Book Flights to Tartu (TAY)

Interesting facts about Tartu
Tartu, the second largest city of Estonia, is known as the county’s capital of culture and civilisation for good reason. Not only is Estonia’s oldest and biggest university located here, but it is also the home of numerous other significant sites. Discover the best things to do in the city with this Finnair travel guide to Tartu. During its long history, Tartu has been under the rule of many countries. While many historical attractions have been destroyed or suffered major damage during the wars, a whole host of them have been restored. For example, the old cathedral is now a museum, and St. John’s Church, known for its terracotta sculptures, was reopened after renovation in 2005. Visit Town Hall Square and see the fountain of two students kissing under an umbrella and then look for the statue of Oscar Wilde (playwright) and Eduard Vilde (writer) sitting on a bench. Stroll past the cute wooden houses in the Soup Neighbourhood and you’ll notice that the roads all take their names from different soup ingredients. The Estonian National Museum is a great place to learn more about the country’s past, its people and their culture and traditions. The KGB Museum provides a fascinating look at how prisoners were treated while detained by the Estonian secret service during the USSR period. Visitors are also sure to enjoy Toomemägi, a beautiful park, which is an ideal picnic spot with its many monuments, old elms and maples. Raadi Park, Toome Hill and the Botanic Garden of the University of Tartu are other spots where you can enjoy some peace outdoors. Stop by Barclay House and discover why it has been nicknamed the Tower of Pisa, admire the views from Angel’s Bridge, Devil’s Bridge and the Arched Bridge, dine in an old gunpowder storage cellar and watch a performance at the country’s oldest theatre, Vanemuine. Diverse bars and nightclubs form the backbone of the city’s evening entertainment scene. Although not Estonia’s main destination for shopping, Tartu still has plenty of places where you can purchase gifts and souvenirs, essential day-to-day items, local crafts and known brand names. It is easy to navigate the Old Town on foot, with most attractions located just a short walk from each other. Buses in Tartu are convenient for accessing areas outside of the city’s core.Sights in Tartu
Things to See and Do Near Tartu
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