The permanent exhibition Earth. Life. Story. includes nearly 8,000 scientific exhibit items, which tell the development story of planet Earth from the beginning of the universe until the modern day. At the exhibition, you can explore the traces of life from millions of years ago, admire shiny minerals, watch the so-called night airport of butterflies, or track the movement of the placoderm fish from the Devonian era. You can look the first jackal caught in Estonia in the eye and experience the human body through the eyes of a reptile. Visitors will be glad to see the favourites of several generations: the elk, bison, and giraffe. We also have live animals, such as the Python Regius, a turtle, a green iguana, and many other small exotic animals. See you at the Natural History Museum!
Carl Schmidt's House is located in Central Estonia, right in the heart of Põltsamaa, where everything you need is within reach. This means you don't have to worry too much about packing your travel bag. In this old house, not everything is like in a modern glass hotel. It is a historic hotel where you can smell the wood, the walls breathe, grandma's lace doilies adorn the tables, ventilation systems don't hum, and sometimes the walls talk instead... It has been a post office, a secondary school, a hospital, and in the 1960s, it was also a hotel. On the first floor, a cozy café-restaurant, a reception desk, and a hair salon await you. On the second and third floors, there are rooms in three price categories. Additionally, the complex includes the Hullava Naise Pub next to the guesthouse. The unique name and the surrounding imagination are topics of conversation among locals. The pub's menu offers homemade dishes, including daily specials and soups that satisfy even the biggest appetite. Visit Põltsamaa, the pearl of Livonia — a town of history, roses, and wine!
The Estonian Road Museum showcases the development of roads and traffic in Estonia, from the horse era to the present day. Exciting thematic events are organized here, educational guided tours are offered, and rooms are rented for seminars and celebrations. The heart of the museum is the historic Varbuse horse post station, which, together with the outdoor exhibition environment Teeaeg, forms a unique look at history. The Machine Hall is the museum's technical park and interactive traffic education center. It also houses a rotating car and the Estonian Road Museum's traffic safety simulator, which offers an immersive experience and a clear understanding of how seat belts save lives. The standout features of the outdoor areas are the historic road room, where you can seemingly travel back in time, and the recreation area with a traffic city, which offers activities for the whole family, especially during the summer season. Temporary exhibitions are held in the main building of the post station, and the second floor houses a children's museum created specifically for younger visitors.
The "Suur Sume" barge is the largest wooden sailing ship built in the Baltic States after World War II. Come and sail on a historic ship and enjoy the beauty of the Emajõe-Peipsi River and views of the city of Tartu! Enjoy a comfortable boat ride while lying on soft sheepskin, admiring the passing scenery. "Suur Sume" is perfect for birthdays, seminars, weddings, and concerts. You can also order a guide service, musicians, and catering. We offer various scheduled departures, allowing you to come alone, with friends, or with family. Come and discover the charm of the Emajõe and Lake Peipsi aboard the barge "Suur Sume"!
With scenic beauty and rich history, the Käre Battlefields offer pastime and a delight to the eye.Historically, the Käre farm has been a war zone, and the forest hides numerous bunkers, trenches and military artefacts. The place, at its most authentic, takes us back to the battlefields of 1944.The aim of the club, which is based at the Käre Battlefields, is to preserve and exhibit old equipment and antiuqes. The historical heritage is combined with modern leisure activities such as guided walks near trenches and bunkers or safaris in the countryside.
The café "Aega On!" is located in Tartu, Supilinn, at the foot of Toomemägi, in the legendary Toome shop premises. It is a heartfelt meeting place for coffee and wine lovers, fashion gourmets, and both those in a hurry and those who take their time. "Aega On!" combines a cozy café, an intimate wine bar, and a unique clothing outlet, creating a special atmosphere. The wine bar offers, in addition to a carefully selected wine menu, a unique self-service wine experience that lets you discover new flavors at your own pace. The sweet counter features homemade pastries by the hostess, the best cream puffs in Tartu, and mouth-watering macarons, which pair perfectly with both coffee and wine. Social evenings are held regularly: trivia games, bingo, and other gatherings that bring together locals and guests from afar. "Aega On!" is a place where the world stays outside the door and time stops for a moment, offering the opportunity to experience Tartu calmly, through tastes, conversations, and the rhythm of local life.
An adventurous orienteering game Lost Fear will take you into a post-apocalyptic sci-fi and fantasy world. On the prepared course studded with wild nature, industrial, and military heritage surprises and adventures, you will experience startling moments filled with excitement and surprise and the sense of accomplishment from exceeding yourself.The duration of the game, depending on the pace of walking, is 2-4 hours; the distance is ca 6 km. It does not require special physical preparation and the game will take place at any time of the year with any type of weather. Number of participants upon agreement.Games with single tickets take place every two months on special events in Tartu and Tallinn region.
Pazzo restaurant in Tartu embodies the rhythms of Italy. Pazzo means "crazy" in Italian, and that's exactly what we are, but in the best sense! We do crazily good things. Pazzo combines authentic Italian flavors, warm service, and a cozy atmosphere. The menu is full of fresh pastas, crispy pizzas, delicious risottos, and irresistible desserts that you can enjoy with creative cocktails. Each dish showcases our passion and creativity because Pazzo is bursting with new ideas, flavors, and the desire to offer something extraordinary. Three different halls provide the opportunity to create the atmosphere you want, whether it's a romantic dinner, a birthday, a bachelor party, or a formal reception for business partners. Pazzo is also a child-friendly restaurant, where a cheerful play corner has been created for smaller guests. Come and discover Pazzo, the place where Italian passion and the spirit of Tartu become one!