Sightseeing Tartu, Estonia

Some of the very best beaches in Estonia lie on the westerly Baltic Coastline of Parnu Bay, although for many this may be a little too far to travel, being around 170 km / 106 miles from central Tartu. However, much closer to home is an extremely sandy beach, which is located on the northern side of the Emajogi and just a short walk from the Kroonu ...»

The summer months is Estonia present tourists with a range of different attractions, many of which are only possible because of the fine weather. River cruises are always popular with visitors and the Pegasus ship is amongst the best, being operated by Atlantis and departing from the dock close off the Narva Maantee and passes some imposing landmar ...»

Many important attractions are either based on the Raekoja Plats or close by. The square itself is presided over by the Town Hall (Raekoja), which is a magnificent landmark and was built in the 1780s. Featuring a tower topped by a weather vane, Tartu Town Hall also features a prominent statue of lovers (Suudlevad Tudengid), who are kissing beneath ...»

Another attraction worth looking out for next to the university is the Botanical Gardens, which were founded at the beginning of the 19th century and contains some 7, 000 different plant species, many impressive plant collections, rose borders with over 200 varieties of rose, landscaped rock gardens, a subtropical house, and a huge glasshouse measur ...»

Cathedral Hill is referred to locally in Tartu as the Toomemägi and provides an impressive backdrop to the Town Hall. The Cathedral Hill has become a prominent local landmark and is actually a beautifully landscaped public park, complete with a series of pathways and mature trees.