Tartu

Tartu (formerly known as Dorpat or Yuryev) is the second largest city in Estonia with a population of around 96,000. A Hanseatic city and a university town, it dates back to 1030, and as such it's the oldest city in the Baltics. Although large parts of the town were destroyed in World War II, Tartu still has a charming old town surrounded by large parks (some of which used to be fully built-up neighbourhoods before the war). Toomemägi, or Cathedral Hill, towering over the city, hold some of Tartu's major sights.

See: 139
Do: 85
Eat: 108
Drink: 114
Buy: 41

Banner: Tartu_Panoraam.jpg : Mihkel Lehtmets derivative work: Jjtkk, CC BY-SA 3.0 ee

Experiences

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Timed, planned outings built around a specific moment: a sunset, a view, a walk worth doing in order.

Sunset
Golden Hour at Toome Hill
Beat the evening chill with a warm pastry, then catch the last light on the historic hill.
15 Jan · 90 min
Evening
Golden Hour at Toome Hill
Time your visit for the late afternoon light, then settle in for dinner and a drink as the city lights up.
15 Apr · 120 min
Sunset
Tartu Sunset Stroll
Pick up a warm treat, watch the sun dip behind Toome Hill, and end the evening with jazz.
15 Apr · 120 min
Daytime
Golden Hour on Toome Hill
Skip the midday crowds and time your visit to hit the afternoon light just right. Grab a bite nearby, then head up to the hill for the best view in town as the day winds down.
15:55 · 120 min
Daytime
Morning Light at the University
Start your day at Tartu’s most iconic building, then wander through the quiet streets and parks nearby.
none · 120 min
Evening
Golden Hour in the Soup Neighbourhood
Catch the last warm light of the day on your way to dinner.
15 Apr · 120 min