{"id":408288,"date":"2026-08-29T20:24:18","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T18:24:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/"},"modified":"2026-08-31T02:04:37","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T00:04:37","slug":"tartu-estonia-things-to-see","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/","title":{"rendered":"Tartu, Estonia: 12 Things to See in the Student Heart of the Country in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Tallinn often gets clogged with cruise-ship crowds during the day, Tartu in Estonia moves to a completely different beat. This <strong>second-largest city in Estonia<\/strong> lies roughly two hours south and belongs above all to students. You&#8217;ll find a far more laid-back atmosphere here, one that pulls you straight into its calm rhythm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s known as the city of good thoughts, and the local university, <strong>founded all the way back in 1632<\/strong>, makes it the true intellectual heart of the country. Tourists don&#8217;t flock here in the same numbers, but according to many travellers that only makes the experience more authentic. There&#8217;s certainly no shortage of great caf\u00e9s, gorgeous parks and architecture you won&#8217;t have seen a hundred times before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ll give you <strong>12 tips<\/strong> on what absolutely not to skip in the city \u2014 from caf\u00e9s tucked into creative courtyards to a museum that&#8217;ll knock you off your feet. I&#8217;ll also share the best way to get here, <strong>how much time to set aside<\/strong> and where to stay strategically so everything is nicely within reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba3605d3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba3605d3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"872\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-01.jpg\" alt=\"Town Hall Square in Tartu\" class=\"wp-image-350586\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-01.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-01-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-01-700x339.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-01-768x372.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-01-1536x744.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-01-696x337.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-01-1392x674.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" 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counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#How_to_get_to_Tartu\" >How to get to Tartu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Where_to_stay_in_Tartu_hotels_in_Estonia\" >Where to stay in Tartu: hotels in Estonia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#12_things_to_see_and_do_in_Tartu_Estonia\" >12 things to see and do in Tartu, Estonia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#1_Town_Hall_Square_and_the_kissing_students_fountain\" >1. Town Hall Square and the kissing students fountain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#2_University_of_Tartu_main_building_and_the_historic_student_lock-up\" >2. University of Tartu main building and the historic student lock-up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#3_Toomemagi_hill_and_the_Gothic_cathedral_ruins\" >3. Toomem\u00e4gi hill and the Gothic cathedral ruins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#4_The_Angels_and_Devils_Bridges_full_of_superstitions\" >4. The Angel&#8217;s and Devil&#8217;s Bridges, full of superstitions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#5_AHHAA_Science_Centre\" >5. AHHAA Science Centre<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#6_Estonian_National_Museum_ERM\" >6. Estonian National Museum (ERM)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#7_The_wooden_Supilinn_district_Soup_Town\" >7. The wooden Supilinn district (Soup Town)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#8_Aparaaditehas_creative_hub\" >8. Aparaaditehas creative hub<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#9_The_Emajogi_River_and_the_arched_Kaarsild_bridge\" >9. The Emaj\u00f5gi River and the arched Kaarsild bridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#10_University_Botanical_Garden\" >10. University Botanical Garden<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#11_Tartu_Observatory_on_the_UNESCO_list\" >11. Tartu Observatory on the UNESCO list<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#12_Pussirohukelder_Gunpowder_Cellar_with_a_record-breaking_ceiling\" >12. P\u00fcssirohukelder (Gunpowder Cellar) with a record-breaking ceiling<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#What_Tartu_kept_from_being_European_Capital_of_Culture\" >What Tartu kept from being European Capital of Culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Day_trips_from_Tartu\" >Day trips from Tartu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Where_to_eat\" >Where to eat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Where_to_go_next\" >Where to go next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Is_a_trip_to_Tartu_even_worth_it\" >Is a trip to Tartu even worth it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Whats_the_best_way_to_get_from_Tallinn_to_Tartu\" >What&#8217;s the best way to get from Tallinn to Tartu?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#How_many_days_do_I_need_for_sightseeing\" >How many days do I need for sightseeing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#What_should_I_definitely_see_in_Tartu\" >What should I definitely see in Tartu?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Is_the_AHHAA_science_centre_suitable_for_children\" >Is the AHHAA science centre suitable for children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#How_much_do_tickets_to_the_main_museums_typically_cost\" >How much do tickets to the main museums typically cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_visit\" >When is the best time to visit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#What_remains_in_the_city_from_its_European_Capital_of_Culture_title\" >What remains in the city from its European Capital of Culture title?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tartu-estonia-things-to-see\/#Where_can_you_eat_well_and_cheaply\" >Where can you eat well and cheaply?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  <strong>Why visit Tartu:<\/strong> It&#8217;s a university city with an incredibly relaxed atmosphere that isn&#8217;t overrun with tourists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>How many days to set aside:<\/strong> One or two days is plenty for the sights within the city, but with day trips to the surroundings you could easily spend three days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>How to get here:<\/strong> Very comfortable Elron trains and Lux Express buses run from Tallinn, with the journey taking around two hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>What not to miss:<\/strong> The AHHAA Science Centre, the Estonian National Museum (ERM) and the romantic Toomem\u00e4gi hill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>How much it costs:<\/strong> Prices are a touch friendlier than in the capital \u2014 a lunch menu usually runs around \u20ac5 to \u20ac8.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>When to go:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll catch the best atmosphere during the academic year in spring or autumn, when the city pulses with student life.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure 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id=\"When_to_visit_Tartu_and_what_the_weather_is_like\"><\/span>When to visit Tartu and what the weather is like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When planning your trip, it helps to remember that Tartu is <strong>primarily a student city<\/strong>. Its mood changes radically depending on the academic calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you arrive during the holiday month of August, the city will be <strong>beautifully empty and quiet<\/strong>, but it&#8217;ll be missing its real energy. The best time to visit is therefore late spring or early autumn, when the streets fill with young people and everything comes alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In spring you can also experience the famous <strong>student festivals<\/strong> that turn the whole centre into one big celebration. The weather in Estonia can be pretty unpredictable, so definitely pack layers even for the summer months. Winters, on the other hand, tend to be frosty and full of snow, which has its own unmistakable charm \u2014 especially when you stroll through snow-covered parks and then warm up in one of the cosy local caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How many days should you set aside? For the centre and the main museums alone, <strong>a day or two is enough<\/strong>. But if you also want to explore the surrounding countryside and lakes, I&#8217;d recommend planning three days straight away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba3614f3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba3614f3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03.jpg\" alt=\"Elron train from Tallinn to Tartu\" class=\"wp-image-350602\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-03-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Leonid Malikov \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Tartu\"><\/span>How to get to Tartu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting from the north to the south of Estonia is incredibly easy and comfortable. The best way from Tallinn to Tartu is on the <a href=\"https:\/\/elron.ee\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>orange Elron trains<\/strong><\/a>, which run very frequently and reliably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The train journey takes roughly two to two and a half hours, and tickets cost <strong>around \u20ac10<\/strong>. The trains are clean, spacious and offer free Wi-Fi, so you can calmly plan your itinerary along the way. If you buy your ticket online in advance on their website, you&#8217;ll get a nice discount, though paying by card directly with the conductor is no problem either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another great option is the <a href=\"https:\/\/luxexpress.eu\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Lux Express buses<\/strong><\/a>, which offer huge comfort including seat-back screens and a free coffee machine. They drop you off right in the centre of Tartu and cost about the same as the trains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re planning a wider Baltic road trip, it makes sense to <strong>rent a car<\/strong>. The roads in Estonia are in excellent condition, and Tartu itself even has a small airport, although most international flights head to Tallinn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba361c13&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba361c13\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1201\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-04.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel room in Tartu, Estonia\" class=\"wp-image-350609\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-04.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-04-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-04-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-04-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-04-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-04-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-04-1392x929.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Max Vakhtbovych \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_Tartu_hotels_in_Estonia\"><\/span>Where to stay in Tartu: hotels in Estonia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\ud83d\udca1 Tip for accommodation and experiences: We prefer to look for accommodation on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>, which tends to have the <strong>best cancellation terms<\/strong>. For <strong>tickets, tours and activities<\/strong>, it pays to compare and book through <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The choice of accommodation in this university city is wonderfully varied and will please backpackers and lovers of luxury alike. Most of the interesting spots are within walking distance of the centre, so the <strong>area around the Old Town<\/strong> is absolutely ideal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tartu-co-videt&#038;hotelname=Lydia%20Hotel&#038;address=Tartu%2C%20Estonsko\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Lydia Hotel<\/strong><\/a> on \u00dclikooli 14 is one of the best-rated addresses right in the heart of the city, with a pool and sauna to boot \u2014 an absolute lifesaver after a full day of pounding the cobblestones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re after a wellness experience rather than just a base camp, travellers rave about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tartu-co-videt&#038;hotelname=V%20Spa%20Hotel%20and%20Conference%20centre&#038;address=Tartu%2C%20Estonsko\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>V Spa &#038; Conference Hotel<\/strong><\/a>, where the room comes with a proper spa complex. For lovers of historic atmosphere, a great choice is the boutique <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tartu-co-videt&#038;hotelname=Hotel%20Antonius&#038;address=Tartu%2C%20Estonsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hotel Antonius<\/a><\/strong> with its stunning antique interiors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For travellers on a tight budget, the stylish <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tartu-co-videt&#038;hotelname=Hektor%20Design%20Hostel&#038;address=Tartu%2C%20Estonsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hektor Design Hostel<\/a><\/strong> combines affordability with excellent Nordic design. Another reliable mid-range choice is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=tartu-co-videt&#038;hotelname=Dorpat%20Hotel&#038;address=Tartu%2C%20Estonsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Dorpat Hotel<\/a><\/strong>, which sits right on the bank of the Emaj\u00f5gi River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Whatever type of stay you go for, you can easily sort your booking through Booking, where you&#8217;ll find <strong>plenty of other apartments<\/strong> suited to a student budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba36247e&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba36247e\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1348\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05.jpg\" alt=\"Tartu and the Emaj\u00f5gi River\" class=\"wp-image-350616\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05-700x524.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05-1536x1150.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05-696x521.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-05-1392x1042.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Sergei Gussev \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_things_to_see_and_do_in_Tartu_Estonia\"><\/span>12 things to see and do in Tartu, Estonia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s take a look together at the most interesting things this likeable city has to offer. From historic lanes and modern museums to <strong>creative hubs full of good coffee<\/strong> \u2014 in short, there&#8217;s something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba362a5c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba362a5c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06.jpg\" alt=\"Fountain of the kissing students in Tartu\" class=\"wp-image-350623\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-06-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: HendrixEesti \/ Wikimedia Commons, Public domain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Town_Hall_Square_and_the_kissing_students_fountain\"><\/span>1. Town Hall Square and the kissing students fountain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;d recommend starting your tour right in the heart of the city at <strong>Town Hall Square<\/strong> (Raekoja plats). This elongated space slopes gently down towards the river and is surrounded by gorgeous pastel-coloured Neoclassical buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The square is dominated by the <strong>majestic Town Hall building<\/strong>, and right in front of it stands the <strong>statue of the kissing students<\/strong>. It&#8217;s the most photographed symbol of the city, and honestly, that little sculpture will melt your heart \u2014 two students, one umbrella, the whole world wet around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Around the square you&#8217;ll find plenty of terraces where you can grab a coffee and soak up the local ease. Exploring this spot will <strong>take you about 30 minutes<\/strong>, and access is, of course, completely free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: In the winter months this very square hosts <strong>magical Christmas markets<\/strong> that travellers rate among the prettiest in the Baltics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba363184&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba363184\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1125\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-07.jpg\" alt=\"Main building of the University of Tartu in Estonia\" class=\"wp-image-350629\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-07.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-07-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-07-700x438.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-07-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-07-1536x960.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-07-696x435.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-07-1392x870.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: A.Savin \/ Wikimedia Commons, FAL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_University_of_Tartu_main_building_and_the_historic_student_lock-up\"><\/span>2. University of Tartu main building and the historic student lock-up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just a few steps from the Town Hall you&#8217;ll come across the main building of the University of Tartu in Estonia, which boasts an <strong>imposing Neoclassical fa\u00e7ade<\/strong> with six mighty columns. This institution is absolutely central to the city, founded by the Swedish king Gustav II Adolf back in 1632.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fascinatingly, the attic of the building hides the so-called <strong>student lock-up<\/strong> (karzer), a historic cell for unruly students. They were shut in here for offences such as brawling, insulting ladies or failing to return library books.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lock-up walls are still <strong>covered in period inscriptions and drawings<\/strong> that the punished students left behind out of boredom. You&#8217;ll find little poems, caricatures of professors and desperate sighs. It&#8217;s a fascinating glimpse into the history of student life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: A visit to the main building and the lock-up will take you <strong>about an hour<\/strong>. The entrance fee is around \u20ac2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba3638ad&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba3638ad\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08.jpg\" alt=\"Ruins of the Gothic cathedral on Toomem\u00e4gi hill\" class=\"wp-image-350635\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-08-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Adam Jones \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Toomemagi_hill_and_the_Gothic_cathedral_ruins\"><\/span>3. Toomem\u00e4gi hill and the Gothic cathedral ruins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right behind the Town Hall rises the sprawling wooded hill of Toomem\u00e4gi, which acts as the green lungs of the whole city. This huge park is full of old trees and benches, so students <strong>love using it as an outdoor reading room<\/strong> before exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the very top of the hill loom the <strong>monumental brick ruins<\/strong> of a 13th-century Gothic cathedral. The bare vaults jutting into the sky have an incredibly mysterious atmosphere and rank among the most beautiful spots in Tartu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part of the cathedral was rebuilt in the 19th century and now houses the <strong>university museum<\/strong>, from which \u2014 after climbing the surviving towers \u2014 you get a <strong>gorgeous view over the whole city<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: A walk through the park is free, and you should <strong>set aside a good two hours<\/strong> for it. Access to the towers and the museum costs around \u20ac7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba3641ae&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba3641ae\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09.jpg\" alt=\"Angel&#039;s Bridge on Toomem\u00e4gi in Tartu\" class=\"wp-image-350644\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-09-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Tusklikupreili \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_The_Angels_and_Devils_Bridges_full_of_superstitions\"><\/span>4. The Angel&#8217;s and Devil&#8217;s Bridges, full of superstitions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you wander around Toomem\u00e4gi hill, you&#8217;re bound to come across two famous bridges. The lighter one is called the <strong>Angel&#8217;s Bridge<\/strong> (Inglisild) and was built in honour of the first rector of the reopened university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A lovely student superstition is tied to this bridge. It&#8217;s said that when you cross it for the first time, you <strong>have to hold your breath<\/strong> and make a wish. If you make it all the way to the other side, your wish is guaranteed to come true. Just try to wish for something your breath will last through, because the bridge isn&#8217;t exactly the shortest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A little further on stands the darker <strong>Devil&#8217;s Bridge<\/strong> (Kuradisild), built to mark the anniversary of the Romanov dynasty. 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AHHAA Science Centre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re into science or travelling with kids, this is a place you simply can&#8217;t skip. AHHAA is the <a href=\"https:\/\/ahhaa.ee\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>largest science centre in the Baltics<\/strong><\/a> and a total paradise for curious minds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t expect boring display cases \u2014 here you have to <strong>touch and try everything<\/strong>. You can ride a bike along a rope stretched high beneath the ceiling, get lost in a mirror maze or explore an underwater world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s also an absolutely ideal refuge in case the weather turns against you in Estonia and it starts to rain. You can sometimes secure tickets to attractions like this <strong>online through portals such as GetYourGuide<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: A visit will easily keep you busy for <strong>three to four hours<\/strong>. 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Estonian National Museum (ERM)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you don&#8217;t normally seek out museums, this one will probably knock you off your feet. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.erm.ee\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Estonian National Museum (ERM)<\/strong><\/a> sits on the edge of the city in the Raadi district, on the site of a former Soviet military airfield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The building itself is a <strong>huge architectural triumph<\/strong>, an enormous <strong>350-metre-long glass wedge<\/strong> that flows seamlessly out of the old runway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside you&#8217;ll find top-notch, interactive exhibitions mapping the history of Estonia and the Finno-Ugric peoples. All the texts are also on special smart cards that you set to your own language upon entry, which is incredibly practical. 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The wooden Supilinn district (Soup Town)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short walk from the centre towards the river lies a district that looks straight out of the last century. Supilinn is a <strong>labyrinth of old, colourful wooden houses<\/strong> with unbelievable charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its name translates as Soup Town, stemming from the fact that the local streets are <strong>named after various vegetables<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll come across Pea Street, Potato Street, Bean Street and Melon Street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It used to be a neglected working-class colony, but today it&#8217;s a <strong>sought-after bohemian address<\/strong> full of community gardens and street art, where you can happily lose yourself for an hour with a camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Get lost in the lanes with a camera in hand \u2014 the walk will <strong>take you about an hour<\/strong> and won&#8217;t cost you a cent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba365f61&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba365f61\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-13.jpg\" alt=\"Aparaaditehas creative hub in Tartu\" class=\"wp-image-350682\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-13.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-13-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-13-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-13-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-13-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Ivo Kruusam\u00e4gi \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Aparaaditehas_creative_hub\"><\/span>8. Aparaaditehas creative hub<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The former Soviet factory Aparaaditehas went through a similar hipster transformation. It once produced refrigeration equipment and secret submarine parts; today it&#8217;s <strong>Tartu&#8217;s answer to Tallinn&#8217;s Telliskivi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This vast industrial complex has turned into a creative hub. The courtyard is full of loungers, and you&#8217;ll find <strong>independent boutiques, art studios<\/strong> and absolutely brilliant speciality coffee caf\u00e9s. You&#8217;ll even discover second-hand bookshops and stores selling local sustainable design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s exactly the kind of place students come to on a Saturday morning to <strong>settle in for brunch<\/strong> or work with a laptop in hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Entry to the complex is free, but definitely set aside <strong>one to two hours<\/strong> to browse the shops and linger over good food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba36668b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba36668b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"970\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-14.jpg\" alt=\"Arched Kaarsild bridge over the Emaj\u00f5gi\" class=\"wp-image-350689\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-14.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-14-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-14-700x377.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-14-768x414.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-14-1536x828.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-14-696x375.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-14-1392x750.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Cayambe \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_The_Emajogi_River_and_the_arched_Kaarsild_bridge\"><\/span>9. The Emaj\u00f5gi River and the arched Kaarsild bridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tartu is bisected by the wide Emaj\u00f5gi River, whose embankment is another popular chill-out zone. In summer, <strong>outdoor caf\u00e9s and bars<\/strong> operate here, buzzing long into the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The two banks are linked by the unmissable <strong>arched Kaarsild bridge<\/strong>, which was built on the site of the original stone bridge destroyed during the war. It&#8217;s a pedestrian-only crossing, so you can take a leisurely stroll across it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to local tradition, some daring students occasionally <strong>try to cross the bridge along its high arch<\/strong>, which is strictly forbidden but adds to the place&#8217;s legendary status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: A slow walk along the embankment with a view of the bridge will <strong>take you about 45 minutes<\/strong>. At night the bridge is also beautifully lit up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba366f5a&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba366f5a\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1012\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-15.jpg\" alt=\"University of Tartu Botanical Garden\" class=\"wp-image-350695\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-15.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-15-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-15-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-15-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-15-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-15-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-15-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Sillerkiil \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_University_Botanical_Garden\"><\/span>10. University Botanical Garden<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nature lovers definitely shouldn&#8217;t miss the university botanical garden, which lies <strong>just a short walk from the old ramparts<\/strong>. It&#8217;s one of the oldest botanical gardens in the Baltics and offers a gorgeous oasis of calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find meticulously maintained outdoor displays, ponds and hundreds of plant species. It&#8217;s the <strong>perfect place for an afternoon picnic<\/strong> or simply reading a book quietly on a bench.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a small fee you can also peek into the <strong>large palm greenhouses<\/strong>, which instantly transport you to a tropical climate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: The outdoor grounds are free to enter, while access to the greenhouses costs <strong>around \u20ac3<\/strong>. A visit will take you roughly an hour to an hour and a half.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba36769d&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba36769d\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16.jpg\" alt=\"Tartu Observatory, a UNESCO World Heritage site\" class=\"wp-image-350703\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-16-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Oth \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Tartu_Observatory_on_the_UNESCO_list\"><\/span>11. Tartu Observatory on the UNESCO list<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right on Toomem\u00e4gi hill you&#8217;ll find one more unique gem: the historic university observatory. This unassuming building played a <strong>huge role in the history of world astronomy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It was from here in the 19th century that astronomer Friedrich Georg Wilhelm von Struve conducted his famous measurements of the shape and size of the Earth. Thanks to the so-called Struve Geodetic Arc, the observatory <strong>made it onto the UNESCO World Heritage List<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside you can admire <strong>historic telescopes and old star charts<\/strong>, which will thrill not only science fans but anyone who loves old instruments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Touring the museum inside the observatory will <strong>take you about an hour<\/strong>. The entrance fee is around \u20ac5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba367df5&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba367df5\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1036\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-17.jpg\" alt=\"P\u00fcssirohukelder gunpowder cellar pub\" class=\"wp-image-350709\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-17.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-17-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-17-700x403.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-17-768x442.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-17-1536x884.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-17-696x401.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-17-1392x801.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Lauri Veerde \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Pussirohukelder_Gunpowder_Cellar_with_a_record-breaking_ceiling\"><\/span>12. P\u00fcssirohukelder (Gunpowder Cellar) with a record-breaking ceiling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you come down from Toomem\u00e4gi hill, don&#8217;t miss the legendary P\u00fcssirohukelder pub. This establishment is housed in a <strong>former gunpowder store<\/strong> dug straight into the steep slope of the hill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pub also boasts an absolutely unique record \u2014 it reportedly has the <strong>highest pub ceiling in Europe<\/strong>. According to locals it measures over 10 metres, giving the whole space the atmosphere of a giant cave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although most people come here to sit down in the evening, I&#8217;d recommend popping in during the day too, because <strong>the red-brick interior itself<\/strong> is genuinely worth seeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: You can combine your visit with lunch \u2014 sitting down here will <strong>take you about an hour<\/strong>. Entry is, of course, free; you only pay for what you order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba368507&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba368507\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18.jpg\" alt=\"Tartu as European Capital of Culture\" class=\"wp-image-350715\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-18-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Loode-Boreaallane \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Tartu_kept_from_being_European_Capital_of_Culture\"><\/span>What Tartu kept from being European Capital of Culture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The year 2024 was an absolute turning point for the city, as it proudly wore the title of <strong>European Capital of Culture<\/strong>. Unlike other cities where nothing but debt remains after the fireworks, here it went off brilliantly and the positive effects last to this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to official figures, the programme drew more than <strong>1.34 million visitors<\/strong>, which completely exceeded all expectations. The city got used to hosting great events and tourists got used to coming, so even in 2025 the number of overnight stays grew by 15% \u2014 no small thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tartu keeps benefiting from this cultural boost. What&#8217;s left behind are <strong>beautifully restored parks, new community gardens<\/strong> and lots of small art installations in public spaces. The creative hubs in the old factories are running at full tilt and the city keeps hold of a fantastic cultural vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba368b61&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba368b61\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Peipus near Tartu\" class=\"wp-image-350720\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-19-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Shi Annan \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_trips_from_Tartu\"><\/span>Day trips from Tartu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you&#8217;re in the south of Estonia, it would be a shame not to venture beyond the city limits. About an hour&#8217;s drive to the northeast lies the <strong>vast Lake Peipus<\/strong> (Peipsi j\u00e4rv), which forms a natural border with Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along its shores stretches the so-called <strong>Onion Route<\/strong>, home to a community of Russian Old Believers. Locals sell huge braids of home-grown onions in front of their wooden houses, and it&#8217;s definitely worth stopping at one of the tea houses, where they&#8217;ll brew you tea in a historic samovar to sit down with (the atmosphere feels like another world).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South of Tartu, the landscape unexpectedly ripples. In the Otep\u00e4\u00e4 region, which serves as a <strong>famous winter resort<\/strong>, you&#8217;ll find deep valleys and hundreds of lakes. Even further southeast lies the V\u00f5romaa region, home to the famous smoke saunas listed by UNESCO. For these trips it&#8217;s ideal to have a rental car at your disposal, though, because rural buses run rather sporadically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a94dba36928f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a94dba36928f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1013\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-20.jpg\" alt=\"Meat-free lunch in a student caf\u00e9\" class=\"wp-image-350725\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-20.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-20-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-20-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-20-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-20-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-20-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/estonsko-clanky-tartu-co-videt-20-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: thecactusena \u200e \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_eat\"><\/span>Where to eat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Estonian cuisine will pleasantly surprise you, but be prepared for the fact that prices are no longer as low as they once were. The secret key to cheap food is <strong>the magic word p\u00e4evapraad<\/strong> (the daily lunch menu).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every weekday around lunchtime, local bistros and caf\u00e9s offer a full menu that <strong>works out at roughly \u20ac5 to \u20ac8<\/strong>. That way you can eat alongside the local students for a very fair price. You&#8217;ll find plenty of such spots right around the university or in the creative Aparaaditehas district. A great choice for a daily menu is <strong>Kolm Tilli<\/strong> right in Aparaaditehas, or the acclaimed <strong>Werner Caf\u00e9<\/strong> just a short walk from the university \u2014 where, incidentally, they have the best cakes in town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local restaurants along the coast may tempt you with fish specialities and <strong>smoked meat from the smoke sauna<\/strong> (and yes, sauna cuisine really is a big deal here), but don&#8217;t hesitate to go for <strong>vegetarian pelmeni<\/strong> or a creamy vegetable soup either \u2014 they&#8217;re not worth overlooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_go_next\"><\/span>Where to go next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the Baltics appeal to you and you&#8217;re planning a longer trip, we&#8217;ve put together <strong>plenty of other useful articles<\/strong> for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  Curious what the rest of the country has to offer? Read the article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/estonia-things-to-see\/\">Estonia: 25 tips on what to see and do<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  Or head straight to the capital with our guide <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tallinn-estonia-things-to-do\/\">Tallinn: 20 tips on what to see and do in Estonia&#8217;s capital<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  So the weather doesn&#8217;t catch you off guard, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/estonia-weather-month-by-month\/\">When to go to Estonia: weather month by month<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  Tempted by a proper road trip? Browse our <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/baltic-states-road-trip\/\">Baltics in 10 days: an itinerary through Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  And if you love wellness, don&#8217;t miss <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/saunas-estonia-best-spots\/\">Estonian spas and saunas: 200 years of tradition<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  Practical travel advice can be found in the article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/jak-se-dostat-do-estonska\/\">How to get to Estonia: flights, ferry and by car<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_trip_to_Tartu_even_worth_it\"><\/span>Is a trip to Tartu even worth it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely. While the capital is often packed with tourists during the day, Tartu offers a much <strong>more authentic and peaceful glimpse<\/strong> into Estonian life with an incredibly relaxed student atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_best_way_to_get_from_Tallinn_to_Tartu\"><\/span>What&#8217;s the best way to get from Tallinn to Tartu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The most comfortable and fastest option is the <strong>orange Elron trains<\/strong>, which run very frequently. The journey takes just over two hours and a ticket costs approximately \u20ac10. Another great option is the luxury Lux Express buses.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_I_need_for_sightseeing\"><\/span>How many days do I need for sightseeing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>If you only want to see the main highlights in the centre and visit one museum, <strong>you can manage it in one packed day<\/strong>. However, two days is ideal, and if you want to visit Lake Peipus as well, plan for three days.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_definitely_see_in_Tartu\"><\/span>What should I definitely see in Tartu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss the romantic Toomem\u00e4gi hill with the ruins of the Gothic cathedral, Town Hall Square with the statue of kissing students, and the <strong>creative Aparaaditehas quarter<\/strong>. The Estonian National Museum (ERM) is also well worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_AHHAA_science_centre_suitable_for_children\"><\/span>Is the AHHAA science centre suitable for children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It&#8217;s an absolute paradise for them. This is the <strong>largest interactive museum in the Baltics<\/strong>, where children (and adults) can touch, try out, and explore everything. You can easily spend half a day here.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_do_tickets_to_the_main_museums_typically_cost\"><\/span>How much do tickets to the main museums typically cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Prices vary considerably. Most parks and outdoor monuments are free. Entry to the Estonian National Museum (ERM) costs <strong>around \u20ac15<\/strong>, while a family ticket to the AHHAA centre runs at approximately \u20ac45.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_visit\"><\/span>When is the best time to visit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll enjoy the city most <strong>in spring or early autumn<\/strong>, when the real academic atmosphere prevails and the streets are full of students. In August the city is beautiful, but noticeably emptier.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104007\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_remains_in_the_city_from_its_European_Capital_of_Culture_title\"><\/span>What remains in the city from its European Capital of Culture title?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The city continues to benefit from this 2024 title to this day. <strong>Renovated community parks, newly opened caf\u00e9s<\/strong>, and plenty of small art installations remain, giving the streets a modern character.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785261104008\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_you_eat_well_and_cheaply\"><\/span>Where can you eat well and cheaply?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Look for signs saying <strong>p\u00e4evapraad<\/strong>, which means daily lunch menu. In these bistros and caf\u00e9s you can have a very good lunch on weekdays for approximately \u20ac5 to \u20ac8.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover the university heart of Estonia, full of caf\u00e9s, romantic parks and interactive museums where the crowds haven&#8217;t arrived yet. Plus, it&#8217;s just two hours from Tallinn.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":351025,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Tartu, Estonia: 12 Best Things to See in 2026","rank_math_description":"Discover Tartu in Estonia: 12 tips on what to see in the country's laid-back student city, from museums to caf\u00e9s and hilltop views. 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