Water tower of Raadi Manor

Come and take a look at the two-storey St Alexander’s Church in Tartu with its onion domes inspired by old Russian church architecture (architect Vladimir Lunski). Construction of the church started in 1914 and it was re-consecrated in 2003. Interesting facts: - a zinc box with the remains of a saint and a copper plate with a letter have been placed in the cornerstone of Tartu Alexander’s Church. The cornerstone was put in place by Archbishop Ioann during the reign of Emperor Nicholas II on 27 May 1914; - the church was nationalised in 1940 and it was used as a storage building by the University of Tartu and the Estonian National Museum.

In this workshop, you will make a simple notebook with recycled cardboard covers, printed and bound by yourself. We will provide you with all the materials you need to make the notebook. During the workshop, you will get a brief insight into the world of letterpress printing and bookbinding. You can print a picture of your choice on the front cover with linocut or metal blocks using a nearly 170-year-old printing press. We will hand-stitch the blank pages between the printed covers. You will end up with a simple but useful notebook that you can take home with you!

Welcome to Lõunakeskus, Southern Estonia’s biggest shopping and recreation centre, which includes more than 180 different stores and service providers. We are a child-friendly centre, which means you can visit us with your whole family! Here, you can find hotel Sophia, restaurant Fii, a sports club, Apollo Cinema, an ice rink, an adventure park, a farmer’s market, a playground, and much more. Lõunakeskus has a wide range of fast food places, restaurants, and traditional cafes, all of which have free Wi-Fi. You are bound to spend an enjoyable day at Lõunakeskus!

A museum unique in Estonia is located on the main street of Mustvee, founded by Heino Lubi who worked as a scales maker for more than 30 years. The collection includes over 120 various scales, about 50 steelyards, a great number of metal and ceramic weights and other things related to scales.In addition to scales made in Estonia, Heino Lubi's collection also features scales made in the Soviet Union and Poland. The museum also displays several contemporary scales which help to understand the history of scales.Guided tours must be pre-booked!

Cabins for hikers, an observation tower and a boardwalk attract many nature lovers to the Meenikunno bog. It is a beautiful recreation area. While walking down the boardwalk, you can see the most common bog plants: leather leaf, bog rosemary, crowberry, Marsh Labrador tea, and tussock cottongrass; at the edge of the bog, dwarf birches can also be found. There are also a number of different species of peat moss of various colours. The bravest hikers can try drinking bog water (it has an interesting taste!) from the overgrown ditch near the edge of the bog.Good to know: The boardwalk is pram and wheelchair accessible.

Tartu Bike Park in the Tähtvere district is one of the most diverse and internationally renowned cycling centers in the Baltics. Tähtvere hosts four iconic cycling sites: the largest skatepark in the Baltics, known internationally as the birthplace of the extreme sports event Simple Session; a modern pump track; a BMX cross track; and the most unique bike park in the Baltics, offering challenges for riders of different levels. Tartu Bike Park is suitable for both professional athletes and enthusiasts, offering an opportunity to try something new, even for those who do not cycle daily. The diverse tracks and elements allow every visitor to find a suitable pace and difficulty level, making the park accessible and enjoyable for first-timers. The park is located in the green Tähtvere Recreation Park, just a short bike or walk away from Tartu's city center. In close proximity to Tartu Bike Park are Tartu Sports Park, Tähtvere playground, Tartu Song Festival Grounds, and Tähtvere dendropark with a disc golf course.

Elva Song Festival Grounds, like every other one, has a symbolic and sacred meaning in preserving the Estonian national culture and song festival tradition. While singing together with others, one feels unity and the joy of Estonian freedom. Elva Song Festival Grounds is located in the centre of Elva, near Lake Arbi in a pine forest. It is not only for song festivals but also a beautiful place for concerts and parties. The Song Festival Grounds was built in 1951. On 8 August 2015, a memorial to the Estonian choir conductor and teacher Ants Sööt (8 August 1935 – 17 October 2013) from Elva, who is buried in Elva Cemetery, was erected at the Song Festival Grounds.

Saverna Buffik is a cosy modern roadside buffet café where you can take time off and enjoy delicious food.The breakfast and lunch buffet is perfect for anyone who values their time. In addition to Italian dishes, the café also offers home-made fresh bread, pies, and pastries which can be enjoyed on site or purchased to go.Saverna Buffik is a suitable place for various events. Depending on the event, we also offer a special menu.