one of 21 such frames in Southern Estonia . It was erected as part of the “Living on the Edge” campaign in order to strengthen the identity of the region and attract tourists.

There are also a number of interesting monuments and statues scattered around Tartu’s Old Town. One thing we loved about the city was that the plaques describing their significance were not only written in Estonian but also in English.

St John’s Church

This gothic brick Lutheran church in the Old Town may not be all that spectacular inside but it is one of the highest buildings in the city and it is possible to climb up the tower for great views over the city, making it one of the top things to do in Tartu.

There aren’t too many stairs and even those who aren’t all that physically fit should be able to climb up, but the stairs can be narrow and dark in some places, so proceed with caution. The fee for entry is €2 for adults and €1.50 for students and other concessions. Children under 7 can enter for free.

The church has existed in some form or another since the 14th century when it was originally erected as a Catholic Church but it later shifted to being part of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church when the nation ceased widely practising Catholicism.

University of Tartu Botanical Garden

If the weather is fine and you fancy strolling around some beautiful gardens for an hour or two, the Tartu Botanical Gardens is a fantastic stop if you’re wondering what to do in Tartu! Part of the university’s school of botany, these gardens are massive and incredibly peaceful to wander through.

There are a number of different gardens to explore plus a lovely duck pond. It is free to enter the outdoor gardens, but the greenhouses do charge an entry fee of €3.

Emajogi River

The Emajogi River, which runs through Tartu between Lake Vortsjarv and Lake Peipsi, is the only navigable river in Estonia and had shaped Tartu through history into the city it is today.

While it is obviously not the only thing that connects Tartu with neighbouring towns and countries these days, there is a lovely riverside to stroll along with many cafes and trendy bars, bench swings, and a lovely park.

It is definitely worth taking a stroll along the river and maybe popping in for a drink at one of the numerous cafes along the banks.

After a stroll along the river, it is time to head out of the Old Town and explore Tartu’s cool and trendy Karlova neighbourhood. This is the epicentre of most of Tartu’s fantastic street art and where the annual Stencibility Street Art Festival takes place. This street art festival is becoming quite famous with hundreds of artists applying each year.

Exploring Karlova was our favourite part of Tartu and if you’re keen to learn more about this alternative area of the city, then we highly recommend taking a Karlova Street Art & History tour with Tartu Pseudo Tours .

We learned way more about the area, the art, and the people who live there from our guide, Maarja, than we would have done had we just wandered around on our own. The tour costs €10 for adults and €8 for students and they require a minimum of five people. Their prices do increase if there are fewer than five on the tour.

Day Two – Museums & Aparaaditehas

On the second day of your Tartu itinerary, take the time to go beyond the main sites of the Old Town and explore some more offbeat attractions in the city. Spend this day digging deeper and visiting a couple of the interesting museums that Tartu has to offer.

The KGB Cells Museum

The KGB Cells Museum is situated a bit outside of the Old Town and is very much worth visiting, especially if you are interested in learning about life in Tartu and Estonia in general during both the Nazi and Soviet occupations. The museum is located in a building known as the “Grey House” which was the former KGB headquarters in Tartu in the 1940s and 1950s.

Though the museum itself isn’t large, it is quite well-curated with a lot of information so I would recommend planning to spend at least one hour here. While the information on the plaques in the museum is printed in Estonian, there are translations available in English and a few other languages so it can be enjoyed by international visitors.

If you’re interested in learning about Estonia’s heartbreaking Soviet past, then a visit to the KGB Cells Museum is one of the best things to do in Tartu.

Estonian Printing & Paper Museum

If the KGB Cells Museum was a bit too heavy for you, then a visit to the Estonian Printing & Paper Museum will be the perfect thing to lift your spirits. This unique museum is one of the only of its kind in this area of Europe and really encapsulated the artistic nature of Tartu.

The €5 entrance fee (€2 for students) includes a 60-minute tour of the museum where you learn how to make paper (and make it yourself!) and also see and learn about their massive collection of printing presses and make some of your own prints as well. The museum also gives you a great insight into how the nature of printing had changed in Estonia in the past couple of decades, especially when compared to the antiquated means used during Soviet times.

Aparaaditehas

After spending the majority of your day in museums, take the time to explore the hip and new creative complex of Aparaaditehas. Similar to the Telliskivi Creative City in Tallinn (they share an owner) and quite reminiscent of the Fabrika complex in Tbilisi, Georgia, this trendy area has a number of cool restaurants, shops, and cafes with a very artistic vibe.

It is housed in a former Soviet Widget factory and the building was abandoned and dodgy until the complex was built there a couple of years ago. Since then, it has made the area surrounding more desirable to live in and given locals a number of more restaurant and hang out options than before.

Because of the popularity of Aparaaditehas, there are talks of creating more such creative complexes in Tartu. As of right now, the reaction by the public to this complex has been generally positive as it has boosted the economy and desirability of this area of Tartu and so far there haven’t been noticeable negative effects of gentrification.

Aparaaditehas is a favourite haunt for young locals to hang out, so follow their lead and browse some of the shops or kick back at a cafe with an excellent Estonian craft beer.

Where to Eat in Tartu

Unsurprisingly, due to both its artistic reputation and large student population, Tartu has a number of great places to eat and drink. While there are definitely some options for those on a shoestring budget (it is a student city, after all), there are also some great high end and inventive restaurants. One thing is certain, it is very hard to eat poorly in Tartu. Here are some of our suggestions for the best places to eat and drink in the city:

Krempel Kohvik – A modern, hip cafe in the Old Town, Krempel Khovik is a great option for a filling but healthy breakfast. They have an extensive menu and serve all three meals per day along with some great coffee. Prices are affordable and it also has a chilled-out atmosphere and fast wifi.

Trikster Tihane – Located in the Aparaaditehas complex, Trikster Tihane is a great option if you’re looking for a healthy lunch, dinner, or snack after spending your day wandering around Tartu. Also, like most everywhere else, they have a wide range of Estonian craft beers to enjoy.

Aparaat – Another great restaurant located in the Aparaaditehas complex, Aparaat is a fantastic option for both lunch or dinner. They offer an affordable set lunch menu and their dinner menu is extensive and tasty. This was one of the first restaurants that opened in the creative complex and is perennially popular amongst locals.

Barlova – If you are looking for the best place to sample Estonian craft beer while chilling out in a cool and relaxing atmosphere, then look no further than Barlova. Located in the trendy Karlova neighbourhood of Tartu, this is one of the best places to grab a beer if you want to experience the true, laid-back culture of Tartu.

Where to Stay in Tartu

Even though Tartu doesn’t have nearly the amount of tourists as Tallinn, that doesn’t mean there aren’t a number of great accommodation options to choose from. Here are some of our top picks:

Hotel Soho – This cool boutique hotel is located in the heart of Tartu’s Old Town and is a good option for those travelling on a mid-range budget. They have a range of rooms available and also offer breakfasts included in the room rate. Click here to see their availability!

Riia Kvartal Apartment – For travellers who would rather have their own apartment rather than stay in a hotel, this one-bedroom flat in central Tartu is a great option. Conveniently located close to all the city has to offer, the apartment is comfortable and fully furnished. Click here to see their availability

Looming Hostel   – If you are travelling on a budget, then Looming Hostel is a great accommodation option in Tartu. This small, environmentally-friendly hostel has a couple of dorm and private rooms on offer, good common areas, and a nice roof terrace. It is also possible to purchase breakfast at an extra cost. Click here to view their availability on Hostelworld or Booking.com!

Not quite what you’re looking for? Click here to browse other accommodation options in Tartu!

Tartu is a fascinating city filled with interesting and unique things to do. While two days here will give you a good feel for Estonia’s second-largest city, you could easily spend a few more days soaking up the arts and culture of this intellectual capital.

Are you planning on visiting Estonia’s second city? Are you wondering what to do in Tartu? Let us know in the comments!

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About Maggie Turansky

Maggie is a co-founder and writer for The World Was Here First. Originally from the US, she has lived in five different countries and has travelled to dozens more, both solo and with her partner, Michael. She particularly loves exploring Spain and spending time in the Caucasus and the Baltics. Read more about Maggie

Hello We ( Canadians) are planning a trip to Tartu in Sept. We are coming on the train from Tallinn and spending a day or two there. What are the must see sites or your suggestions of places to see within maybe 20 min walk from the train station.

Hi Bill, I recommend following the suggestions outlined in this itinerary if you’re going to be spending a couple of days in Tartu. It’s a small city so you’re able to see most of these sites within a 20-30 minute walk of each other. Hope you have a great time!

It felt good reading your post. Info well put and organised. Thank you.

Thanks for your comment, Amit 🙂

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• 1 Understand
• 3.1 By plane
• 3.3 By train
• 3.5 By boat
• 4.1 On foot
• 4.3 By taxi
• 4.4 By bicycle
• 5.1 Museums
• 5.2 Parks and squares
• 5.3 Churches
• 5.4 Other buildings
• 5.5 Bridges
• 5.6 Modern architecture
• 6.1 Festivals
• 9.2 Mid-range
• 11.1 Budget
• 11.2 Mid-range

Tartu (formerly known as Dorpat or Yuryev ) is the second largest city in Estonia with a population of 94,000 (2019).

Understand [ edit ]

Tartu is a Hanseatic city and a university town. It is the oldest city in Estonia , dating back to 1030. Its ancient name of 'Tarbatu' was shortened to 'Tartu' in Estonian and to 'Dorpat' in German. Although large parts of the town were destroyed in World War II , Tartu still has a charming old town surrounded by large parks (some of which used to be fully built-up neighbourhoods before the war).

Tartu is 185 km southeast of Tallinn , the capital of Estonia. The Emajõgi River, which connects the two largest lakes of Estonia, flows for 10 km within the city limits.

• 58.379939 26.722082 1 Tourist Information Centre , Raekoja plats ( ground floor of Tartu town hall building ), ☏ +372 744 21 11 , fax : +372 744 21 11 , [email protected] . Sa 10:00-17:00, Su 10:00-16:00 .  

Talk [ edit ]

Since Tartu is a student town, English is widely understood. As usual, the older people are more likely to only speak Estonian and Russian; however most can understand English if you speak clearly.

Get in [ edit ]

By plane [ edit ]

• If arriving on a commercial flight, your main option is Tallinn , which is only 180 km away with buses and trains to Tartu running directly from the airport.
• Alternatively, Riga (250 km from Tartu) may be an option as well - buses from the Riga Bus Station to Tartu are operated by Lux Express .
• Airport Shuttle . Bus operating between the airport and the city. Free . ( updated Jul 2019 )

By bus [ edit ]

Buses arrive at the small 58.378083 26.732128 2 Tartu Bus Station at Turu 2, which is across the street from the Kaubamaja department store, 5-10 min walk from the central square of Tartu. The tiny building hosts a ticket office, luggage room, decent cafeteria, and R-kiosk. If you need more, head to the nearby shopping mall. When arriving from Tallinn, you can also get off the bus at one of the stops in the city centre.

Buses from Tallinn depart several times an hour between 05:00 and midnight, and stop at the Tallinn airport. The journey takes 2.5 to 3 hours and costs €2-10, before a discount available with an ISIC card. Some buses have free wireless internet and free drinks available. Note that Friday afternoon departures from Tartu to Tallinn (and Sunday night Tallinn-to-Tartu) are usually crowded during the school year as lots of students go home for the weekend.

Regular buses also run between Tartu and Narva (3 hr), Viljandi (1 hr), Pärnu (2½ hr), and Kuressaare (6 hr).

Tartu is a stop of international buses running between Saint Petersburg (8 hr) and Riga (4 hr). These buses typically run overnight, which makes their schedule from Tartu somewhat inconvenient. Another international route is from Tartu to Pskov in Russia (4 hr, websites and timetables use the Estonian name Pihkva ).

Bus and train schedules within Estonia are easily available online – read more under Estonia#Get around .

By train [ edit ]

Elron operates several daily trains between Tartu and Tallinn via Tapa. The journey takes 2 hr (express train) to 2½ hr (regular train) and costs €11 for 2nd class and €14 for 1st class on an express train, or €10 for 2nd class and €12 for 1st class on a regular train. Tickets are 10% cheaper online. There is free Wi-Fi and tables with electric outlets on trains. 1st class passengers get more comfortable seats and may book a specific seat online.

Trains also run between Tartu and Valga on the Latvian border, with one daily connection further to Riga (5 hr). Railway tracks likewise go in the direction of Russia , but you can only reach the small station of Koidula on the Russian border. This station is less than 1 km from the 24/7 checkpoint, which is open for pedestrians. Once you are on the Russian side, catch a taxi or walk to the bus station of Pechory (2 km from the border), and continue to Pskov by bus.

By car [ edit ]

An excellent day trip is to drive from Tallinn to Tartu. Outside of Tallinn, it is a two-lane paved road with some construction ongoing to upgrade it. It takes two to two and a half hours. There are few sights of interest along the way. The terrain is flat and most of the road is bracketed by a birch trees and a few pines. Sam's Grill (about halfway between Tallinn and Tartu) or a bit fancier Põhjaka Mõis are recommended as a place to stop. There is a gas station (Statoil) some km away.

By boat [ edit ]

There are also ferry services between Tartu and Lake Peipus and Lake Lämmijärv. Check with the Tourist Information Centre, or inquire at the river directly.

Get around [ edit ]

On foot [ edit ].

Tartu can be easily explored by walking. It's only a 20-minute walk from the train station to the old town, and a beautiful 30-min walk from old town to the Estonian National Museum.

Tartu has a network of 14 intracity bus lines and 2 night bus lines. See online information about local buses .

Load a Pilet.ee mobile app to buy tickets. For longer stays, buy a bus card for €2 at one of these places (cards from elsewhere in Estonia can also be used), then load money to card at the same place or online . You can also buy tickets with contactless card on bus. You will get automatically 1-hour ticket or 1-day ticket, if you're using it for 3rd time that day. QR-tickets can only be bought for 1-hour. All tickets have to be scanned on bus.

Bus network details (times and lines) see here: http://tartu.peatus.ee/#city/eng [dead link]

Important lines are:

• 9 and 9A circle around town, 9 goes clockwise and 9A anticlockwise
• 25 to Tartu Railway Station according to train schedule
• Bus line 69 is free, and runs between the bus station and the Lõunakeskus shopping center on the edge of town. As this is a sponsored line, its buses do not have the red-and-white color scheme of regular municipal buses.
• E1 to/from airport

By taxi [ edit ]

Read more under Estonia#By taxi .

By bicycle [ edit ]

Tartu can be easily seen by bike, because of its small size. Tartu has 750 city bikes, and 500 of them are electric. Electric bikes can be recognized by a lightning bolt and missing gears. There are 69 bike docks in Tartu. If the bike dock is full, you can lock the bike near the dock using lock in basket.

Prices are €5 for 1 day, €10 for a week and €30 for a year. 10 day bus tickets can also be used. Bikes can be used for 60 minutes after which you have to bring them back to dock, where you can get another 60 minutes. If you don't bring the bike to dock in 60 minutes you have to pay €1 for every hour you're late. If you don't bring the bike back in 5 hours, you have to pay €80.

For unlocking bikes you need to download Tartu Smart Bike app or use bus card. Available bikes can be seen online.

See [ edit ]

• 58.37824 26.722996 3 Statue of Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde ( Kirjanike Oscar Wilde ja Eduard Vilde mälestusmärk ).  
• 58.388868 26.708707 4 Soup Neighbourhood ( Supilinn ). Neighbourhood where all of the streets are named after soup ingredients. Features charming old wooden houses.  
• 58.400218 26.75403 5 Former Soviet Airfield ( Raadi ) ( In Raadi, north of Tartu ).  

Museums [ edit ]

• Tartu University Museum , Toome Hill. Summer: Tu-Su 10–18. €6 or €12 with Observatory and Art Museum
• 58.381981 26.728915 9 Tartu City Museum , Narva 23 . Classicist style structure was built as a town palace in 1790. The building is popularly called Catherine's House. The legend has it that Empress Catherine II made a short stay there. It is not true, though. The permanent exhibition provides a good insight into Tartu's long history up to 1920. ( updated Aug 2018 )
• 58.382327 26.721367 10 Estonian Sports and Olympic Museum , Rüütli 15 . M-Su 11-19 . The Baltics' biggest museum designated to sports, with several interactive exhibits. There's a winter sports exhibition in Otepää town, about 45 km from Tartu. €6, concession €5, family €15 . ( updated Oct 2018 )

Parks and squares [ edit ]

• 58.384264 26.721848 11 Botanic Garden of the University of Tartu , 38/40 Lai .  
• 58.380178 26.716875 12 Toome Hill . Many monuments, statues and historical buildings  
• 58.398063 26.739299 13 Raadi Park ( cross of Vahi and Narva maantee streets ).  
• 58.378944 26.723301 14 Barclay Park .  

Churches [ edit ]

• 58.382642 26.720167 15 St. John's Church ( Tartu Jaani Church ). 14th century church is famous for its thousands of medieval terracotta figures.  
• 58.380251 26.714577 16 Cathedral ruins ( on top of the Dome Hill ). From the 13th century and were dedicated to apostles St. Peter and Paul. Today the choir part houses the Tartu University History Museum, and the towers are reconstructed to sightseeing platforms.  
• 58.371742 26.715592 17 St. Paul's Church , Riia . An outstanding redbrick Finnish National Romanticist style building by the famous Finnish architect Eliel Saarinen.  
• 58.390245 26.72865 18 St. Peter's Church , 104 Narva St . A Neogothic Lutheran church from 1903, built on the grounds of the first general Estonian song festival, which took place in 1869.  
• 58.382624 26.709971 19 Roman Catholic Church , 1 Veski St . A beautiful revivalist redbrick building from 1899.  
• 58.36436 26.728772 20 St. Alexander's Orthodox Church , 19a Sõbra St . A two-story church, designed by architect V. Lunski, with cupolas inspired by the Old Russian church architecture. It was deconsecrated 40 years ago but reconsecrated in summer 2003.  
• 58.382638 26.722463 21 Uspensky Orthodox Church , 1 Magasini St . An early classical church, built in 1783 with typical Russian classical elements, on the same place where the Dominican cloister of St. Mary Magdalene Church, founded before 1300, formerly stood.  

Other buildings [ edit ]

• 58.379419 26.719089 22 Gunpowder Cellar . Dug into the side of the hill in 1767 as part of the complex of the bishop's citadel. It was used as a gunpowder cellar until 1809. Until 1982, it served as a storage room for many different enterprises, and was later developed into a eating place. Today, the building hosts a bar/restaurant of the same name.  
• 58.379443 26.715617 23 National Court , Lossi 17 ( Dome Hill ). In 1763, a military barracks was erected in this place. Onto its ruins was built the university hospital in 1808, which functioned until 1990. Since 1993, the national court is again in Tartu, which is Estonia's supreme judiciary court.  
• 58.378811 26.72007 24 Old Observatory , Lossi 40 ( on the old castle ruins on the Dome Hill ). The observatory, designed by university architect J.W. Krause, was built at the beginning of the 19th century. Working place of many famous astronomers including Struve; indeed the observatory is a point on the world heritage listed Struve Geodetic Arc spanning from the Arctic Sea to the Black Sea.  
• 58.378001 26.717486 25 Old Anatomical Theatre , Lossi 38 ( On the Dome Hill ). One of the first buildings of the re-opened Tartu University, built in 1803-1805 according to the drawings of university architect J. Krause. Today the visitors are offered an exhibition of the history of medicine with preparates.  
• 58.38073 26.724252 26 Barclay House , Raekoja 18 . Late 18th century building. Duchess Barclay bought the house in 1819 after the death of her husband, Barclay de Tolly. The riverside wall of the building is actually a reused part of the old town wall, while the other side was built on a new foundation. This is why the house is now askew and is popularly called the Tower of Pisa.  
• 58.374625 26.72901 27 Tartu Centre for Creative Industries , Kalevi 13, 15, 17 ( Kalevi St is the continuation of Ülikooli St after Riia St ). Congregates several creative enterprises and creates therefore a creative atmosphere. The three buildings of the centre were built between 1830 and 1913 and represent different architectural styles: historicism and Art Nouveau.  
• 58.3831 26.7222 28 Remains of the Town Wall .  

Bridges [ edit ]

• 58.379596 26.717675 29 Angel's Bridge ( Toome hill ). Built in the 19th century and spans Lossi Street.  
• 58.378934 26.715897 30 Devil's Bridge . Built in 1913 in honour of the 300th jubilee of tsarist Russia's Romanov Dynasty, which is memorialised on the bridge by the dates 1613-1913.  
• 58.380796 26.726022 31 Arched Bridge ( from the main square, look towards the river ). Stands on the site of the original stone bridge of Tartu which was built in 1784 and blown up by the Soviets in WWII. This new bridge is only for pedestrians and allows you to do one of the most loved cultural activities of Tartu, walk over the top of the arch after a big night in the club. Just don't let the cops catch you.  

Modern architecture [ edit ]

During the last decade, Tartu has seen several interesting pieces of modern architecture being built. They are well worth a visit and give an insight of how people in modern Tartu think and live, in addition to traditionally history-driven image of the city. Some of them are right in the city-centre. See the yellow markers on the official Tartu Modern Architecture map . The map is in Estonian only, but selected images speak louder than words.

Do [ edit ]

• 58.382206 26.718079 1 Toy Museum and Theater House , Lutsu 2 . W-Su 11:00-18:00 .  
• 58.383885 26.721816 2 Tartu New Theatre ( Tartu Uus Teater ), Lai 37 .  
• 58.376336 26.724025 3 Vanemuine Theatre , Vanemuise 6 .  
• 58.379615 26.734264 4 Harbour Theatre ( Sadamateater ), Soola 5B .  
• 58.376572 26.734618 5 AHHAA Science Center , Sadama 1 , ☏ +372 745 6789 , [email protected] . Su-Th 10-19:00, F-Sa 10-20:00 . Interactive and entertaining science center. €15, students and seniors €11, family €35 . ( updated Dec 2019 )
• 58.375514 26.734257 6 Aura Waterpark ( Aura Veekeskus ), Turu 10 , ☏ +372 7300 280 . Pool: M-F 06:30-22:00, Sa-Su 9-22:00 . Swimming pool, water park, fitness center Pool: €4-5; Water park: €6-7 .  
• Lodi River Cruises , Emajõe 3 , ☏ +372 551 8386 . Offers various cruises for up to 30 people along River Emajõgi.  
• Estonian National museum ( ERM ), Muuseumi tee 2 . Tu-Su 10:00-18:00 . ( updated Dec 2019 )
• Football: JK Tammeka play soccer in Meistriliiga, Estonia's top tier. Their home ground Tamme Stadium (capacity 1600) is 500 m south of the railway station. The playing season is March-Nov.

Festivals [ edit ]

• Hanseatic Days . Third week of July, exact dates vary from year to year. Medieval festival featuring fairs, festivities, exhibitions, concerts, dances, merchants and tradesmen. Most events are free .  
• tARTuFF . Film festival in August. Themes include love and tolerance.  
• PÖFF - Black Nights Film Festival . Film festival at the end of November.  

Learn [ edit ]

• Tartu University , Ülikooli 18 . Established in 1632, it's one of the oldest universities in Europe. The main building was built in 1804-1809 according to university architect Johann Wilhelm Krause's plans in classical architecture. It includes the historic lock-up on the attic, Assembly Hall and the Tartu University Art Museum which displays ancient art.  
• Estonian University of Life Sciences , Ülikooli 18 .  

Buy [ edit ]

• Kvartal . Shopping centre next to Kaubamaja. Has a spa. Opened in 2016. ( updated Jun 2016 )
• Lõunakeskus ( take bus no. 69 from the city centre. ). Features a wide range of small boutiques, as well as a big department store Maksimarket. Has a cinema and indoors adventure park ( updated Apr 2020 )
• Tasku . Shopping centre near the bus station. ( updated Jun 2016 )
• Loov Gallery , Kalevi 13 . M-F 12:00–18:00 . Loov Gallery sells souvenirs produced by young Estonian artists, ranging from jewelry and accessories to paintings.  
• Tartu Kaubamaja ( 100 metres from the Bus Station ). Department store with several floors full of fascinating things to buy. "Kaubamaja" belongs to Kaubamaja consortium.  

Eat [ edit ]

Budget [ edit ].

• 58.3753 26.7206 1 Opera Pizza , Vanemuise 26 , ☏ +372 742 0795 . ( updated Sep 2023 )
• Pappa Pizza , Riia 7 , ☏ +372 7427933 . M–Sa 11:00–22:00, Su 12:00–22:00 . pizzeria ( updated Nov 2015 )
• [formerly dead link] Ruunipizza , Rüütli 2 , ☏ +372 7433575 , +372 51929211 , [email protected] . M–Th 08:15–22:00, F–Sa 08:15–23:00, Su 09:15–22:00 . Different pizza and pancake dishes (both as desserts and as main courses), soups, rice dishes, etc. Mostly €4–6 .  
• Taverna Restaurant/Pizzeria , Raekoja plats 20 .  
• Spargel , Kalevi 13 . M 11:00-21:00, Tu–Su 11:00-23:00 .  
• Kebab Master , Riia 2 ( Kvartal 1. Floor ). 10:00-21:00 . € . ( updated Mar 2021 )

Mid-range [ edit ]

• Asian Chef , Võru 2 , ☏ +372 7 355 029 , +372 53 300 464 . Su-Th 11:00–23:00, F-Sa 11:00–01:00 . Authentic Asian cuisine, good price soups and meals of the day.  
• Pizzeria La Dolce Vita , Kompanii 10 .  
• Püssirohukelder . Built inside an ancient gunpowder cellar.  
• Suudlevad tudengid , Raekoja plats 10 , ☏ +372 730 1893 .  
• [dead link] Yakuza Sushi Bar , Turu 2, Tasku Shopping Center . Japanese food.  
• Werner restaurant . Cosy restaurant with good food in a relaxed environment. ( updated Jun 2016 )

Drink [ edit ]

58.379911 26.720747 1 Pirogov Park ( located just "behind" the city hall ). small park where consuming light (<6%) alcohol is allowed between 15 March and 15 October (as it's a designated picnic area). It's the only public place in the city where drinking is legal so in the evenings it's full of students and homeless. ( updated Oct 2018 )

Cafes [ edit ]

• 58.381901 26.721288 2 Café Crepp . French-themed, serves delicious pancakes  
• 58.38053 26.721116 3 Café Werner ( Kohvik-restoran Werner ). Excellent café since 1895.  
• 58.381526 26.721469 4 Café Krempel , Rüütli 12 , ☏ +372 445 1510 , [email protected] . M-F 08:00-18:00, Sa Su 09:00-18:00 . A cosy café which also offers vegan dishes (breakfast only on Sunday) in which you can apparently get in touch with strangers. ( updated Oct 2018 )

Bars [ edit ]

In a typical pub, a 0.5 l beer usually costs €3.50-5. Almost all popular beers are near or more than 5% alcohol content.

• 58.37788 26.72162 5 NAIIV . Culture and bar. ( updated Sep 2017 )
• 58.369731 26.727672 6 Barlova . Cosy and chilled. ( updated Sep 2017 )
• 58.379454 26.72236 7 Illegaard , Ülikooli 5 . Jazz Club. Many sporting events (mainly football) are broadcasted.  
• 58.38077 26.722528 8 Underground , Küütri 7 .  
• 58.383479 26.721999 9 Möku , Magasini 5 , ☏ +372 740 4514 . M-Sa 12:00-03:00, F-Sa until 04:00 . A nice, somewhat (more) alternative-hipstery bar. ( updated Oct 2018 )

Clubs [ edit ]

• 58.383475 26.721969 10 Genialistide klubi , Magasini 5 ( Between Magasini 3 and Lai 37 ). An alternative club with concerts, theater performances, seminars, etc. The bar Möku resides on the ground floor.  
• 58.373872 26.711599 11 Klubi Rock & Roll , Tiigi 76A .  
• 58.383616 26.738639 12 Illusion . According to girls more into Genialistide klubi, Illusion is where people get drunk and start fights, and the music is bad. So, the latter basically means main stream music.  
• 58.378017 26.722768 13 Shooters . Drinking and party, as flat and fun as is it might sound. ( updated Sep 2017 )
• 58.377831 26.724467 14 Night Club Maasikas ( Strawberry ).  

Sleep [ edit ]

• 58.371867 26.714218 1 Hostel Looming , Kastani 38 , ☏ +372 56994398 , [email protected] . An eco-friendly boutique hostel. Dorm from €12 .  
• 58.380397 26.722962 2 TerviseksBBB , Raekoja Plats 10 , ☏ +372 5655382 , [email protected] . English speaking, overlooking the Town Square, Excellent kitchen and bathrooms. 4 bed dorm: €15. Private room (1 person): €22 .  
• 58.385507 26.709009 3 Hostel Tartu Student Villa , Tähtvere 48 . Self-service accommodation in apartments with all comforts. €20/night .  
• 58.377522 26.733135 4 Hotell Tartu , Soola 3 ( right across from the bus station ). 3-bed dorm bed: €20 .  
• [dead link] Tartu Student Village , 3 different locations: Raatuse 22, Narva mnt. 27 and Pepleri 14 . Best rooms go quickly so book ahead.  
• 58.380549 26.699614 5 Rainbow Guest House ( Vikerkaare Külalistemaja ), Vikerkaare 40 ( 10 minute walk from downtown. ).  
• 58.378465 26.708583 6 Kastani B&B , Kastani 3 ( on the other side of the cathedral hill ). Small guest house. The lady who runs it speaks a little English but she is delightful and you can communicate without too much hassle. Best to email ahead. Single: €25 .  

• 58.369904 26.775278 7 Hotel Starest , Mõisavahe 21 , ☏ +372 7400 674 , +372 56 203 823 , [email protected] . In the Annelinn suburb, is a quality budget hotel. All rooms are equipped with Sat-TV and an internet connection. Located just few minutes by car from Tartu Town Hall square, with frequent bus service from right in front of the hotel. Single: €29, double room €36 .  
• 58.379726 26.722064 8 Domus Dorpatensis Guest Apartments , Raekoja plats 1 . Apartments are located in a historical house on the main square. They offer spacious and clean apartments with all the equipment and privacy needed. €35 .  
• 58.378786 26.722609 9 Barclay Hotell , Ülikooli 8 , ☏ +372 7 447 100 , [email protected] . 49 rooms including 2 suites with saunas. Amenities include safe-box, hairdryer, cable TV, mini-bar, phone and complimentary wireless internet. Restaurant serves authentic Estonian food. From €50 .  
• 58.378816 26.732193 10 Hotel Dorpat , Soola 6 ( on the banks of the Emajõgi River, near the bus station ). 200 standard rooms and 5 business class rooms. Double: €100, breakfast included .  
• 58.380368 26.721625 11 Draakon , Raekoja plats 2 ( In Town Square ), ☏ +372 7 442045 , [email protected] . BBC TV. Wheelchair accessible. Single: €65; Double: €100, breakfast included .  
• London Hotel , Rüütli 9 , ☏ +372 7 305 555 , [email protected] . Single: From €60, Double: From €70 .  

Go next [ edit ]

• Tallinn – The financial and cosmopolitan centre of Estonia. Beautiful and expensive.
• Soomaa National Park – About 60 km south of Tallinn and second largest national park in Estonia, known for its swamps and bogs (Soomaa means "land of bogs" in Estonian), and its "fifth season". Surprisingly, swimming is popular there and is said to rejuvenate the skin.
• Põltsamaa – The centre of Estonian winery and wine production just a dozens of km northwest.
• Viljandi – A beautiful, ancient and hilly city, known for its annual Viljandi Folk Music Festival, beautiful old town and overwhelming and picturesque park around the old castle.
• Otepää – A small town set in the hills of south Estonia and best known winter sports centre in the Baltics, and the Winter Capital of Estonia. Surrounded by lakes, hills and ski jump towers.
• Zwiebelberg – A region at Lake Peipsi, popular for its numerous onion sellers along the stretch between Kolkja and Varnja.
• Mustvee – Almost halfway to Narva , the border city with Russia famous for the Hermann castle, is this small and relaxing fishing village.

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University of Tartu Museum

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Tartu, the capital of students and wisdom, is the second biggest city in Estonia, attracting many tourists and travelers every year. Depending on your taste and preferences, there are plenty of wonderful things that you can see and do in Tartu, starting with a historic journey in the Old Town and finishing with wild parties in the best nightclubs.

1. ahhaa science centre.

AHHAA Science Centre is the biggest technology center in Estonia and the entire Baltic States . Its main purpose is to promote science and show people how it can be both interactive and useful in everyday life. There are hundreds of different exhibits in AHHAA Science Centre, including a huge planetarium and 4d Adventure Cinema. If you only have time to visit one place in Tartu, it should probably be this.

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The Old Town

Tartu is a very old city with a rich history, which you can learn by walking around the beautiful Tartu Old Town. It is definitely the most stunning part of Tartu to visit. Most of the attractions, including museums and restaurants, are located in the Old Town as well.

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3. The Kissing Students fountain

The Kissing Students fountain is the most recognizable symbol in Tartu. It is a must for lovers who are in the city, to visit the statue of two kissing students under the umbrella as it is considered to be a sign of everlasting love! Most newlyweds also come to kiss under the fountain so you can expect to see traditional Estonian weddings as well!

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4. Tartu Toy Museum

Luke Manor and Manor Park

Luke Manor and Manor Park is a little outside of Tartu, but it is definitely worth a visit for people who are interested in old manor houses with huge parks and ponds. This Neo-Baroque and Heimat manor house dates back to 1557 and it has been through a lot since then. Sadly, the main house was destroyed in 1941. The best time to visit this place is during the summer when the weather in Estonia is hot and sunny.

Traditional Estonian food

Estonians pay a lot of attention to the food they eat so the quality of restaurants in Tartu is very high. There are a lot of wonderful restaurants where you can try traditional Estonian food and understand a little more about the cuisine and culture.

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There are a lot of wonderful churches built all over Tartu. Some of the most popular are St Paul’s Church, Roman Catholic Church of Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and Tartu St Peter’s Church. You can learn all about Estonian architecture just by carefully studying the magnificent churches, which are still open for masses and other events.

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Discover the secret exciting places of Tartu

• By public transport
• Start: Tartu
• Finish: Tartu
• Duration: 3 days

In addition to well-known sights, there is much more to Tartu – the selection is as pleasantly varied as Tartu itself. Get on a bicycle and enjoy the compactness of Tartu. In a short time, you can go on an adventure in the depths of the National Archives, explore the Raadi Manor Park, and enjoy a delicious meal in one of the cafes hidden in the gardens. Then go on a stroll through the bohemian wooden house districts with an eccentric atmosphere and wander around enjoying street art. Do not forget the markets and local design shops, the Kissing Hill, or the observatory. Indulge in art, museums, adventures, emotions, surprises, and exciting encounters – the spirit of Tartu.

Sites along route

Starting point

Tartu Art Museum

Museums & Galleries

Raekoja plats 18, Tartu linn, Tartu 51004

Tartu Old Observatory

Uppsala tänav 8, Tartu linn, Tartu 51003

Devil’s Bridge in Tartu

Historical buildings

Lossi tänav 19, Tartu 51003

Kissing Hill (Musumägi)

Nature Sites

Tartu linn, Tartu

University of Tartu Museum Treasury

Lossi tänav 25, Tartu linn, Tartu 51003

Spires of Tartu Cathedral

Viewing platforms and promenades

A. Le Coq gift shop

Souvenirs, handicraft

Laulupeo puiestee 15, Tartu linn, Tartu 51006

Tartu Festival Arena

Laulupeo puiestee 25, Tartu linn, Tartu 51007

Tartu Tähtvere Dendro Disc Golf Park

Games & Sports

Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwaldi tänav, Tartu linn, Tartu 51014

Villa Tammekann (Alvar Aalto House)

Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwaldi tänav 6, Tartu linn, Tartu 51006

Supilinn – a district of wooden buildings with a wonderful milieu

Herne tänav, Tartu linn, Tartu

Lodjakoda (Barge Chamber) theme park

Ujula tänav 98, Tartu linn, Tartu 51008

The 'Jõmmu' barge

Water adventure

Theatre House of the Tartu Toy Museum

Lutsu tänav 2, Tartu linn, Tartu 51006

Tartu St. John’s Church spire

Jaani tänav 5, Tartu linn, Tartu 51007

Estonian Sports and Olympic Museum

Rüütli tänav 15, Tartu linn, Tartu 51007

University of Tartu Art Museum

Ülikooli tänav 18, Tartu linn, Tartu 50090

Sculpture Oscar Wilde and Eduard Vilde

Sculptures & Monuments

Vallikraavi tänav 4, Tartu 51003

'Father and Son' sculpture

Küüni tänav, Tartu linn, Tartu 51004

Tartu market hall

Farmers markets & organic stores

Vabaduse puiestee 1, Tartu linn, Tartu 51004

Voyage on river Emajõgi with Pegasus

Soola tänav 6, Tartu linn, Tartu 51004

Tartu Market

Soola tänav-10, Tartu linn, Tartu 51004

Gallery Pallas

Riia tänav 11, Tartu linn, Tartu 51010

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

Riia tänav 27, Tartu linn, Tartu 51010

University of Tartu Natural History Museum

Vanemuise tänav 46, Tartu linn, Tartu 51003

Lõunakeskus shopping centre Astri Arena ice skating rink

Lääneringtee 37, Tartu linn, Tartu 50501

Adventure Park at Lõunakeskus

Adrenaline Rush

Ringtee tänav 75, Tartu 50501

TYPA Printing and Paper Arts Centre

Kastani tänav 48f, Tartu linn, Tartu 50410

Muhu Pagar Bakery in Tartu Lõunakeskus

Local convenience stores

Lääneringtee tänav 39, Tartu linn, Tartu 50501

Kogo Gallery

Kastani tänav 42, Tartu linn, Tartu 50410

Barlova Bar

Tähe tänav 29, Tartu linn, Tartu 50103

The park of Tartu Environmental Education Centre

Parks & Gardens

Lille tänav 10, Tartu linn, Tartu 51010

Karlova, a meeting place for architecture enthusiasts and Bohemians

Kalevi tänav-11, Tartu linn, Tartu 51010

Snail Tower (Tigutorn)

Väike-Turu tänav 5, Tartu linn, Tartu 51004

Times and prices

Is open 24 hours

Features and amenities

Further information, transportation type, getting there.

You can find information about exploring the city by bus, taxi, the bike sharing system, or on foot here: https://visittartu.com

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Coordinates.

• 58°22'51''N 26°43'27''E
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