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Tallinn Old Town – The Guide for 2024
Tallinn’s Old Town, a true gem nestled in the heart of Estonia’s capital city, stands as a living testament to the country’s rich history and vibrant culture. Founded in the 13th century, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town,... Read more
Kalamaja District & Northern Tallinn – The Guide for 2024
Kalamaja district in Tallinn Kalamaja is trendy, bohemian, artsy, and the real estate prices are through the roof. It is a great place to visit as it is only a 10-minute walk from the Old Town. The cute... Read more
Kadriorg District in Tallinn – The Guide for 2024
Just out of the Old Town, the Kadriorg area with its greenery and secludedness is a favorite among locals and travelers alike for spending a day at a park or exploring art museums. The park area was purposely... Read more
Rotermann Quarter in Tallinn – The Guide for 2024
Rotermann Quarter is an area in the city center, right next to the Old Town. This place is unique due to its architecture: 19th-century factory buildings are being swallowed by contemporary design. The area was an empty industrial... Read more
Pirita District in Tallinn – The Guide for 2024
Pirita is the most popular beach area in Tallinn. Even though you might not expect it, the Baltic Sea is fairly warm during summer months with temperatures up to 20-25C. So you can actually go swimming! Pirita beach is... Read more
Best Places to Visit at Lahemaa National Park
Lahemaa National Park is a treasure trove of nature, village life, gorgeous manors, and hidden Soviet stuff. It’s a beautiful place to visit for a day or even more. The 725km2 area is about an hour from Tallinn... Read more
Top 5 Estonian Books You Have to Read
Estonians are not open books. Often, we get described as cold, closed off, or reserved. So, maybe one way to learn more about us is to try and read some of our literature. Estonians love reading; we love... Read more
Traveling with Kids in Estonia: Family-Friendly Activities and Destinations
Traveling with kids can be either a joy or a hassle. “Are we there yet?!” is probably part of any family trip ever, but luckily, there are plenty of cool kid-friendly places to visit in Estonia. So, whatever... Read more
Tallinn for Families: 11 Kid-Friendly Activities & Attractions
Tallinn is famous for a historic and beautiful Old Town but all that history can get a little too much for active children. So if you are looking for fun and unique activities for kids in Tallinn then... Read more
Estonia’s Best National Parks & Wildlife Reserves
Estonia has six national parks, with the oldest one designated in 1971. The newest got its protected status only in 2018. Roughly one fifth of Estonia’s mainland and marine and coastal territory are under protection. These reserves are... Read more
Estonia’s Best Beaches & Seaside Retreats
Estonia’s warm summers pull locals and visitors from bustling cities to the calm and quiet seaside. Long summer days can be spent relaxing along a coastline stretching 3794 kilometers. This shallow waterline is often covered with golden sands... Read more
7 Best Towns to Visit in Estonia (Beyond Tallinn)
Estonia offers far more than just the captivating Old Town and trendy neighbourhoods of Tallinn. It is a land of enchanting forests, historical wonders, and coastal beauty that extends well beyond its capital. Venture into the heart of... Read more
Foodie Heaven: Tallinn’s Top 6 Restaurant Districts
Tallinn’s food scene is bursting with greatness. Hopefully, this post will make you consider Tallinn as your next foodie destination. Estonia offers great local produce, and our chefs are well-traveled and internationally trained. To top it all off,... Read more
Best Things to Do in Tartu in 2024
Tartu is the second largest city in Estonia and the Culture Capital of Europe in 2024. This means an influx of art, performances, and activities in the town throughout the year, making it an even more attractive place... Read more
10 Famous Estonians You Should Know About
Estonia only has 1.3 million people, yet the country has left a mark on contemporary music, art, design, and sports. Even though most of these Estonians are not household names around the globe, these famous Estonians are at... Read more