Printable maps of Tartu
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Tartu
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Tartu with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Tartu area
This Tartu map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Tartu and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in Estonia
In the city of Haapsalu, the White Lady Festival is held every year within the territory of the ancient Episcopal castle. The White Lady is a famous Estonian ghost who appears in August on the wall of a chapel during a full moon. Various displays turn the city into a huge fairground as a lot of events take place from dawn to dusk. From sunset, a theatrical performance with the same name is organized in the castle area. Many sacred fires are lit on the shores of the Baltic Sea on a last August night. This is an old Estonian holiday called The Night of Ancient Lights. In ancient times, residents of the seaside set fires on the seashore to light the way for sailors returning home, or to convey an important message to a far off location. Today, the ignition of the ancient lights is intended to unite all the people living along the shores of the Baltic Sea. … Open
Photogallery of Tartu sights
Our guide to Tartu
Attractions and active leisure
The legendary park Toomemagi located on the highest hill of the same name is also suitable for hiking. The territory of the nature reserve has several historic attractions making it even more attractive in the eyes of tourists. There are some scenic parks that have been long chosen by fans of cycling and picnics, among them Maksa Manor Park and Luunja Manor Park have to be mentioned. The obligatory point of the … Open 
Cuisine and top restaurants
Ice cream lovers should pay attention to the Spice Ice cafe. Despite the fact that prices here are quite high, there is always enough of customers wishing to enjoy a refreshing dessert. Selection of ice cream and a variety of additions to it is always very large. One of the most unusual places in Tartu is a Turkish restaurant Istanbu. A cozy room decorated in traditional style, a huge selection of treats and … Open
Travel guide to Tartu
Tartu carefully maintains its historical traditions. During the 15th century, St. Anthony's handicraft Compound was opened in the city. It has been operational for more than 500 years. Visitors can see original craftsmen to make chic porcelain and glass products, sew shoes and leather accessories, and make traditional pottery. They often carry out interesting themed events and fairs. An excellent beer museum … Open
Advices for travellers
5. It’s customary to leave a tip for good service in restaurants and cafes; 5 - 10% of the total amount would be sufficient. It’s better to book a table in prestigious dining places in advance. It is also worth considering that in many restaurants there is a dress code. 6. The city has well developed system of cashless payment, so you can pay with your credit card in almost all major stores and … Open
Cultural excursion through Tartu - things to see
The Dome Cathedral was severely damaged during the Livonian War and almost completely destroyed during World War II. Through the efforts of local residents that religious building has managed to recover and acquire compelling appearance. The local university is also very popular among tourists; it houses the great Observatory of the University of Tartu. The Tartu Toy Museum is the only one of its kind in Baltics. … Open
Tartu sightseeing
Those visitors, who adore entertaining excursions, will also find much interesting in the city. Among the museums opened are the Museum of Tartu University, Geology Museum, Estonian Sports Museum, Museum of Zoology, Museum of Art, Art Museum, the Ethnographic Museum, Museum of O. Luts, and Museum of the History of the City. Each of them presents to visitors magnificent collections of historical artifacts and art … Open
