South Estonia and Setomaa are definitely worth exploring! A relaxing family holiday, a refreshing getaway with a partner, or a business trip with colleagues — at the renovated Värska Water Center, you can relax, have fun, and organize seminars.The hotel at Värska Water Center offers single and double rooms with all amenities, more spacious family rooms, a room for people with disabilities, and one room suitable for allergy sufferers. Rooms decorated with Seto patterns offer views either of the surrounding pine forest or the water park, and some rooms have skylights. There are also provisions for travelers with pets. On the first floor of the hotel is Näki Café, where healthy cocktails and hearty pub dishes are served. Here, you can also try Värska water with varying salt content, directly from the earth. The hotel also features a gym and a solarium, a seminar room, and a party hall for children. The water center offers visitors swimming pools, plunge pools, a sauna world, and a water bar.
We are an undoubtedly fun pub in the centre of Elva. The name of our pub is ÜksTeist. The motto of the pub is to be there for each other. We want you to visit us as if you were visiting an old friend. Regardless of whether you are old or young, you are always welcome here. You will be greeted by a cheerful staff and a good meal. When it comes to the youngest of your family, we will offer them colouring pencils and some white paper, which is just waiting to be drawn on. We offer the chance of holding different events here. In summer, we will also open the outdoor terrace.
Põltsamaa Castle has been an important site throughout the centuries and carries a distinguished history – founded in 1272 on the riverbank, it was the residence of Magnus, the King of Livonia, and later evolved into a magnificent Rococo palace. Wars and fires left the castle in ruins, but now it has come back to life and is waiting for you to visit! Today, the castle offers visitors plenty of excitement. First and foremost, it is worth climbing to the viewing platform of the seven-story castle tower, where a captivating view of the city unfolds in every season. The tower is crowned by a restored historical dome, which is unique in all of Estonia. The church, located within the complex, is built directly into the castle's fortification walls and tower, and is open daily during the summer. The convent and gatehouse feature a modern exhibition that tells the colorful story of the castle and the town of Põltsamaa. In the castle courtyard, craft workshops await, where you can watch the work of masters or purchase something interesting yourself. Culinary experiences are offered by the restaurant Oberpahlen, where history and excellent food come together. Discover Põltsamaa Castle – a place where history comes to life!
The main exposition of the Lake Museum is live Estonian freshwater fish. Our freshwater fish are not exhibited elsewhere in Estonia in such species quantity.About half of Estonia's freshwater fish live here, including more exotic species, as well as turtles, lake balls, and crayfish.You can visit 2 floor aquariums and 2 large cylindrical aquariums. There are more than 25 different aquariums in total. There is also a collection of fishing gear, an exhibition of primitive fish, and much more!You can book a sauna raft for a pleasure cruise or a sauna session and use a seminar room with a million-dollar view. During summers, a café is open.
Humal Bistro is a diner in central Tartu inspired by French food culture. We encourage family members, friends, acquaintances, colleagues, and well-behaved pets to get together to enjoy good food, carefully matched drinks, jokes, and laughter. Bistro design and French food culture are the keywords that have inspired us when compiling the menu, and they are also the beliefs we follow every day in the kitchen, service, and atmosphere. Bistros are always cozy and welcoming, and we try to reflect the same on our food and drink menus. Simple foods inspired by French cuisine are transformed into high-quality, well-thought-out dishes. We also offer delicious vegetarian meals. All of this is supplemented by an ambitious cocktail menu, an impressive wine cabinet, and one of the city's best tap beer selections. Small and large events can also be organized in Humal.
Bar Paral-lel invites you to discover authentic Basque flavors right in the heart of Tartu! This cozy, stylish restaurant is located just a few steps from Town Hall Square. Bar Paral·lel is also the little sister to Pompei Restaurant across the street. Our menu is inspired by the new era of Spanish cuisine and offers dishes beyond classic tapas, including meat, fish, and vegetable dishes. Each dish is a small-plate experience you can share, try, and discover at your own pace. The food is honest, thoughtful, and always slightly unexpected. Our selection of drinks enriches the dining experience, and your glass is always filled with wines that perfectly complement Spanish dishes. Bar Paral·lel is known for its historic atmosphere and service that creates a memorable evening. We are located in a building built in 1901, which adds soul and character to every visit. Come visit like a good friend: ready to discover, enjoy, and be surprised.
Located in a scenic location, the Pedaja Holiday House offers the possibility of using a two-storey house that can seat 30 people at the table, and the upper floor accommodates 10 people. If you wish, you can go to a car and smoke sauna, enjoy the company in a cosy hot tub, and stay the night in one-, two-, or four-bed camping houses.Pedaja Holiday House is ideal for family vacations, camping, birthday parties, outdoor activities, and other gatherings.Guests with campers and caravans are also welcome at Pedaja Holiday House.
Tartu County Recreational Sports Center Hostel is nestled in the pine forests of Elva, offering athletes, active families, and pets comfortable accommodation and a variety of additional services. The hostel can accommodate up to 38 guests in the courtyard house and offers modern amenities, including a kitchen and saunas. The center features conference rooms, barbecue areas, various sports facilities, including a gym, archery range, shooting range, and sports equipment rental, as well as pleasant forest and hiking trails for exercise. We look forward to seeing you at the Tartu County Recreational Sports Center Hostel — an ideal place to combine an active holiday and comfortable accommodation!