Come and discover the Emajõgi River, Lake Peipsi, or Lake Võrtsjärv aboard the Diora. You can take in views of Tartu, the Old Believers' village on Piirisaar, or Võrtsjärv's enchanting nature. The boat features a lounge-style salon, a second-floor terrace, and cozy interiors, which are also pleasant in cooler weather. Do you want a romantic dinner on Võrtsjärv or an exciting hike on Piirissaar? The Diora is a private charter boat, and its cruise program is tailored to your specific wishes. The Diora can also do more adventurous trips, such as excursions to Piirissaar, sunset cruises to Praaga, and trips to Kabina Quarry.
Tartu Festival Arena is a concert venue for up to 15,000 people. It was opened with the 125th Song Festival in 1994. Every year, up to 20 big concerts take place here: for example, Depeche Mode, Manhattan Transfer, and José Carreras have performed here.An activity centre has been developed around the Festival Arena, with a children’s park, a skatepark, a sports park with health trails and disc-golf courses by the river. You can rent sports equipment from the park. The halls in the Festival Arena can be rented for birthdays, seminars, or dance training. A free skating rink is open in winter. Concerts are usually with tickets and entrance is for a fee.
This winter, a skating rink of almost 1,000 square metres will be erected around the Kissing Students fountain on the Town Hall Square, where the most romantic and fun winter entertainment – skating – can be enjoyed under the starry sky.The skating rink can be used free of charge, and both young and old guests can rent skates from the pavilion in the immediate vicinity of the rink on the basis of a price list. You can buy a hot drink and snacks from the cafe .Grab a friend and come and have a good time in the fresh air right in the heart of Tartu!
The Tsõõrikmägi hill got its name from the evenly round hollow with steep brinks in the middle of the hill.The Tsõõrikmägi meteorite crater near Räpina dates back to the period after the ice age. Scientists believe that it might be 9,500 to 10,000 years old. The circular dike of the crater is 38–40 meters in diameter.
The menu of the restaurant Fii combines the best flavors of Scandinavian cuisine with the best bits of other national cuisines. Using the freshest ingredients, our menu offers the joy of familiar dishes and the pleasant surprises of new flavors. Ours is a good restaurant, guaranteed! In addition to the regular and children's menus, we offer a unique tasting menu, a group menu, and a selection of vegetarian dishes. Bring your family, friends, and even your friendly pets because everyone has a good time with us! Enjoy a new dining experience at Fii's!
Discover Setomaa's unique culture, traditions, and authentic local foods. On this Babelhouse day trip from Tartu to Setomaa, you will explore different places and learn about life in the region. During the tour, we visit the Värska Farm Museum, where you can get a glimpse of traditional Seto farm culture and experience how life was lived in the past. We try authentic Seto cuisine, where local flavors have deep meaning. If desired, the program can be supplemented with a Seto leelo workshop, dressing in Seto clothes, a cheese-making workshop, or a raft ride on Lake Värska. Babelhouse guided tours are flexible and tailored according to the group's wishes and time limits. During the tour, it is also possible to purchase souvenirs and local handicrafts. The Setomaa tour is perfect for business partners, conference guests, and foreign friends to get to know Estonia in a different yet authentic way. Book the trip and enjoy an unforgettable experience in Setomaa!
Do you know where photographers interested in architecture can take photos worthy of Instagram in Tartu? One of the most popular photography places in Tartu is the beautiful streamlined tunnels with cosy lighting built next to the Riga–Vaksali railway viaduct and the Vaksali bridge. The concrete frames of the pedestrian tunnels were pushed through the embankment of the railway dam – such a complex tunnelling technology was used for the first time in Estonia when renovating the intersection. Come take your best picture and share it on Instagram with the captions #vaksalisild, #visittartu, and #puhkaeestis!
Restaurant Aparaat is a place where you will receive a heartfelt welcome. There is always a friend waiting for you here. You can enjoy good food and drinks, as well as a warm and friendly service.Our à la carte menu includes traditional classics with a twist - for carnivores and vegetarians alike. On weekdays you have a choice of daily offers. Additionally, we have a bar, and we organise concerts and parties! Come with your family, because we have a great playroom for the kids!We are located in Aparaaditehas (Widget Factory), which brings together creative entrepreneurs, studios of artists and designers as well as entertainment.We offer home delivery service!