Uppsala House in Tartu

Come and take a look at the one-storey classicist wooden building on the slope of Toomemägi in Tartu. Naturalist Karl Ernst von Baer used to live in the house from 1869 to 1896. The house was restored and turned into the Baer House Museum in 1976. The building currently belongs to the Estonian University of Life Sciences and houses the von Baer Natural History Centre.

Rannu Park is a manor-era park partly bordered by a stone wall, surrounded by former manor farm buildings and a pond that once surrounded the vassal stronghold. The main building of the manor located in the park was demolished in the 1970s. There is still a gardener's house, a manor granary, a coach house, and some other buildings. A community centre has been built instead of the manor house. The park is for leisure, walking with children, and sports (volleyball, basketball).Here, you can still perceive the wealth of the owners of the manor and admire the magnificent landscaping. In the autumn of 2006, a memorial stone to the Battle of Rannu was erected in the park. In 2016, a bench was dedicated for writer Mats Traat.

When walking in the Old Town of Tartu, head also for the other side of the riverbanks where you will see the early classicist Pistohlkors or Katariina House. It is a building from the 18th century that used to belong to Lieutenant WC von Pistohlkors. The interior design of the building’s hall in the style of Louis XVI is worth special attention. Tartu Town Museum is currently located in Katariina House.Interesting facts: - people know the house as Katariina House. There is a legend according to which Empress of Russia Catherine II (Katariina in Estonian) stayed in this house. However, there is no truth in the legend. - The house was designed by famous architect JHB Walter, who also designed the Town Hall of Tartu.

Fairytale Alatskivi Castle awaits visitors in South Estonia, about 40 km from Tartu. In the castle, you travel back in time to the 19th century, get acquainted with the life of a noble family and the manor's daily routine, and meet the servants who worked here a hundred years ago, brought to life with wax figures in the basement. Castle guides share captivating stories, and visitors can create a personal souvenir in the ceramic workshop. Allocate at least 1.5 hours to explore the exhibition, which spans three floors. On the castle's third floor is the museum of composer Eduard Tubin, which presents the life and works of one of Estonia's most famous musicians. The former carriage-horse stable next to the castle offers insight into the manor's management and daily operations. Alatskivi Castle is part of the Onion Route, which can also be explored through the bright yellow National Geographic windows. Stroll in the castle park, enjoy nature on the Alatskivi hiking trail, stay in romantic castle suites, and taste local dishes at the castle restaurant.

The well-preserved Ülenurme Knight's Manor (Üllenorm) in Ülenurme is first mentioned in writing in 1646, when a military man called Bernhard Bousselberg received the manor from the Kingdom of Sweden in exchange for a stone building in Tartu.The park and the main building were probably created by Count Cancrin who was the owner of Ülenurme manor between 1856 and 1883.The manor has been passed from owner to owner, and the main source of its income was grain farming.At the beginning of 1970, the complex of numerous stone buildings of the former Ülenurme Manor's centre was allocated to the Estonian Agricultural Museum that opened its doors to visitors in 1981.You have to buy a ticket in order to visit the museum. The complex has a gazebo, a village swing, and stables.

Siimusti Ceramics shop sells its own products: mugs, bowls, candle holders, cream jugs, butter cans, and much, much more.The selection includes ceramics in one colour as well as with different patterns.The product range is varied and wide, and everyone will definitely find something to their liking!

During the pleasant cultural and literary tour, we walk along the cultural street of Vanemuise and in the charming Karlova district that has a bohemian flair.Vanemuise tänav is associated with several significant events and institutions that have become the cornerstones of Estonian culture and society.The Karlova district includes unique and enjoyable wooden architecture and related cultural history.We will look for literary traces related to the area in the urban space and, if desired, make a stop in a cosy café.The exact length, price, and content of the tour will be determined in accordance with the client's interests.

Tartu City Museum invites you to explore the city's diverse history and cultural heritage. The permanent exhibition, "Our Tartu," introduces the districts of Tartu, telling stories about the people of Tartu, their lives, and everyday habits. The exhibition provides insight into what makes each district in Tartu special, as each district has its own personality, as shared by local people. Visitors can also enjoy temporary exhibitions that introduce new topics and artistic perspectives. These exhibitions reveal different facets of Tartu, ranging from the city's architecture and social life to contemporary cultural phenomena. The museum offers guided tours and city tours, during which guides take participants on exciting journeys through Tartu's districts. These excursions are suitable for both local enthusiasts and visitors who wish to learn more about Tartu. The museum's premises can also be rented for various events. Come experience the story of Tartu through its people, places, and memories.