Travel / leisure

Autumn transforms Estonia’s hiking trails completely. In the bogs, red, orange and golden hues alternate with dark pools; the forests of South Estonia turn colourful, while the autumn light and wind give coastal trails an entirely different character. If you’re looking for somewhere to hike in Estonia in autumn, it’s worth looking beyond just the best-known Viru and Kakerdaja bogs. In this selection, we’ve gathered 20 very different trails: from short […]

MICHELIN Guide Eesti 2026 does not only mean expensive tasting menus. Estonia's selection includes restaurants in the € price category, Bib Gourmand establishments recognised for good value for money, and restaurants with one or two MICHELIN stars. Here are 15 different options, including their location, Google rating, MICHELIN distinction, price category and official website. MICHELIN Guide Estonia 2026 figures. […]

Estonia offers many more photo shoot locations than Tallinn Old Town, Kadrioru park, or a classic beach. Within a few hours' drive, you can find a quarry with turquoise water, abandoned industrial buildings, high coastal cliffs, misty bogs, medieval ruins, historic railway stations, lighthouses, and castles. A good photo shoot location is not just about a beautiful background. Equally important are the light, season, number of people, accessibility, and how much […]

A lakeside holiday in Estonia does not have to mean just a tent and a swimming spot. Along Peipsi, Võrtsjärve, Pühajärve, Viljandi järve, and the smaller lakes and rivers of Lõuna-Eesti, there are spa hotels, private holiday homes, campsites, and some rather unusual experiential accommodation options. One of the biggest new additions to this selection this year is Kurro loodusspaa on the shore of Peipsi järve, which will open its doors on 17 August 2026. But Kurro is not […]

The weather in Estonia can change quickly: the sun may shine in the morning, rain may begin by lunchtime and strong winds may arrive by evening. This does not mean that a family day out, date or planned trip with friends has to be cancelled. In rainy weather, you can visit science centres, museums, spas, water parks, playrooms and indoor adventure parks in Estonia, take part in creative workshops, go bowling or karting, or solve the puzzles of an escape room. In this selection, we have […]

When travelling in Estonia, you do not always have to choose the best-known destinations. Viru raba, Taevaskoda, Rummu karjäär and Suur Munamägi are undoubtedly worth visiting, but there are dozens of other places that many people have not yet heard of. In some places, mysterious caves await you; elsewhere, there is a former military base, blue-green quarry channels or a forest dotted with dozens of lakes. There are also springs whose water […]

Estonia is an ideal place for a short holiday in nature. You do not have to limit yourself to an ordinary forest cabin or summer cottage—you can stay in a mirror house in the middle of a pine forest, a treehouse, a glass dome near the sea, a floating villa, a rustic sauna house, or a glamping tent by a lake.This is not a list of every possible accommodation in Estonia, because new places are constantly being added and some operate seasonally. Nevertheless, this is a strong […]

Museums in Estonia are not only about paintings, old furniture and objects behind glass. Here you can descend into a real mine, walk through former KGB prison cells, go inside a submarine, experiment with virtual inventions, create lightning and even visit museums devoted to prams, samovars and video games. Today, many museums in Estonia operate as comprehensive experience centres. You can touch the exhibits, start up machines, conduct experiments, solve tasks and […]

Tallinn Card 2026: what is it and who can benefit from it? Tallinn Card is Tallinn’s city card, helping you visit more museums, attractions and exciting places within a short period without having to buy a separate ticket at each location. The card is primarily intended for visitors to Tallinn, but it can also be used by local residents who want to plan a rewarding cultural day for themselves, visit […]

Where can you go with children in Estonia if you want to do more than just take a walk or visit a playground? Estonia has many places where children can climb, run, jump, experiment, swim, see animals, complete adventure trails, and have new experiences together with their parents. This guide features 36 active family destinations across Estonia: large theme parks, water parks, adventure parks, climbing gyms, science centers, nature experiences, and places where […]

Childhood is not only about toys, phones and cartoons. Sometimes all it takes is a carrot, a friendly alpaca or a curious goat to create a memory that a child will still recall years later. This is precisely why petting zoos and animal parks are becoming increasingly popular in Estonia. They are not simply places to look at animals. They are places where you can actually meet, feed and pet the animals […]

Estonia is not only Tallinn's Old Town, museums, bogs and sea views. There are dozens of places here where you can not only observe handicrafts and traditional skills, but also try them yourself: make paper by hand, learn calligraphy, forge metal, paint marzipan, make cheese, experiment with fermentation, and work with leather, glass, clay, medicinal herbs or even Stone Age techniques. Such workshops are well suited to tourists, […]

Estonia may seem small on the map, but it actually contains a surprising variety of places. In a few hours, you can travel from a medieval old town to a bog, from a limestone cliff coast to an island, from a small town centered around a castle to a peaceful fishing village. It is precisely this contrast that makes Estonia a place that should not be underestimated. Many people think that Estonia's main attractions are limited to Tallinn Old Town, Pärnu beach, and a few well-known castles. The reality is […]

Every winter, people search for the same thing: snow towns, ice towns, ice and snow sculptures, real places where they can see more than a single snow sculpture in a park.Photos of enormous ice palaces circulate on social media, but it often remains unclear where they are actually located and whether they can really be visited. This article provides an honest and practical overview: where the real snow towns and ice towns in Estonia […]

If you are looking for a holiday home with a sauna in Estonia for at least six people, the selection may initially seem very large. Holiday homes, sauna houses, forest cabins, and accommodation for larger groups can be found in almost every county in Estonia, but you usually will not find the entire selection on a single booking portal. Some holiday homes are on Booking or Airbnb, some on Estonian tourism portals, and some only on the accommodation provider's own website. The terms and conditions also vary considerably. […]

A comprehensive, practical, and honest guide – at least 22 real places across Estonia Winter recreation in Estonia always evokes two opposing emotions: some say that “there's nothing,” while others know that winter is very much alive in the right places. The truth lies somewhere in between. Estonia does not have the Alps, but it has more than 22 genuinely operating places where you can: learn alpine skiing and […]

If you are about to travel with hand luggage only or definitely want to avoid extra charges at the airport, it is extremely important to know how to pack your hand luggage smartly. Below is a practical, SEO-friendly guide that will help you fit everything you need into a carry-on suitcase or backpack without exceeding the permitted dimensions and weight. 1. Start with the hand luggage rules, not with packing The most common reason people are charged extra at the airport is […]

Estonia, a country with a rich, centuries-old history, harbors many secrets and mysteries. Its medieval castles, scattered across picturesque corners, are not merely ruins but silent witnesses to bygone times, full of legends, ghosts, and hidden stories. In this article, we embark on a journey to five abandoned Estonian castles that rarely appear in travel guides but conceal much more than […]

Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is famous for its medieval old town, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. But beyond the well-known attractions, the city conceals many unique and little-explored museums that offer an unusual perspective on Estonian history and culture. If you want to venture off the usual tourist routes, here are five lesser-known museums in Tallinn that are definitely worth visiting. 1. Forbidden […]

Planning a special evening for two? The choice of restaurant plays a key role in creating a romantic atmosphere. We explored the highest-rated eateries in Harjumaa and selected 5 places where excellent cuisine, refined interiors and first-class service will turn your dinner into an unforgettable occasion. 1. NOA Chef’s Hall (Tallinn) Atmosphere: Exclusive and immersive. Recognition: Michelin star. Located on the border of Tallinn and Viimsi, NOA Chef’s Hall (also known […]