Even though there are no real mountains in Estonia, the south side is quite “hilly” and there are some of those to climb and discover in Tartu as well. Whether that is good or bad, depends mainly on your physical shape and/or will. The most important sight (there is no possible way you can miss it) is of course the university, established in 1632, it has been shaping the image of the town since then. In addition to that and the knolls, there are plenty of other interesting sights to conquer in Tartu. From the green alleys and parks to cool and unique sculptures to the overall beautiful architecture, you will have more than enough pictures to show your friends when you get back home. As Tartu is an artsy town, don't forget to pop into one of its small galleries and museums that hold treasures yet to be discovered by the bigger audience.
Angel's Bridge & Devil's Bridge
Time for a walk
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These two bridges are the oldest ones in Tartu, with the Angel Bridge dating back to 1838 and ...
Botanical Garden
Stop and smell the roses
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If you want to stop and smell the roses then that's the place to go to.
Dome Church's ruins
Feel the history
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The construction of the Old Dome started already in the 13th century but it was destroyed ...
Jaani (St. John's) Church
Go for the view
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To be quite honest, the Tartu Jaani church doesn't look like much at first glance. Unless you ...
Kaarsild
A test of character
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Kaarsild is the arch-shaped pedestrian bridge close to the main square. The legend says ...
Pirogov Park
Time to get your drinks out
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The small park on the foothills of Toomemägi is the traditional gathering place for ...
Karlova manor
The hidden gem
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Estonia is the land of excesses, and old manor houses are one of them. Of the 500-odd mansions ...
Lodjakoda
Ship ahoy!
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While taking a walk along the picturesque bank of Emajõgi, you just might stumble upon a ...
Sacrificial stone & Kissing Hill
Sacrifice some time
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Pre-Christian Estonians used to worship their pagan gods and make sacrifices here ...
Sculpture of Kissing Students
Time for a dip
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The statue in the middle of the fountain on Raekoja Square really characterises the ...
Statue of K. J. Peterson
The father of Estonian language
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Kristjan Jaak Peterson was an Estonian writer and poet who died of tuberculosis at the age ...
The banks of Emajõgi
Escape the city
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If it actually is humanly possible to get tired of the big city life in Tartu, just head down ...
Town Wall route
Time for a treasure hunt
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Unlike Tallinn, Tartu has been somewhat less fortunate as far as medieval landmarks go ...
Von Bock's house
A house with history
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The Von Bock's house with its rich history and nice looks has definitely become one of the ...
Wilde & Vilde
Meet the famous gentlemen
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On Vallikraavi street there is a fun speculation on literature history. A bronze ...
