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10 mouth-watering eating spots: Italian cuisine at Vapiano, buffet meals at Lido, enticing Asian flavours at Chi, à la carte menu at Komeet and Francesco Sibio, invigorating refreshments at Boost Juice Bar, Gustav bakery, cosy atmosphere and snacks at Hesburger, Spanish restaurant Tapita, and more…
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PORTS B-Terminal, D-Terminal HOTELS Barons Hotel,
Bern Hotel, Braavo Hotel, City Portus Hotel, My City Hotel,
Domina Ilmarine Hotel, Ecoland Hotel, Economi Hotel,
Euroopa Hotel, Go Hotel Schnelli, Imperial Hotel, Kalev Spa
Hotel, Kreutzwald Hotel Tallinn, L'Ermitage Hotel, Meriton
Grand Conference & Spa Hotel, Metropol Hotel, Nordic
Forum Hotel, Old House Hostel, Old Town Maestro Hotel,
Oru Hotel, Palace Hotel, Park Inn Central Tallinn, Radisson
Blu Hotel Tallinn, Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia, Reval Park
Hotel Tallinn, Savoy Hotel, Scandic St. Barbara Hotel, Sokos
Hotel Viru, St. Olav Hotel, Susi Hotel, Swissotel, Tähetorni
Hotel, Tallink Express Hotel, Tatari 53 Hotel, Telegraaf Hotel,
Ülemiste Hotel, Vana Wiru Hotel, Viimsi Spa Hotel, Von
Stackelberg Hotel Tallinn OTHER TV Tower, Hansabuss
Business Line, Swedish Embassy, Sadama Market,
Stockmann Info, Tallinn Airport, Tallinn Tourist Information,
Citytour Buses, Hansabuss Airport, Merekeskus
Lootsi keskus, Puumedi Group OÜ RESTAURANTS Pirita
Yacht Club, Arizona, Beerhouse, Clazz, Molly Malones, O
Pick up your free copy at: 'Malleys, Odessa Restaurant, Seven Seas Restaurant, Troika
Restaurant, Turg Restaurant, Waynes Coffee PÄRNU
Astra Hotel, Legend Hotel, Pärnu Visitor's Centre, Strand
Hotel, Sanatorium Tervis, Tervise Paradiis, TRK Viiking,
Koidulapark Hotel, Pärnu Airport TARTU Dorpat Hotel,
London Hotel, Pallas Hotel, Tartu Visitor's Centre, Tartu
Airport, Turu Linna City Information Point WESTERN
ESTONIA Pärnu Yacht Club, Arensburg Boutique Hotel,
Fra Mare Thalasso Spa, Haapsalu Tourist Information,
Hiiumaa Tourist Information, Johan Spa Hotel, Kuressaare
Airport, Kuressaare Tourist Information, Promenaadi Hotel
Haapsalu, Meri Spa Hotel, Rüütli Spa Hotel EASTERN
ESTONIA Jõhvi Tourist Information, Meresuu Spa, Narva
Tourist Information, Rakvere Tourist Information, Saka Cliff
Hotel & Spa, Toila Sanatorium, Vihula Manor, Villa Theresa,
Sagadi Manor SWEDEN EAS Stockholm, Estonian House
Göteborg, Estonian Air Stockholm,Tallink Mariehamn,
Tallink Stockholm RIGA Cinnamon Sally Backpackers
Hostel, Friendly Fun Franks Backpackers Hostel, The Blue
Cow Backpackers Hostel, The Naughty Squirrel
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But what about the rest of Estonia?
Summer is the time to travel, and here in Estonia we are
lucky. Distances are short, days are long, and there is just so much to see outside of Estonia’s capital.
In this month’s issue, we make travel around Estonia even easier. Use our special summer travel pullout to plan a memorable trip. Visit Tartu, Narva, and Pärnu, Estonia’s other cities. Tartu is known as the City of Good Thoughts –visit the University, take part in many great cultural events, and enjoy some delicious local gas-tronomy. Narva is the easternmost city in Estonia and is mainly Russian speaking, and Narva-Jõesuu boasts one of the longest beaches in Estonia. Pärnu is Estonia’s sum-mer capital, with pristine beaches and beautiful green parks. Southern Estonia, particularly Setomaa and the small villages along the shores of Peipsi Lake give visitors a glimpse into old world customs. The islands of western Estonia are picturesque and offer a relaxing getaway.
Every five years the Song and Dance Celebration takes place in Estonia. This year’s theme is “Touched by
Time. The Time to Touch.” 187,800 spectators attended the last Song and Dance Celebration and 35,320 performers took part. The Estonian Song and Dance Celebration is on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. One of the top moments of the Song and Dance Celebration is the procession through the city. Participants dressed in traditional folk costume walk, dance, play, and sing. Tens of thousands of spectators line the streets. This is an event not to be missed!
There is something for everyone in Estonia. Children will not be bored either with all of the castles to explore or a visit to a fairy tale wonderland. With the wide array of history, culture, architecture, art, and even a few different dialects, it will certainly be a sum-mer trip to remember.
Happy travels!
Kristina Lupp
Editor-in-chief
Contents
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June Highlights01 TREFF 2014Treff is an international street festival where buskers, actors, and other performance artists can showcase their talents. Enjoy a packed programme of puppet art, dance, theatre, music, lectures, and workshops. 5-8 June.
02 ROOFTOP CINEMATallinn’s most interesting cinema is located on the roof of the Viru Keskus shopping centre. Katusekino will be showing both new and old films, so there is sure to be something for every taste. Films begin before midnight, and tickets cost €6.
03 CONTEMPORARY THEATREBaltoscandal brings 14 contemporary theatre productions from all over Europe to the stage in Rakvere, 2-5 July. The headliners will be the performance duo Ana Borralho and João Galante, who will perform their noteworthy production Atlas.
04 A MEDIEVAL HANDICRAFT MARKETDuring the medieval fair in Tallinn’s Town Hall Square, a medieval market will also take place where artisans and craftsmen sell their products. Musicians and dancers, from near and far will also take to the stage. 10 – 13 July.
05 A SCENTED GARDENThe Tallinn Flower Festival is a great event because the colours and shape of the gardens change as the summer progresses. Be sure to visit the Tornide väljak and enjoy the flowers now, and later this summer.
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T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ J U N E 2 0 1 4 5sightseeing
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Viewing Platforms
Kohtu Platform - offers one of the best views of the Old Town. The impressive tower of the Niguliste Church seems at arms length. The red tiled roofs with white edges are cha-racteristic of Tallinn. Tallinn B1.
Patkul Platform - shows both a view of St Olaf’s Church, and part of the city wall. The church was even taller in medieval times and the tallest buil-ding in the world in its time. Nowhere else can you see the city wall from a better angle. Tallinn B1.
Kiriku Platform - the platform at the end of Kiriku Street faces west and offers a view of splendid and roman-
tic sunsets. Tallinn B1.
Raekoja plats
Tallinn’s Old Town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. The Town Hall Square (Raekoja plats) is Northern Europe’s best-preserved medieval town hall square and was built at the beginning of the 1400s.
Tallinn Old Town H 1-2.
Blink and you might miss this narrow passageway off of Vene. Built in 1246, St. Catherine's Monastery (Püha Katariina klooster) is the oldest buil-ding in Tallinn. This passageway is also known as the Latin Quarter of Tallinn, and where you can find one of Tallinn’s first Italian restaurants. Tallinn Old Town H 2-3.
The Town Hall Pharmacy (Raeapteek) is one of Europe's oldest pharmacies, which still operates in its original loca-tion, in the Town Hall Square. Tallinn Old Town H 1.
The Tall Hermann Tower (15th century) on the southwest corner of the hill, and the blue, black, and white Estonian flag signify independence and freedom for Estonians. Today, Toompea is the centre of Estonian government and the Rii-gikogu (parliament). Look for the pink building behind the Russian Orthodox Aleksander Nevsky Cathedral. Tallinn B1.
The Kiek in de Kök tower is the entrance to historical underground bastion tunnels. In Soviet times they were supposed to serve as bomb shelters and protect the communist elite in case of a war. Kiek in de Kök means, “look into the kitchen”
in Low German, as this was one of the main things soldiers spent their time doing while on the lookout for intruders. Kiek in de Kök dates back to the 15th century. The tower is 38 metres tall, and the walls are four metres thick.Komandandi tee 2, Tallinn B1.
Climb the stairs of the St Olaf Church and you will discover not only the lower town beneath but also the magnificent palaces facing the slopes of Toompea Hill, and the upper town. The old town of Tallinn is divided into a lower and upper part. The lower town was inhabi-ted by hanseatic traders and the upper town, or Toompea was inhabited by nobility. Lai 50, Tallinn Old Town E2.
A fascinating museum about Soviet his-tory in Estonia is located on the top floor of the Viru Hotel. The hotel rooms were under KGB surveillance. The rooms were equipped with micropho-nes, and small holes were made in the walls, where cameras could be placed to take pictures of hotel guests.
The museum is only accessible by gui-ded tour. Tours run daily and are held in English, Finnish, Russian, and Estonian. English tours book up quickly so boo-kings are recommended. Viru väljak 4, Tallinn B2.
Fat Margaret (Paks Margareeta) is the most important fortification tower in Tallinn. She was built in the early 1500s. The diameter of the tower is 25 metres and the walls are up to 6.5 metres thick! She was constructed to protect Tallinn from intruders from the sea. Fat Margaret is often the main entrance gate and first encounter for visitors to the Old Town in Tallinn, if arriving by sea. Pikk 70,Tallinn A2.
Kiek in de kök
Town Hall Square
Photo: T. Tuul
Katariina käik
Raeapteek
Toompea Castle
Kiek in de Kök and the Bastion Tunnels
Paks Margareeta
KGB Museum
St Olaf’s Church (Oleviste kirik)
Hop on, Hop off Bus Tour
■ Pick up the Tallinn
Card (available from
Tourist Information
Kiosks and the A & D
terminals at the port)
for free entrance to
many museums, free
use to Tallinn city tran-
sportation, including
the Hop on, Hop off
bus (don’t forget the
swipe the card), and
further discounts all
around town. www.tallinncard.ee
Sometimes you just don’t have enough time to see everything, but on the Tallinn City Tour you just might. Three lines run daily, and best of all, each one passes through the Port of Tallinn, making it even more convenient. The tour operates in ten different languages and is guide by a recorded audio track that follows the sequence of the sights. One ticket is valid for 24 hours. This means that you can travel on all three routes in one day. If you purchase a 24-hour Tallinn Card then your journey on the Tallinn City Tour is free.
Must-see sights of the Old Town
T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ J U N E 2 0 1 46 sightseeing
1 January – New Year’s Day
24 February – Independence Day
Easter Good Friday1 May – Spring Holiday;
Pentecost;
23 June – Victory Day;
24 June – Midsummer’s Day;
20 August – Re-independence Day;
24 December – Christmas Eve;
25 December – Christmas Day;
26 December – Boxing Day
The work day preceding New Year’s Day,
Independence Day, Victory Day, and
Christmas Day is reduced by three hours.
2013/2014 School HolidaysChristmas break 21 December, 2013 -
5 January, 2014
Spring break 15-23 March, 2014Summer break 6 June - 31 August, 2014
Holidays
■ Medical Centres and Pharmacies
24H Pharmacy Tõnismägi 5, Tallinn
Tel. +372 644 2282
Mustamäe Medical CentreEhitajate tee 27, Tallinn
Tel.+372 659 8318
Keskhaigla Medical CentreRavi 18, Tallinn
Tel. 1900, +372 622 7070
■ Central Post OfficesPostimaja Post OfficeNarva mnt 1, Tallinn B2.
Kristiine Post Office Endla 45 (Kristiine Shopping Centre), Tallinn
Airport Post OfficeTartu mnt 101, Tallinn
Toompea Post OfficeLossi plats 4, Tallinn Old Town, B1.
Old Town Postal StoreViru 20, Tallinn Old Town, H3.
Tallinn: Niguliste 2/Kullassepa 4, Tallinn
Tartu: Raekoja plats 1A, Tartu
Pärnu: Uus 4, Pärnu
Narva: Peetri plats 3, Narva
Rakvere: Laada 14, Rakvere
Järvamaa: Keskväljak 8, Paide
Räpina: Kooli 1, Räpina
Jõgeva: Suur 3, Jõgeva
Saaremaa: Tallinna 2, Kuressaare
Hiiumaa: Hiiu 1, Kärdla
Haapsalu: Karja 15, Haapsalu
Jõhvi: Rakvere 13A, Jõhvi
Otepää: Tartu mnt 1, Otepää
Valga: Kesk 11, Valga
Viljandi: Vabaduse plats 6, Viljandi
Võru: Jüri 12, Võru
Rapla: Viljandi mnt 4, Rapla
TOURIST INFORMATION
■ Currency ExchangeDebit and credit cards are widely accepted
throughout Estonia, especially VISA and
Mastercard. American Express is not as
widely accepted.
Currency can be exchanged in banks
throughout the country. Major Estonian
banks include: LHV, Swedbank, SEB, and
Nordea. There is a wide network of ATMs
in major cities and smaller towns. Currency
can also be exchanged at Eurex, and Tavid.
The name Tallinn originates from the
Danish occupation (1219–).
1285 Tallinn joins the Hanseatic League.
1346 The Danish sell Tallinn to the
German Order. Toompea was divid-
ed among princes and bourgeoisie
in the upper-town and craftsmen in
the lower-town.
1561 Tallinn goes to the Swedish.
1721 The Russians conquer Estonia and
Tallinn.
1918 Estonia declares independence and
Tallinn becomes its capital.
1939–44 Russians and Germans occupy
Tallinn.
1944 The Soviet Army bombs Tallinn in
March and causes extensive dam-
age. 1400 people are killed.
1944–1991 Tallinn becomes a Soviet capi-
tal and hosts the sailing competi-
tions of the 1980 Moscow Olympics.
1991 Tallinn becomes Estonia's capital. In
1997, it is declared a UNESCO World
Heritage Site.
2011 Tallinn is the European Capital of
Culture along with Turu. Its popula-
tion is estimated at 411,000: 53%
Estonians, 38% Russians, 9% Other.
A quick history of the city of Tallinn
Outside of the Old Town
Kalamaja (Fish house) is a historic suburb filled with wooden houses and old factories. From the 14th cen-tury, Kalamaja has served as Tallinn’s main fishing port and was home to fishermen and fishmongers. When the railroad connected Tallinn with St. Petersburg in 1870, many factories opened. The colourful wooden hous-es you still see today were built in the 1920s and 1930s to house the grow-ing working population. Kalamaja has seen a revival over the last few years as artists and other bohemian types moved in for the large spaces and cheap rent. Restaurants and cafés began to open, and the area con-tinues to grow .
Have you ever seen the hull of a real submarine from below? Or better still, crawled through the narrow liv-ing and working quarters of a fully refurbished sub from the 1930s? The submarine Lembit was one of two Estonian submarines built in the UK in the mid 1930s. Another sight is an authentic replica of the Short Admiralty Type 184 seaplane, a British two-seat reconnaissance, bombing, and torpedo carrying folding-wing seaplane used in the Estonian war of Independence in the early 1920s and later for mail service. The museum is located in the former seaplane hangars built during WWI
by the Russian tsar. The construc-tion is architecturally unique since it was the largest armoured concrete ceiling in the world at the time of construction.
Küti 17 / Vesilennuki 6, TallinnBy tram: No. 1 or 2 from the city cen-tre to the Linnahall stop. From there, by foot along the Cultural Kilometre trail.
Patarei Prison gives an eerie glimpse into gloomy Soviet era prison life. For a small entrance fee you can take a self-guided tour through the dark halls of this old sea fortress that has served as barracks, and then as a prison during Soviet times.
Kalaranna 2-2aBy tram: No. 1 or 2 from the city cen-tre to the Linnahall stop. From there, by foot along the Cultural Kilometre trail, just before the Seaplane Harbour.
Kadriorg Park is the area that houses the Presidential Palace (Presidendi kantselei) and the Kadriorg Palace (Kadrioru loss), and the KUMU Art Museum. (All located on Weizenbergi). Kadriorg means Catherine’s Valley in Estonian, and dates back to the 18th century. The park and the palace were built by Peter the Great, who apparently helped in its building. As was cus-tomary at the time, the main house was named after his wife. There are plenty of other things to see in this beautiful and prestigious park. From the Kadriorg Palace, head straight along the park trail to the Russalka monument, located at the shore of the Gulf of Finland. The famous Song Festival Grounds (Lauluväljak) are only a short walk from the park as well.
Pirita is an area located a short distance to the east of the city centre and offers a variety of things to see and do. Start by visiting the ruins of St Birgitta’s Convent ruins (Pirita klooster) whose colourful history dates back to the 15th century. A stroll through the ruins and the surrounds, including the small cemetery, is a moving reminder of the past. Its proximity to the Pirita River and the beach makes it perfect as part of a day excursion. The 2km long beach can attract up to 30,000 visitors a day in summer. Also located a short distance from the beach is the city’s Botanical Gardens (Botaanikaaed) and the famous Tallinn TV Tower (Teletorn), which is a must see as it not only pro-vides a number of interactive exhibits but also offers one of the best views of the city and the district. A starting point for information on these can be found at:
St Birgitta’s Convent ruins (Pirita klooster)-Kloostri tee 9, Tallinn
Tallinn TV Tower (Teletorn) - Kloostrimetsa tee 58A, Tallinn
Botanical Gardens (Botaanikaaed) - Kloostrimetsa tee 52, Tallinn.
Visitors can catch a glimpse of the Estonian countryside and village life from the past. The venue has a dis-tinctive rural atmosphere that includes various farm buildings as well as its own church, tavern, and schoolhouse. Several mills, a fire station, fishing net sheds, a dancing area, and a village swing add to the character of the place. Some of the country’s iconic windmills can also be seen. Various demonstrations, displays and interactive activities help bring the past to life and provide visitors with a fun and educational experience.
Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12, Tallinn.
Kalamaja & Kopli
Seaplane Harbour (Lennusadam)
Patarei Prison (Patarei Vangla)
Kadriorg
Pirita
Estonian Open Museum(Eesti Vabaõhumuuseum)
TEXT KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV
ESTONIA AT-A-GLANCEArea: 45,227 km2.
Population: approximately 1,350,000
Capital: Tallinn, population approximately 400,000.
Other cities: Tartu 98,522, Narva 64,057, Pärnu 42,433
Ethnicity: Estonians 68%, Russians 24.8%, Other 6.5%
Language: The official language is Estonian, which belongs
to the Finno-Ugric group of
languages (Finnish, Hungarian). Russian is the mother
tongue of more than 300,000 inhabitants. English is widely
spoken throughout the country.
Religion: Approximately 20% of Estonians are non-religious,
others Lutheran, Orthodox, Catholic.
Currency: Euro €
Independence: 24 February 1918
Re-independence: 20 August 1991
Weather: Average temperature July 16C, February -9C
Time Zone: GMT +2
Elevation: The highest point in Estonia is Suur Munamägi
(318m) located in Võru County.
Islands: 1,521. The largest are Saaremaa,
Hiiumaa, and Muhu.
Lakes: Lake Peipsi, located on the border
between Russia and Estonia, is Europe’s
fourth largest lake (3,555km2).
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Address: Müürivahe 17, Tallinn Old Town
Telephone: 6600498www.ancho.ee
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Viimsi is an easy day trip from
Tallinn, where you can visit the Estonian War Museum, the Museum of Coastal Folk, and the Viimsi Open Air Museum. It’s also the worth the short bus trip to Viimsi to try one the fantastic res-taurants and enjoy a meal seaside.
■ Rannarestoran PaatRohuneeme tee 53, Viimsi.
Paat means boat in Estonian, and considering the restaurant is built under the hull of an overturned boat, the name fits. The menu has a good selection of fish, meat and vegetarian options. Local ingredi-ents are used when possible too. If the weather is nice, you can dine on the their wonderful seaside ter-race that overlooks Tallinn and the Old Town on the opposite side.
■ Café LavendelSõpruse tee 9, Haabneeme, Viimsi.
Café Lavendel offers a truly inter-national menu, with everything from sushi, to pasta, to burgers. Be sure to try their house made desserts too. While not located right on the coast, Café Laven-del does have a beautiful summer terrace where you can enjoy your meal al fresco. Live music on Sat-urday nights.
■ NOARanna tee 3, Tallinn.
Brought to you by the same owners as OKO restaurant in Kaberneeme, NOA opened this spring and has turned into a favourite among locals. Rain or shine, NOA is a lovely place to enjoy a meal by the sea. The interior is clean and simple with
a bit of Scandinavian flare. The menu boasts appetisers, fish, and meat dishes in three price cat-egories. The Surf & Turf was a light and fresh choice for lunch, and their steaks cooked on a Josper grill can be ordered with a selection of sides, the roast-ed potatoes and béarnaise sauce being my favourites.
■ RootsRohuneeme tee 57 b,
Pringi Parish, Viimsi.
Roots has the nice casual vibe of a seaside gastropub. The outdoor terrace is a relaxing place to sit with friends. The menu boasts locally inspired dishes with a hint of international flare. The beef car-paccio with rosemary, horseradish foam, and cowberry sauce was an interesting twist on a classic dish. Portions here are very generous, so keep this in mind if you want to leave room for dessert.
■ Villa Mary RestoranRohuneeme tee 103, Viimsi.
Villa Mary is located near the end of the Viimsi peninsula and offers fine dining and a gorgeous seaside view. The modern menu uses local and Scandinavian ingredients, creating colourful and fresh dishes. It’s a wonder-ful place to come for a romantic evening out. ■
Seaside diningThe Viimsi peninsula lets you escape
the city without travelling too far.
Paat's seaside terrace.
The grilled steak and sides at NOA.
How to get there
Viimsi is easily accessible by car, bike, or public transport. Bus 1A leaves the terminal under Viru Keskus every 15-20 minutes and arrives at the Viimsi Keskus stop. Bus 114 leaves hourly from the Hobujaama stop on Narva mnt and connects you to the tip of the peninsula at Rohuneeme. The buses within Viimsi (V1-V7) will take you to the villages. Visit www.peatus.ee for easy route planning.
Fresh fish at Paat.
The seaside terrace at Roots.
Café Lavendel offers an international menu.
Fine dining at Villa Mary. Simple and stylish decor at NOA.
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■ A meal with a viewDinner in the Sky will visit Tallinn twice this summer: 10-15 June in the Rotermann Quarter and 12-17 August in the square of the Estonian Academy of Arts (Tartu mnt. 1). This year, chef Vladislav Djatšuk of Tchaikovsky restaurant in Tallinn and chef Jouni Toivanen of the Michelin starred restaurant Luomo in Helsiniki will be taking to the skies to prepare an unforgettable meal at 50 metres high. Djatšuk is Estonia’s first chef to make it to the Bocuse d’Or finals. He is known for modern Russian and French cuisine. Toivanen is known for his innovative flavour combinations and use of modern gastronomical technology. Choose between Lunch in the Sky, Moët & Chandon in the Sky, or Dinner in the Sky.
■ TassikoogidOr ‘cupcakes’ in English is a small cupcake café in Tartu’s Tasku Centre. While many other parts of the world have already been hit by the cupcake craze, here in Estonia it is only recently these decorative desserts have started gaining in popularity. The creativity at Tassikoogid knows no limits; flavours include sea buckthorn, black bread-yoghurt, baked apple, and more. All desserts are made in house. And those in Tallinn need not worry, you can taste Tassikoogi cupcakes at Kohvik Wabadus in Freedom Square (Vabaduse väljak).Tasku Centre, Turu 2, Tartu.
Photo: Tassikoogid
TEXT KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV
This cool, hip café/restaurant
is found in the most interesting of places –the No99 Theatre, or rather the foyer of the theatre. For those that don’t know, No99 The-atre has been running since 2004 and was founded by Tiit Ojasoo and Ene-Liis Semper. They have won many awards in Estonia for best director, best stage produc-tion and best stage designer.
And what goes best with award winning theatre? Fantastic locally inspired dishes, of course!
Head chef Riho Heinmets has prepared a wonderful a la carte menu, inspired by Estonian cui-sine. You don’t have to attend the theatre to dine here (though I rec-ommend checking out their fan-tastic programme), the kitchen is open for lunch and dinner, and on Friday nights, the foyer turns into a jazz café.
Portions at No99 are gener-ous, and for lunch, one course will do. On my visit though, I tried a little bit of everything. The feta, almond and pomegran-ate salad was a meal in itself. As
a true fan of fish and chips, I just had to try No99’s version. The crispy coating was just the right amount to cover the whitefish. And the mushy peas and house made tartar sauce were the per-fect accompaniments. And even after all of that, I just could not pass up trying the No99 carrot cake with maltose ice cream and carrot-orange succade. ■
Gourmet TheatreEnjoy fabulous food in a unique setting at No99 Café and Restaurant.
Location
No99 Café/RestaurantSakala 3, Tallinn B2
Photo: Dinner in the Sky
Dine inside or outside in summer.
Restaurant/PubFörsta stället i Tallinn när man kommer sjövägen och sista när man beger sig till havs!
The first place to come when You arrive and the last place to visit before leaving!
Massor av härliga smakupplevelser!
Taste one of our delicious dishes!Öppet/Open: varje dag/every day 8-19.
Köket öppet från kl/The kitchen open from 8.
Levande musik varje dag/Live music every day 12-15
Sadamarket Shopping Centrum1a vån/1st floor, 100m från A och B-terminalerna/100m from A and B terminals.Sadama 8/Kai 5 (opposite the Sadamaturg), Tallinn, tel. +372 661 4605, [email protected], www.seitsemerd.ee
“We were a group of 42 people and we decided to visit the Estonia Concert Hall. On the way back to the hotel, we stumbled upon the Beer Garden,
a restaurant in the Old Town. They had a great selection of beers and fantastic food, but the best part was that we got to sit together at one big table!
We danced until we could dance no more! Some of us even partied until morning and did not even make it back to the hotel…”
Jane, 36; London
Aia 10 / Inseneri 1, Old Town, [email protected]
Ph.: +372 688 0013; Mob.:+372 565 2004Fri - Sat 10.00-05.00, Sun - Thur 10.00-00.00
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■ TELLISKIVI LOOMELINNAK (or in English ”Telliskivi Creative City”) is a set of eleven different buildings and a total surface area of 25,000 m2, located between the city centre and northern sub-urbs of Tallinn. After enjoying great food or drinks in one of the many summertime gardens, there is lot more to do to keep the groovy vibe this place offers going. Many regular events take place in the area: markets, work-shops, comedy nights, concerts,
parties, and even some events for children.Telliskivi 60a,Tallinn, 1A-B.
■ KATUSEKINO KOHVIK Katusekino or the rooftop cinema above Viru Keskus has opened again for the fifth year in a row. This year’s programme promises something for every film lover. There will be a wide selection of different genres, as well as new and older films. You can read the full programme on-line. For the second year in a row, Katusekino
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The big wait is finally over – summer is officially here. The weather is getting hotter and so are the parties all over the town! It’s time for some outdoor activities and to have a drink on a terrace while
enjoying a warm summer night. Here is a little list of Tallinn’s hottest outdoor terraces:
■ Sigma @ Club Hollywood (Vana Posti 8, Tallinn Old Town I2, 12.06.2014, tickets start from 5€)
■ David Guetta @ Tallinn Song Festival Grounds (Narva maantee 95, 13.06.2014, tickets start from 49€)
■ Robert Plant @ Saku Suurhall
Arena (Paldiski maantee 104B, 16.06.2014, tickets start from 49€)
■ Tom Jones @ Saku Suurhall Arena (Paldiski maantee 104B, 17.06.2014, tickets start from 39€)
■ Tallinn Star Weekend Rock Day:
The Offspring, Lordi, 2 Cellos
@ Tallinn Song Festival Grounds (Narva maantee 95, 27.06.2014, tickets start from 39€)
■ Tallinn Star Weekend Red
Carpet Day: Andrea Bocelli @ Tallinn Song Festival Grounds(Narva maantee 95, 28.06.2014, tickets start from 49€)
Gig Guide
Cheers to Summer 2014!
When you've seen all the must-see sights, it's time to discover Tallinn's
colourful nightlife. Tallinn native Maarja-Liisa Mahla tells you about the
best gigs, pubs, clubs, and lounges in town!
The shots at Kohvik Noorus have the most creative names.Fabulous cocktails with a view over Tallinn at Komeet.
Enjoying an evening outdoors at F-hoone. Delicious food and great films at Katusekino.
Photo: Katusekino
Photo: Noorus
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A few more suggestions for evening (or early morning) entertainment:
Sports
ClayhillsPikk 13, Tallinn Old Town H1.
Drink Baar Väike-Karja 8, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Hell HuntPikk 39, Tallinn Old Town G2.
Mad Murphy’sMündi 2, Tallinn Old Town H2.
Nimeta BaarSuur-Karja 4, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Cigar Lounges
Chicago 1933Aia 3, Tallinn Old Town H3.
La Casa del HabanoDunkri 2, Tallinn Old Town H1.
Sigari MajaRaekoja plats 16, Tallinn Old Town H2.
Estonian
Karja KelderVäike-Karja 1, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Kochi Ait TavernLootsi 10, Tallinn A3.
Kolmas DraakonRaekoja plats 1, Tallinn Old Town H2.
Valli BaarMüürivahe 14, Tallinn Old Town H3.
Live Music
Café AmigoViru väljak 4, Tallinn B2.
Chicago 1933Aia 3, Tallinn Old Town H3.
ClazzVana turg 2, Tallinn Old Town H2.
NYC Piano BarVana-Posti 8, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Rock CaféTartu mnt 80D, Tallinn.
Von KrahlRataskaevu 10/12, Tallinn Old Town H1.
Gay
Club 69Sakala 24, Tallinn B2.
G-punktPärnu mnt 23, Tallinn.
X-baarTatari 1, Tallinn.
Karaoke
Gelsomino KaraokeLai 2, Tallinn Old Town G1.
Koskenkorva Karaoke BarRoseni 13, Tallinn A2.
Nightclubs
The Bank Club 777Tartu mnt 17, Tallinn B3.
BibaboVabaduse väljak 10, Tallinn Old Town J1.
CatHouseViru väljak 4/6, Tallinn B2.
Club HollywoodVana-Posti 8, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Club MüntMürivahe 22, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Club PrivéHarju 6, Tallinn Old Town I1.
Club StudioSauna 1, Tallinn Old Town I2.
PanoraamAhtri 10, Tallinn A2.
ParlamentAhtri 10, Tallinn A2.
TapperPärnu mnt 158G, Tallinn.
TeaterVabaduse väljak 5, Tallinn Old Town J1.
VabankHarju 13, Tallinn Old Town J1.
VenusVana-Viru 14, Tallinn Old Town H3.
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■ MUST PUUDELMüürivahe 20, Tallinn Old Town I2.
“Must Puudel is
definitely one of
the coolest places
in Tallinn. It has an awesome
bohemian vibe and a unique
vintage atmosphere. In
summer, they have a garden
terrace where you can breathe
some fresh air and enjoy
delicious food. Definitely the
perfect place to have dinner
(or any kind of meal) and get
some refreshing drinks – at the
weekend it’s open until 2 a.m.!”
KATRI, AGE 28
■ KOHVIK NOORUSLai 10, Tallinn Old Town G1.
“My favourite place
to hang before
hitting to clubs is
Kohvik Noorus. Youth café, as
it translates to English, is one
of the greatest shot bars in
Tallinn. The drinks are cheap
and the shots have the most
creative names in Tallinn, so
it’s impossible not to be in the
party mood in this bar. If I want
to guarantee myself a great
night out, I can’t go wrong with
Kohvik Noorus.”
KATRE, AGE 22
■ BAYERN BÖHMEN KELLERSuur-Karja 18, Tallinn Old Town I2.
“My latest discovery
in Tallinn is Bayern
Böhmen Keller. My
friends and I booked a table to
have some drinks, grab somet-
hing to eat and just enjoy good
company before diving into
Tallinn’s crazy nightlife. It has
great value for money and a
cool medieval interior. One of
the big advantages of the pub
is its perfect location in the
Old Town. Book a table and I
promise you won’t regret it!”HELEN, AGE 27
has paired with MoMo to bring cinemagoers a wonderful Japanese menu. The MoMo kitchen is open daily for lunch (12.00-15.00, weekdays only) and dinner (from 20.00). Due to the short nights of the northern European summer, the films start late (23.00-24.00 in June), after the sun has set. Enjoy the film while relaxing on comfortable deck chairs, and don’t worry if it’s a little chilly, the cinema provides blankets. Viru Keskus, 4th floor rooftop ter-race, Viru väljak 4/6, Tallinn B2.Mon – Friday 12-02, Sat – Sun 17-02.
■ KOMEETKomeet is located at the top of the Solaris shopping cen-tre. It provides 120 seats, and delicious food combined with a really nice atmosphere and view. People often go there to just enjoy cup of coffee and a slice of freshly baked cake. Wednesdays and Fri-days are the days when spe-cial events take place. Starting in the evenings and lasting to the early morning hours, the
rooftop terrace turns into terrace-discotheque with free entry.Estonia pst. 9, 5th floor, Tallinn, B2.
■ LOUNGE 24With its unique view of Tallinn, Lounge 24 is definitely a rooftop ter-race worth a visit. It’s located on the
24th floor of Radisson Blu Hotel, or 90 metres above street level. When it comes to food, some people even say that the Caesar salad there is the best in town. Creative cocktails can be also be ordered. It’s a really popular place among locals, as well as hotel guests.
Rävala Puiestee 3, Tallinn, B2.
■ VARBLANELocated in the centre of town, next to Freedom Square, Varblane is one of those places where you can really sit back and relax. Have something to eat from the grill, salads, sushi, snacks or a dessert. It’s one of the city’s most popular meeting points for people to have something to drink and a Hookah before hit-ting the clubs. But, if you're having fun, just stay there until the sun rises, enjoy-ing fresh summer breez-es, music and the relaxed atmosphere this place has to offer.Harju 6, Tallinn Old Town, J1.
■
Varblane is located next to Freedom Square.
The courtyard terrace at Must Puudel.
Photo: Varblane
Lounge 24 has a beautiful view over Tallinn.
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■ Tallinn Star Weekend 2014For the second year in a row major music stars will take to the stage for two nights of unforgettable music. Day one: 27 June is Rock Day, Eurovision winners Lordi (FIN), Leningrad Band (RUS), and MTV Music Award winner The Offspring will perform one impressive show! Day two: 28 June is Red Carpet Day, Andrea Bocelli, the Italian tenor will bring his unique charisma to the stage for an elegant evening. Tickets on sale now!27-28 June, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds
■ Treff Theatre FestivalTreff is an international street festival where buskers, actors, and other performance artists can showcase their talents. Enjoy a packed programme of puppet art, dance, theatre, music, lectures, and workshops. This year’s programme includes shows from the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Finland, Russia, Slovenia, France, Czech Republic, and Estonia.
This year’s special guest will be Compagnie Philippe Genty with their visual theatre performance “Ne m’oublie pas”. They will perform 7 June at the Vene Theatre. Visit the Treff website for a full programme listing of shows for children and adults.5-8 June, Tallinn
Hanseatic Days6-8 June, Viljandi
27-29 June, Pärnu
Summer cultural celebrations are in full swing in Pärnu and Viljandi in June, with a festival to celebrate each city’s Hanseatic past. Viljandi’s Hanseatic Days will open 6 June in the town square, followed by a concert with Jarek Kasar and Tõnis Mägi at the Viljandi Song Festival Grounds. On the second day, the streets will be filled with tradesmen. The Hanseatic fare will open along with the Craftsmen’s Courtyard, Hanseatic stage, Theatre Courtyard, Art garden, and children’s area.
The Pärnu Hanseatic Days explore our roots and customs. The three-day festival includes a poultry and livestock fair, a market, and a knight’s tournament. Enjoy various concerts and great food as well.
Midsummer’s Eve 23 June
Estonian Open Air Museum
Midsummer’s Eve is perhaps the most anticipated holiday of the year. It is a beautiful summer evening filled with flaming bonfires, dancing and music, “swinging songs” and folk games. Experience the traditional Estonian customs associated with this ancient holiday at the Estonian Open Air Museum.
Grillfest6-7 June, Pärnu
In case you needed another reason to visit the summer capital of Estonia, Pärnu, here you go: grilled meat. But that’s not all, Grillfest is also a chance to taste local products by Estonian producers, watch cooking competitions, and take part in the evening programme.
Concerts and Festivals
■ 16.6. Robert Plant, Saku Suurhall, Tallinn
■ 17.6. Tom Jones, Saku Suurhall, Tallinn
■ 21.–22.6. Sõru Jazz, Sõru Port, Hiiumaa
■ 23.–29.6. Inaugural Orchid Festival (Orhideefetival Märka lille!) Vilsandi, Saaremaa
■ 24.–29.6. Juu jääb, Muhu. 18th annual music festival taking place on the island of Muhu.
■ 27.–28.6. Seto Folk, Värska. The festival brings together great folk artists and songwriters from Setomaa, Estonia, Russia, Latvia, and Finland to showcase the fascinating Seto culture.
■ 27.–28.6. Hard Rock Laager, Vana-Vigala. An annual hard rock music festival.
TEXT MIKKO SAVIKKO, PHOTO EAS
This phenomenon takes place every five years. This year marks the 26th Song Festival. The par-ticipants have been chosen and about 70 of those who applied were accepted. The 10,000 or so that were not accepted into the choir can enjoy the party along with the other 100,000 spectators.
The Dance Festival also takes place at the same time, and there are few tickets now left. The Kalev
Stadium just cannot fit any more spectators.
The Song and Dance Cele-bration is an experience that is difficult to describe with words and images. On Saturday 5 July, the performers parade through Tallinn’s city centre, dancing and singing towards the Song festival Grounds. The streets are filled with spectators and other sup-porters. On the evening of the same day and on the Sunday as well, everyone can enjoy the con-
cert. The first concert covers songs of previous Song Festivals, 1869-2009. The seven-hour Sun-day concert combines new and old materials.
It is estimated that this year 42,000 performers will take part. ■
■ At-a-glance:
Conductor Eri Klas has said, that the world’s musicians praise the ability of Estonians in conducting a choir of over 20,000 singers.
■ Event and Concert TicketsTickets to just about any event or concert in Estonia can be purchased
on-line at Piletilevi, Piletimaailm, and Ticketpro. Or, visit their central
locations at:
■ Piletilevi: Viru Shopping Centre, Viru väljak 4/6, Tallinn B2
■ Ticketpro: Solaris Shopping Centre, Estonia pst 9, Tallinn B2
■ Piletimaailm (Eesti konsert): Estonia pst 4, Tallinn B2
Song and Dance Celebration 2014 “Touched by Time. The Time to Touch”
■ TuleTulemine (The arrival of the flame) 15 June – 4 July
The torch is brought from Tartu by bicycle. Events along the way.
■ Friday 4 July
18.00 Dance Festival 1st performance, Kalev Stadium (about 750 metres from Hotel Olümpia).
■ Saturday 5 July
11.00 Dance Festival 2nd performance, Kalev Stadium 14.00 Festival procession from Freedom Square to the Song Festival Grounds.21.00 Song Festival 1st concert, Song Festival Grounds
■ Sunday 6 July
11.00 Dance Festival 3rd performance, Kalev Stadium11.00 Song Festival 2nd concert, Song Fstival Grounds
More information: 2014.laulupidu.ee
What – Where – When■ Accommodation is usually booked months in advance, so be sure
to book something quickly. At the end of May there was still some accommodation left.
■ Comfortable shoes are a must. Due to the large crowds, walking is the best way to get to and from the Song Festival Grounds.
■ Long concerts mean different kinds of weather. The most practical thing to bring along is a raincoat or poncho, which can also be used to sit on.
■ Bring cash. Queues for ATMs at the Song Festival Grounds are long.
■ The procession can be followed from the sidewalks along Narva manatee. But, the best view of the procession is from hotel windows that line route to the Song Festival Grounds.
■ Tickets for the Song Festival can be purchased at the gates, but you can also buy them before, from Piletilevi kiosks. Tickets for seats cost €20-€50, depending on proximity to the stage. In July, a general admission tickets costs €9, before that, €6. Entrance for children six and under is free.
Useful Information
Photo: Georg-Sander MännikPhoto: E.M. Concert Group
The world’s largest choir
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Travel tips for Estonia and the summer’s top cultural events.
This year’s big news: The long awaited opening of The Lottemaa theme park will take place in July and the Tallinn Science Centre will open in June. Families can now spend time at many different renovated attractions and dozens of cultural
events. This summer’s main event is the Song and Dance Celebration, taking place at the first weekend in July.
Together with the Estonian Tourism Development Centre, we have made this spe-
cial Estonian summer travel newspaper. For more information about tourism in Estonia visit: www.visitestonia.com, which also works on mobile phones. ■
– now there are more options than ever for things to do with the whole family in Estonia.Family vacation
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Energy and a
diff erent kind of natureEast of Estonia’s capital are some of the most beautiful
coastlines in the country.
TEXT: MIKKO VIRTA, PHOTOS: EAS
North-eastern Estonia is the energy
centre of the country. Most of the power used in Estonia comes from Narva. While this area has been forgotten by tourism in the past, recent renovations and facelifts are bringing tourists to this historic city once again. Narva-Jõesuu is a beautiful summer destination and con-tinues to grow each year. Sandy beaches stretch for kilometres, and the old woo-den summer homes are a reminder of a bygone era.
The counties of Northern Estonia are filled with manor houses, some of which are only a short distance from Tallinn. Nature lovers must visit Lahemaa Natio-nal Park, and in summer, the small seasi-de town of Käsmu turns into a cultural centre.
Rakvere, which is located about an hour’s drive from Tallinn, is a very inte-resting small town. Its main tourist attraction is a medieval castle. Near the castle stands one of the town’s symbols, a bull, or as the locals call it, an Auroch, or “Tarvas”. The statue was made by Estonian sculptor Tauno Kangro and is
considered the largest animal statue in the Baltics. ■
TOP 5 Northern Estonia
01 RAKVERE CASTLE
The castle in Rakvere is a destination for the whole family. Try your hand at various medieval activities.
02 VEMBUTEMBUMAA
Vembu-Tembumaa is a family theme park located in nearby Saku.
03 KOHTLA MINING PARK
At Kohtla Mining Park you can go 25 metres underground to experience the life of a miner.
05 LAHEMAA NATIONAL PARK
Located close to Rakvere, here you will find many interesting manor houses, some of which have been converted into hotels.
04 VIRU FOLK & KAUNID KONTSERDID
The summer’s concerts begin in the small town of Käsmu and end with the Viru Folk festival in August.
Distances■ Tallinn—Rakvere 99 km
■ Tallinn—Jõhvi 165 km
■ Tallinn—Narva 211 km
■ Tallinn—Mustvee 173 km
■ Narva—Mustvee 119 km
■ Tallinn—Paldiski 49 km
Populations of the largest towns, as of
1.1.2014:
■ Tallinn 429,829
■ Narva: 62,068
■ Kohtla-Järve: 38,197
■ Sillamäe: 14,586
■ Rakvere: 16,338
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How to get there:
Trains to Rakvere, Jõhvi, and Narva leave from Tallinn twice daily. The journey to Narva lasts about two and a half hours and tickets cost €9.90. You can change trains in Tapa to reach Tartu. West from Tallinn, a train will take you to Paldiski, leaving nine times daily. Buses travel to each of these destinations as well.
JÕHVIJÕHVI
Sushi, pasta, salads, soups, desserts,
children’s menu. We also have a large
selection of Japanese drinks.
Come and enjoy these
wonderful flavours!’Open M-Sa 10.00 - 22.00, Su 12.00 - 22.00
Address: Tallinna 12, Rakvere
Telephone: + 372 621 8282
www.sushitiger.ee
Facebook: https://et-ee.facebook.com/Sushitiiger
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and international and international
flavours. flavours.
WELCOME TO THE ESTONIAN OPEN
AIR MUSEUM!
An Estonian village in the capital of Estonia
Open daily at 10-20 (except June 24)Buses: 21 and 21B from the Balti jaam train station. City Tour Blue Line from Viru Square.Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12, Tallinn.Ph. +372 654 9100, www.evm.ee.
Granny’s and Grandpa’s Days on June 7 & 8MIDSUMMER EVE on June 23Folk dance performances every weekendSmithwork, rug weaving, farm work of the pastHorse and carriage rides, village shop from the 1930s, Estonian national food at the inn.
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Tallinn ZooTallinn Zoo
Welcome to the zoo!
Ehitajate tee 150 / Paldiski mnt. 145, Tallinn
Tel. +372 6 943 300, [email protected], www.loomaaed.ee
Zoo open
Ticket officeopen daily 9–19
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01 HAAPSALU EPISCOPAL CASTLE The ghost of Estonia’s White Lady lives inside the castle.
02 ILON’S WONDERLAND Find out about Ilon Wikland’s career as a children’s illustrator, and partake in children’s activities too.
03 MATSALU NATIONAL PARK Admire orchids, beavers, and other interesting wild life in one of Estonia’s most beautiful parks.
04 RESORT HALL This seaside restaurant is one of Estonia’s most impressive.
05 SANDY BEACHES Relax in the sunshine on one of northwest-ern Estonia’s most beautiful beaches.
TOP 5 Haapsalu
TEXT MIKKO VIRTA, PHOTOS EAS
Haapsalu is known in a way through Ast-rid Lindgren’s books, because the beloved illustrator Ilon Wikland was from Estonia and spent her childhood summers in Haap-salu. Wikland illustrated many of Lindgren’s books over the decades, as well as the Bul-lerby Children, Karlsson on the Roof, and the Brothers Lionheart.
Wikland’s early illustrations and the progression of her career can be seen in an old wooden house at Ilon’s Wonderland. The top floor is the Karlsson on the Roof room and playroom. The exhibits in the children’s centre were updated this winter.
Haapsalu is a truly child-friendly city fil-led with playgrounds, the most impressive of which is located in the moat of the Epis-copal Castle. The castle itself is also striking, standing tall among the wooden houses.
The summer brings Haapsalu back to life. Get to know the city by taking a ride on the tourist train, which weaves its way through the city’s narrow streets. You can also see the city from the sea with a ride on the steam ship.
Haapsalu has many interesting museums, including the Museum of the Coastal Swe-des, the Evald Okase Art Museum, the Epis-copal Castle Museum, and the Railroad Museum. From the 17th of May, a new per-manent exhibit will open in the Town Hall. ■
How to get there:
Haapsalu is less than two hours away from Tallinn by car. Buses connect to Haapsalu frequently.
The blue pearl
of the westIn Haapsalu, you are never
far away from the sea.
Distances■ Tallinn-Haapsalu 100 km
Largest cities
■ Haapsalu: 11,000
■ Lihula: 2500
More information: www.visithaapsalu.com
01 PÄRNU BEACHWarm and shallow water, sandy beaches, and good service make Pärnu Estonia’s number one beach destination.
02 LOTTEMAA
Located just east of Pärnu, the Lottemaa theme park will open at the end of July, offer-ing fun for the whole family.
03 CYCLINGRiding around on a bicycle is fun in Pärnu. New cycling paths were opened last autumn.
04 CANOEINGPeaceful and serene landscapes can be enjoyed on a canoe trip through Soomaa National Park.
05 AUDRU AUTO24RING RALLY TRACKTry driving a car yourself, or just watch. Either way is fun.
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Pärnu is a great place for family vaca-
tions, especially because of the long sandy beach with shallow, warm waters. Recently, a new child-friendly attraction opened, the Lottemaa theme park, located about 10 km from Pärnu. The theme park offers games and activities, sure to keep children enter-tained for hours.
The best way to familiarise yourself with Estonia’s summer capital is to hire a bike and take a ride through the beach side park. Bicycles can be hired from many places near the beach and from Tervise Paradiis Aquatics Centre. Some places even offer tendem bikes.
Don’t forget to visit one of the city’s many interesting museums. Across from the con-cert hall is the Pärnu Museum where you can learn about the city’s fascinating history. This summer there will be a temporary exhibit on display about Estonia’s alcohol producers.
Another popular summer tradition is a visit to the nude exhibit, Man and Woman. This year’s exhibit will be devo-ted to modern Ukrainian art.
Motor sporting events are regularly organised at the Audru rally track. Of the four tracks, the longest is 3.2 km. Speed lovers can even try driving a Toyota GT86 or BMW 325. Go-karting is also offered. ■
How to get there:
A bus leaves for Pärnu almost every hour. The journey takes about two hours with a car. The train trip between Tallinn and Pärnu lasts about 2 1/2 hours.
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Distances■ Tallinn- Pärnu 135 km
Population
■ Pärnu 43,000
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Fairytale summer in Haapsalu
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Koidulapark Hotel is a small and family frindly hotel in the heart of Pärnu. This homey and
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Estonia’s favourite puppet girl Lotte,
comes to life in June. The beloved children’s character, illustrated by Heiki Ernitsa and Janno Põldma, and written by Andrus Kivi-rähk will soon have her own theme park, located close to Pärnu.
Lottemaa is familiar to children at Leiu-tajateküla, where very special machines are built. The best way to familiarise yourself with Lotte is to watch the films. Lotte’s best friend is Bruno the cat. They have all kinds of adventures in their films.
The Vanemuine Theatre in Tartu has made a few Lotte musicals as well: Detektiiv (Detective) Lotte and Kosmonaut (Astro-naut) Lotte. Songs were composed by one of Estonia’s top composers Priit Pajusaar and Leelo Tungal wrote the lyrics. Gerli Padar has even played Lotte. Both musicals are available on CD and Detective Lotte is also available on DVD. Lotte dolls are available for sale, as well as doll versions of her friends.
The Lottemaa theme park will open on 25 July in Tahkurand, which is about 15 minutes away by car from Pärnu. ■
Opening soon!
Secrets of the islandsSeaside horseback riding between the junipers
in the fairy-tale forests is an everyday treat
on the islands of Estonia.
Distances■ Tallinn- Virtsu 135 km
■ Tallinn- Rohuküla 110 km
■ Tallinn- Munalaiu 165 km
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Horseback riding is the main attraction
at Tulla Makkonen’s Ratsukievari Recrea-tion Centre. Makkonen built this centre in Saaremaa 12 years ago. In the beginning, the idea had been to turn this old Soviet era factory farm into a place to raise hor-ses for sale. A tourism attraction was also a viable idea and visitors from nearby towns starting visiting Ratsukievari for horse-back riding.
Ratsukievari is located about one kilometre from one of the most beauti-ful beaches on the island of Saaremaa, a popular place for hiking. Riding through the shallow water is just what some people are looking to do when they visit the island. You can also take your car to the beach, or simply enjoy walking. Ratsukievari has 15 Estonian horses and Island ponies. The horses have been trained since birth and riders of all levels of experience will find a good match. Even total beginners will be able to go riding. If you are too scared to try riding, then don’t worry, you can ride in a cart. “Visitors can go riding on
a track, on our new obstacle course, but riding through the forest is certainly the most popular adventure”, says Makkonen. Riding excursions are led by a guide. Visi-tors can bring their own lunch, or enjoy a meal at a local summer restaurant. Excur-sions can be organised to last an hour or all day.
Tihuse Farm on Muhu Island has spe-cialised in horseback riding trips and rai-sing Estonian horses. Their large herd run freely in summer and winter. Some of the horses are trained for outings, but the raising and sale of horses is also very important. Tihuse offers accommodati-on for riders, including meals, and can take riders on very interesting tours about ancient culture, with or without horses. Martin Kivisoo, owner of Tihuse is well versed in local history, and will certainly never run out of stories to tell. ■
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TOP 5 Western Estonia's Islands
01 SPAS
Kuressaare’s spas always offer something new. Relax in the mineral waters at Saaremaa Spa and enjoy the saunas at Georg Ots Spa, where their restaurant has also been renovated. Thalasso Spa has renovated their rooms and the hotel. Arensburg has expanded, and Grand Rose is now offering yoga.
02 GOLF
The golf courses of Saaremaa are located close to Kuressaare. The history of the course is a little bit unusual, because in the begin-ning it was actually owned by the city. Now, due to economic problems, the golf course has a new owner to ensure it will live on. This is great news because this course is one of Estonia’s most beautiful.
03 HALLIKIVI ADVENTURE PARK
Located just outside of Kuressaare, Hallikivi Adventure Park offers hours of fun for active people. With four different levels of difficulty, the park has ropes, cable bridges, and other kinds of obstacles, some even with a height of 5 metres.
05 EXOTIC ANIMALS
Visit the ostriches on Muhu Island. They have been raised at Jaanalinnfarm since the early 1990s. There are also other animals living there, not common in Estonia, like alpacas, kangaroos, and even a few zebras. The café and farm is open to tourists from mid May. You can buy ostrich products as well.
04 HIIUMAA WAR MUSEUM
This small war history museum is a local stop for all interested in history, rifles, and war history. The museum is located in the village of Tahkuna, at the northern-most point of Hiiumaa where you will also see a beautiful lighthouse.
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Western Estonia’s largest islands■ Saaremaa: Area about 2670 km²,
population approximately 40,000.
■ Hiiumaa: Area close to 1000 km², population approximately 11,000.
■ Muhu: Area about 200 km², population under 1900.
■ Vormsi: Area about 93 km², population 400.
■ Kihnu: Area about 17 km², population 500.
■ Ruhnu: Area about 11 km², population 70.
Beer from Saaremaa
You don’t get much more local that beer from Saaremaa. Breweries that came to the island have disappeared, but the small breweries Pöide and Pihtla have brought the brewing tradition back to life. Pöide makes an especially good rye beer. Pihtla makes a traditional strong beer.
Tourists and windmills
The symbols of Estonia’s islands are windmills and lighthouses. Many original structures can still be found on the islands. The most well known and historically important is the Kõpu lighthouse on the island of Hiiumaa. On the
island of Saaremaa, in Angla, you can see five windmills.
Cycling
The roads on Estonia’s islands are flat; distances are short, with little traffic, and beautiful natural landscapes surround you. There is no better place to go cycling. Try cycling from Hiiumaa to Saaremaa and Muhumaa. You can also find bike rentals for shorter distances.
Ferries to the islands
Take the ferry to Saaremaa and Muhumaa from Virtsu to Kuivastu. The ferries to Hiiumaa depart from Rohuküla and arrive in Heltermaa.
There are also regular ferries from Hiiumaa to Saaremaa between Triigi and Sõru.
Find schedules and ticket information on-line: www.tuulelaevad.ee
The ferry to Vormsi Island leaves from Rohuküla and arrives at Sivby Port. Ferries to Kihnu leave from Pärnu. Munalaiu Port connects Kihnu and Ruhnu to the mainland. Ticket information and schedules can be found at: www.veeteed.ee
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CrossroadsTEXT MIKKO SAVIKKO,
PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV, VÄRSKA SPA, JAAK JÕEPERE
Valgamaa, Põlvamaa, and Võrumaa are three counties in Southern Estonia, near the borders of Latvia and Russia. The popula-tion of these three counties is a little under 100,000. While the distances are short, there is still a great deal to see!
The country’s largest trees, tallest ‘mountains’, and deepest lakes, are just some of the reasons to visit this area and its people. Here you will also hear different dialects of the Estonian language, including that of the Seto people.
The Seto people celebrate their king on the first Saturday in August, along with some of the best folk music and beer. This year, Kingdom Day will be celebra-ted at Mikitamäe. In Võru, the folklore festival, taking place in mid-July for the
20th year in a row, will include dancing and music. Visitors come from as far as Mexico.
War history enthusiasts will be intere-sted in memorials from the Estonian War
of Independence in Paju and Valga. Julius Kuperjanov, the Estonian commander, died in the Battle of Paju.
Many rivers flow through this area, and in some places, around high sand cliffs that the rivers have dug out naturally over time. One of the most impressive is Taevaskoda on Ahja River, where at its peak, the sandy cliff reach-es 20 metres. Even taller is the Härma wall beside the Piusa River in Meremäe County. The name for the region, Meremägi or Sea Mountain, was given due to its height and the fact that one could ‘see’ to the sea. ■
01 SUUR MUNAMÄGI
is Estonia’s highest peak, at the top of which stands a lookout post.
02 RUSSIAN OLD BELIEVERS
The Old Believers on the shores of Peipsi Lake still honour old traditions. Varnja, Kasepää, Kolkja – all three are diverse villages. While you explore these, the museums, prayer houses and graveyards are worth visiting. Be sure to try some of the fish, onions and other agricultural products here.
03 VÄRSKA SANATORIUM IN SETOMAA
Värska is known for its water, which in addition to hydration is also known for its healing properties.
04 ALATSKIVI CASTLE
Alatskivi Castle was built between 1876 to 1885 by Baron Arved von Nolcken. He was particularly inspired by the royal residence at Balmoral, Scotland, that was built in 1856 by the order of Prince Albert. Alatskivi Castle is considered the most beautiful neo-gothic building in the Baltic States.
05 ADVENTURE PARKS
Zip-lining, climbing, and catapulting are all thrills to be experienced at some of Southern Estonia’s adventure parks, like the Otepää Adventure Park, the Tartu Adventure Park, or the Valma Adeventure Park on the shores of Lake Võrtsjärv.
TOP 5 Southern Estonia
Distances■ Tallinn–Viljandi 159 km
■ Tallinn–Võru 253 km
■ Tallinn–Valga 267 km
■ Viljandi–Valga 88 km
■ Viljandi–Võru 124 km
■ Tallinn–Põlva 231 km
■ Võru–Põlva 25 km
Populations in the largest towns,
as of 1.1.2014
■ Võru 13,171
■ Valga 13,427
■ Põlva (county) 10,005
Viljandi: Culture and hundreds of years of tradition
Viljandi was established in 1283. This is one of four of Estonia’s hanseatic cities.
The castle ruins in Viljandi are a famil-
iar meeting place. It is know as the cul-tural capital of Estonia. The Academy of Culture at the University of Tartu is located in Viljandi. Some of the graduates of the Academy are well-known Estoni-an musicians, but many art teachers and craftsmen have also completed their trai-ning there.
During the summer, may cultural events take place in Viljandi, of which the biggest and most popular is the Viljandi Folk Music Festival. It’s referred to as Viljandi Folk. The event brings in people of all ages and every year the music programme offers something for every taste. The theme of this year’s festival is games.
Distances are short in Viljandi and there is plenty of free parking. The Old Town is filled with many cafes and restaurants. The centre of all cultural events is the Estonian Traditional Music Centre (Pärimusmuusi-ka ait), where from the top floor you can experience a beautiful view over the lake
and the Ruins of the Viljandi Order Castle. One of the newest restaurants in town is Fellini, which puts on musical events in addition to serving great food.
There are many places to stay while in Viljandi. There is also Estonia's first auto-
matic hotel, Just Rest. A double room costs 35 per night. The hostel is located close to the swimming beach.■
Distances■ Tallinn–Viljandi 159 km
■ Tartu–Viljandi 78 km
■ Pärnu–Viljandi 96 km
Population, as of 1.1.2014:
■ Viljandi 18,490
■ Võhma 1391
■ Mõisaküla 864 (Estonia’s smallest city)
TOP 5 Viljandi01 Viljandi Lake. The swimming beach is
fun for the whole family. The playground is filled with all kinds of activities too.
02 The Parkour Track in Valuoja Park, in Viljandi’s city centre gives visitors the opportunity to try their hand to make it through various obstacles.
03 Skating in a t-shirt. Skate on a paraffin covered rink in Võhma, located about 30km north of Viljandi.
04 The suspension bridge that crosses the moat that surround the castle ruins in Viljandi is a sight not to be missed.
05 Water tower. The view from the old water tower lets you see over the whole city.
How to get there:
A train connects Tallinn and Viljandi four times daily. The journey lasts about two hours and a ticket costs €7.50. A journey from Pärnu takes about 1-½ hours and leaves 16 times daily. The one-hour bus trip from Tartu departs 18 times daily.
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How to get there?
The train from Tartu to Põlva and Taevaskoja leaves twice daily. There is also a regular train from Tartu to Valga. Take the bus from Tallinn to Võru in about four hours. A ticket costs €15. The trip from Tallinn to Valga takes about the same amount of time. There are dozens of con-nections.
Summer in Tartu
Medieval TartuMedieval TartuA visit to Tartu’s Dome Church
and University Treasury.
Th e two-towered Tartu Cathedral is one of the Baltics most stunning brick Gothic building. Th e Tartu Treasury is Estonia’s only publicly exhibited medi-eval crypt. Th e view from the towers of the Tartu Cathedral is stunning.
Scientifi c TartuScientifi c TartuA visit to the Tartu Observatory. Tartu’s Observatory is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the main attraction being a world famous Fraunhofer telescope. Th e Ob-servatory also has many interesting in-formative and interactive exhibits.
Academic Tartu Academic Tartu A visit to University’s Festive
Hall and Lock-up.
Th e University of Tartu’s main build-ing is a symbolic building in Tartu. Th is guided tour will take you to the hall, which is known for its good acoustics in Estonia. Th ere will also be a tour to the lock-ups and an introduc-tion to 19th century student life.For more information and bookings: [email protected], http://muuseum.ut.ee/
Tartu is referred to as the City of Good Thoughts. It is Estonia’s second largest city
and is home to the University of Tartu. Summertime in Tartu is full of wonderful events and activities, and many great
restaurants too! Come and visit Tartu for a summer of fun.
Discover Toomemägi – Discover Toomemägi – The window to Tartu!The window to Tartu!
Summer Summer in Tartuin Tartu
June1.06 SEB 33rd Tartu Cycle Marathon, This is the largest bike rally in the Baltics, where profes-sionals and amateurs come together to ride side by side. Children’s races are organised as well.www.tartumaraton.ee
4-9.06 Estonian Composers Festival or Eesti Heliloojate Festival (EHF) is one of Estonia’s largest music festivals.www.composer.ee
4-8.06 10th Tartu International Wind Instru-ment Festival "Mürtsub pill". This festival fills the streets of Tartu with wind instrument orchestras and ensembles, as well as many musical collectives. www.potartu.ee
7.06. Tartu Song Festival. The song festival tradition got its start in 1869 in Tartu, and con-tinues to this day. The Tartu Song Festival “Then and Now”, celebrates Estonian composers, choirs, and the 150th birthday of the organist Miina Härma. www.laulupidu.tartu.ee
7.06. Võrtsjärve Fish and Handicraft Fair, Jõesuu. Try the delicious Võrtsjärve fish prepared in many different ways and sail on Võrtsjärve Lake with the sailboat “Paula”. Enjoy music and dancing as well. www.vortsjarv.ee
23.06 Victory Day and Midsummer’s Eve in Raadi. www.tartu.ee
29.06 Tartu Day. This annual event includes concerts, tours, competitions, and many more exciting activities. Events will also be organised by some of Tartu’s museums. www.kultuuriaken.tartu.ee
July10-16.07 Glasperlenspiel Music Festival. This music festival brings together musicians that interpret musical compositions from an un-conventional perspective. Special instruments, unusual compositions, and links to other areas of the arts, like philosophy are what make this festival so spectacular. www.erpmusic.com
11-13.07 Tartu Hanseatic Days. The Hanseatic Days bring a part of Tartu’s history back to life, to a time when Tartu was the meeting point between the east and the west in trade and culture. The heart of the festival is the huge handicraft and farmer’s market. www.hansapaevad.ee
12.07 3rd Show Choir Party. The best of Estonian pop and rock music performed by amazing choirs and soloists. www.popkooripidu.ee
12.07 Tartu Mill Triathalon. The Tartu Mill Triathalon takes place at the same time as the Haseatic Days. The programme includes the European Cup stage for athletes, amateurs, and children. www.tartutriatlon.ee
August1-3.08 Alatskivi Manor House Days, Alatskivi. The Manor House Days will take place on the magnificent grounds of Alatskivi. www.alatskiviloss.ee
4-9.08 Tartu Love Film Festival tARTuFF. The almost weeklong film festival in Tartu Town Hall Square boasts the largest outdoor screen in the Baltics, filling the evenings with romantic films. www.tartuff.ee
7-10.08 Tartu Music Week. This annual pop music festival fills the university town with free concerts. www.tartumuusika.ee
15-16.08 XI Emajõe Festival. This festival is centred around Tartu’s most important natural symbol, the Emajõgi River. Competitions, activ-ities, and concerts take place around the river that runs through Tartu’s city centre. www.tartu.ee/emajoefestival
24.08 SEB 8th Tartu In-line Skating Mara-thon. The biggest in-line skating event in the Baltics and Scandinavia. www.tartumaraton.ee
30.08 Kallaste Fish and Onion Fair, Kallaste. The traditions of the residents near the shore of Lake Peipsi will be presented at this annual festival in Kallaste. www.sibulatee.ee
Starting in May, the University of Tartu is offering guided tours on Toomemägi. Toomemägi is Tartu’s birthplace. The fortress that sits atop the hill is where Tartu was first mentioned in medieval history.
Tartu as an academic centre also got its start on Toomemägi. This summer’s guided tours introduce the visitor to Toomemägi with visits to the most important landmarks.
Picture Estonia through the
National Geographic Window
Since last summer, you can travel through southern Estonia and discover points of interest through the yellow window of the National Geographic. From June onwards, follow five different thematic tourism routes. There are four yellow windows located in Tartu County: Tartu Town Hall Square, Alatskivi Castle, the ancient valley of Jär-vselja, Lake Saadjärve Lake, and the Tõravere Observatory. There are ten yellow windows in total throughout southern Estonia. www.visitsouthestonia.com
Rally Racing in TartuRally Racing in TartuTh is is the fi rst time a European Rally Championship (ERC) will be taking place in Estonia. Auto24 Rally Estonia is FIA Europe’s offi cial phase of the World Rally Championship taking place in Tartu and on the gravel roads of South-ern Estonia. Take part in three action-packed days of pure racing adrenaline. See some of the best drivers in Europe!
The preliminary schedule is as follows:
Thursday 17 July Qualifying StageShakedownCeremonial Start in Tartu
Friday 18 July FIA European Rally Championship Leg 1FIA European Historic Sporting Rally Championship Leg 1Tartu city stageOpen-air concert in Tartu
Saturday 19 July FIA European Rally Championship Leg 2FIA European Historic Sporting Rally Championship Leg 2Round of Estonian Rally ChampionshipFinish Podium and awards ceremony in Tartu
Th e race covers 235 kilometres in total, over a 99% gravel, 1% tarmac surface.
Th e Rally will be broadcast to 20 million viewers throughout the world, thanks to Eurosport and partners. Th e start and fi nish will be Tartu’s city cen-tre, passing through Toomemägi, the most beautiful area of the city. Rally Headquarters and Service Park will be located in Otepää. Th is promises to be an exciting event for the whole family, including concerts, a children’s playground, women’s area, and shop-ping. For more information visit: www.rallyestonia.ee; www.rallyestonia.com; or visit their Facebook and Twitter pages under the heading RallyEstonia.
Tartu for GourmandsTartu for GourmandsTartu is also known for some of its great restaurants and is an ideal des-tination for food lovers.
Th e 50 Best Restaurants of Es-tonia (www.fl avoursofestonia.com) list includes the meat restaurant Meat Market, the London Hotel restaurant Polpo, the Antonius Hotel restau-rant, the Italian restaurant La Dolce Vita, and the restaurant Cafe Truff e, as well as Werner café. Recently, there have been many new restaurant openings in Tartu, like Volga (http://restoranvolga.ateen.ee), the French restaurant Päris Pariis (www.parisp-ariis.ee), and German restaurant Graz
(www.graz.ee). Don’t forget about the pubs J. R. Schramm’s “Keller”, and Pu-nane Ronk; ‘Red Raven’ – a micro-bar for gourmet beer lovers. Th e micro-bar can seat about 15 people and serves 50–60 diff erent kinds of beer to its cus-tomers.
Come to Toomemägi this summer to discover the rich history of the Uni-versity of Tartu’s past and fi nd out about science, art, astronomy, medi-cine, and student life from the 17th century to today. Th e main museum building of the University is situated in the medieval Dome Church that was turned into to the University Li-brary at the beginning of the 19th cen-tury. Viewing platforms are located at the top of the towers of the building and are open from May to November, off ering a stunning view over Tartu. Th e University Treasury can also be
found in the same building where you can discover some real rarities.
In 2013, the University of Tartu History Museum opened the Mad Scientist’s Offi ce, where you can get answers to many intriguing scientifi c questions like, why is the sky blue, does sugar melt in water, how to fi sh breathe under water, and many more! Th e Mad Scientist’s Offi ce is open from Wednesday to Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm. Every Saturday, from 11 am to 1 pm, the Mad Scientist performs diff erent experiments in his offi ce. www.ajaloomuuseum.ut.ee
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The 2014 summer season is upon
us, and why not update your look with a new pair of sunglasses. This year you will find some classic styles, like aviators and cat-eyes, but revamped with bursts of col-our. We visited a few of Tallinn’s eyeglass shops and here are some of our favourite finds, for both men and women. ■
A sunny spectacle
shopping
Shopping in Tallinn■ Department StoresStockmann, Liivalaia 53. B3.The Tallinn branch of Finland’s favourite department store.
Tallinna Kaubamaja, Gonsiori 2. B2.This Estonian department store has been in business since 1960 and is now attached to the Viru Shopping Centre.
■ Central Shopping Centres
Foorum, Narva mnt 5. B2.Almost opposite the Viru Shopping Centre, Foorum houses a promen-ade of stylish boutiques.
Postimaja Shopping Centre, Narva mnt 1. B2.The newest shopping centre in Tallinn houses an H&M.
Rotermanni keskus, Rotermanni 8. B2.This modern shopping centre in the newly renovated Rotermanni district houses gourmet food shops, a Scandinavian furniture store, and many international clothing brands.
Solaris, Estonia pst 9. B2.One of Tallinn’s newest shopping centres that houses a cinema, numerous restaurants, as well as a top-end supermarket.
Viru Keskus, Viru Väljak 4. B2.Twenty years ago the site of this shopping centre was nothing but a parking lot, right beside the Hotell Viru. In 2004, it turned into a modern shopping complex with over 100 stores.
■ A bit further outJärve Keskus, Pärnu mnt 238. Buses 5, 18, 32, 36, 57.
This shopping centre has quite a few furniture shops, as well as a store for everything you might need for your sauna.
Kristiine Keskus, Endla 45. Free bus from the port.
A modern mall just outside of the city centre.
Mustikas keskus, A.H.Tammsaare tee 116. Trolleys 1, 2 and 3.
A shopping centre in the west end of the city.
Rocca al Mare, Paldiski mnt 102. Free bus from the port.
This massive centre was completed
in 1998 and resembles a large mall in North America. It is over 54,000 square metres in size and houses 170 shops – everything from food to fashion, Marks & Spencer to a children’s play world.
Sikupilli Keskus, Tartu mnt 87. Busses 2, 15 and 54 (Sossimägi), Trams 2 and 4 (Lubja).
A small shopping centre located near the airport that houses fashion outlets, a few electronics shops, and restaurants.
Ülemiste, Suur-Sõjamäe 4. Buses 2, 7, 15, 65.
Located close to the airport, this two-level shopping centre is one of the biggest in Tallinn.
■ Near the port:Lootsi Keskus, Lootsi 8. A3This shopping centre houses a food store, large liquor store, and top brand clothing and shoes can be found as well.
Merekeskus, Mere pst 10. A3.The Merekeskus is the oldest shopping centre in the area. The two-level complex houses many clothing stores and souvenir shops.
Norde Centrum, Lootsi 7. A3.A medium sized shopping centre with a sports apparel shop, grocery store, and more.
SadaMarket, Kai 5. A2This has the appearance of a market, with many small stalls and shops.
■ Food MarketsBaltijaam (Train Station) – Kopli 1. A1.
Keskturg (Central Market) – Keldrimäe 9. C3.
Kalaturg (Fish Market) – Kalaranna 1. A2.
Lasnamäe Market – Punane 48a.
Mustamäe Market – E. Vilde tee 75a.
Nõmme Market – Turu plats 8. A2.
Sadama Turg – Sadama 25.
Location
Stock OptikaTartu mnt 18, Tallinn B3.
Tallinna OptikaTartu mnt 6, Tallinn B3.
Norman Optika
Rävala 6, Tallinn B3.
A bit of colour goes a long way with these large frames from Dior.Dior, €475, Norman Optika
Stand out from the
crowd –this French company specialises in frames for active people and off ers specifi c lenses for specifi c sports. Julbo, €235, Norman Optika
A classic cat-eye frame
never goes out of style.Nina Ricci, €210, Norman Optika
Bright colours spruce up classic frames this season. Calvin Klein, €115, Norman Optika
These chunky black men’s frames are sturdy, yet fun.Emporio Armani, €165, Stock Optika
You can’t go wrong with black and white.Emporio Armani, €180, Stock Optika
Make a bold statement, these frames refl ect colour all around.Carrera, €135, Tallinna Optika
These luxury men’s frames have timeless elegance. Chopard, €485, Tallinna Optika
The small mosaic pattern on the arms adds a bit of exotic colour to these classic frames.Dolce & Gabbana, €355, Tallinna Optika
Cartier never goes out of style. Cartier, €550, Tallinna Optika
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TEXT KRISTINA LUPP,
PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV, MARI PUKK,
HOTEL TELEGRAAF
Estonia is already known for its long history of spa culture. There are many day spas in Tallinn where you can pamper yourself from head to toe. Beauty salons also offer massages in addition to their long lists of services. This month, we decided to explore some of the massages on offer in town, and even asked locals where they like to go.
Located a short distance from Tallinn’s city centre, Thaiana Massage offers different Thai massages. Their masseurs come from Thailand and offer traditio-nal Thai massage, Thai oil mas-sage, Thai foot reflexology, and Thai aromatic oil massage. When we visited, we tried the Thai oil massage, and what a treat it was! It is one of the most popular types of massage in Europe now, and it’s clear why. The massage uses sensi-tive massage oil that does not con-tain any preservatives. The hour long massage (90 minutes avai-lable as well) is a deep, full body massage that starts at the feet and works its way up, finishing with a face massage. The result: you feel both energised and relaxed. After the massage, you are ser-ved tea in the waiting area, where you can relax for just a few more moments until heading back out into the world.
Central Ilusalong is a full service beauty salon offering eve-rything from hair dressing, to manicures and pedicures, and to,
of course, massage. The massage rooms and the salon are separa-ted, so you can ensure total peace and quiet. Central Ilusalong offers many different types of massage. Your massage therapist will ask you about any problem areas and tailor a massage to suit your needs. Choose between classic massage, aromatherapy massage, lava stone massage, and more. We opted for the classic massage on our visit. The one hour full-body massage was rela-xing and calming, and sore spots had been relieved.
The Elemis Spa at Hotel Tele-graaf is an oasis in the Old Town, and is open to non-hotel guests as well. Upon arrival you are assig-ned a locker so that you can chan-ge into a robe and slippers and let the relaxation begin. You will be asked to fill out a short question-naire, and your massage will be tailored to your needs. My massa-ge began with a skin brush, which helps boost circulation and a hot lime compress on my feet. Your
senses are immediately stimulated with the fresh lime scent. The oil that was used for the hour-long deep tissue massage had essen-tial oils from sea buckthorn, sea fennel, lemon, and juniper that was better absorbed into the skin with rhythmic massage techni-ques. This massage was intense and by the end of the hour, you are in a deep state of relaxation. To gently wake you up, the mas-sage therapist rings a small bell. After the massage, you can enjoy a glass of water for rehydration on a lounge chair by the pool. Use of spa facilities is included with pro-cedures. ■
Total Body RelaxationAfter seeing the sights, relax and unwind with a massage.
The full body classic massage at Central Ilusalong.
Thai oil massage is one of the most popular types of massage in Europe. The quiet oasis of the Elemis Spa swimming pool.
Location
Thaiana MassageKoidu 62, Tallinn.
Central IlusalongNarva mnt 7c, Tallinn(First floor of the Park Inn Central Hotel)
Elemis SpaVene 9, Tallinn Old Town(Inside the Hotel Telegraaf )
LUMEN DENTAL CLINIC
Viimsi SPA +372 60 11 812 [email protected] www.lumen.ee
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more than 20 years of solid experience in dentistry!
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Rataskaevu 2, Tallinn Tel. +372 641 6440Sizes 34-45 www.vivianvau.ee Mon-Fri 11-19 Sat 12-16
PEREOPTIKA Aia 2, Tallinn, WW Passaaz, tel +372 56820045
STOCKOPTIKA Tartu mnt 18, Tallinn (Opposite Stockmann) tel+372 56820044
+/-Optika Tartu mnt 11D, Tallinn (In the Sampo courtyard) tel+372 56820043
SEE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN EXCELLENT AND ORDINARY LENSES.
DRESS CLOTHES FOR ALL AGES AND SIZES ACROSS FROM STOCKMANN IN TALLINN
-20% -50% -70%
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■ Museums
Estonian Museum of Applied Art and Design (Eesti Tarbekunsti- ja Disainimuuseum)Lai 17, Tallinn Old Town, 1G. www.etdm.ee. We-Su 11 - 18
Estonian History Museum Great Guild Hall (Eesti Ajaloomuuseum) Pikk 17, Tallinn Old Town, G1www.ajaloomuuseum.ee 01.09 - 30.04 Th-Tu 10–18
Estonian History Museum Maarjamäe PalaceMaarjamäe Castle, Pirita tee 56, Tallinn, A5www.ajaloomuuseum.ee We-Su 10–17
Estonian Maritime Museum
(Eesti Meremuuseum) Pikk 70, Tallinn Old Town, D3www.meremuuseum.ee. 01.10-30.04 Tu-Su 10–18
Estonian Museum of Natural History (Eesti Loodusmuuseum)Lai 29a, Tallinn Old Town, F2www.loodusmuuseum.ee. We-Su 10–17
Estonian Open Air Museum (Eesti Vabaõhumuuseum)Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12, Tallinn. www.evm.ee23.04-28.09 Mo-Su 10-20, 29.09-22.04 Mo-Su 10-17
Estonian Theatre and Music Museum (Eesti Teatri- ja muusikamuuseum) Müürivahe 12, Tallinn Old Town, I2www.tmm.ee. We-Sa 10-18
Kiek in de Kök & Bastion PassagesKomandandi tee 2, Tallinn Old Town, J1www.linnamuuseum.ee/kok/1.03-31.10 Tu-Su 10.30-181.11-29.02 Tu-Su 10-17.30
Miia-Milla-Manda Museum (Muuseum Miia-Milla-Manda)L. Koidula 21C, Tallinn B4www.linnamuuseum.ee/miiamillamanda. Tu-Su 12-18
Dominican Monastery Museum (Dominikaanlaste Kloostri museum) Vene 16, Tallinn Old Town, G3www.kloostri.ee. 1.06-30.09 Mon-Sun 11-17 Winter by appointment only.
Museum of Estonian Architecture (Eesti Arhitektuurimuuseum.
Rotermanni soolaladu)Ahtri 2, Tallinn, A2. www.arhitektuurimuuseum.eeWe 12–18, Th 12-20, Fr-Su 11-18
Museum of Puppet Arts NUKU (Nukumuuseum NUKU)Lai 1, Tallinn Old Town, G1. www.nuku.ee. Tu-Su 10-19
Occupation Museum (Okupatsioonimuuseum)Toompea 8, Tallinn Old Town, B1www.okupatsioon.ee. Tu-Su 11 - 18
Photo Museum (Raevangla fotomuuse-um)Raekoja 4, Tallinn Old Town, H2. (Located behind Tallinn’s Old Town Square)www.linnamuuseum.ee/fotomuuseum1.03-31.10 Th-Tu 10.30-18, 1.11-29.02 Th-Tu 10-17.30
Tallinn City Museum (Tallinna Linnamuuseum)Vene 17, Tallinn Old Town, G3www.linnamuuseum.ee We – Mo 10.30–17.30
Viru Hotel and KGB Museum (Hotell Viru ja KGB muuseum)Viru väljak 4, Tallinn B2http://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/tallinn/basic-informati-on/hotel-viru-and-kgb-museum/Please contact the hotel to make a booking. Tours available in English, Finnish, and Russian.
■ Art Museums & Galleries
Adamson-Eric Museum (Adamson-Ericu muuseum)Lühike jalg 3, Tallinn Old Town, I1www.adamson-eric.ee We-Su 11–18
Kadrioru Art Museum (Kadrioru kunstimuuseum)Weizenbergi 37, Tallinn, A4. www.kadriorumuuseum.eeJan–Apr: We 10–20, Th–Su 10–17May–June : Th 10–17, We 10–20, Th–Su 10–17
Mikkeli Museum (Mikkeli muuseum)Weizenbergi 28, Tallinn, B4. www.mikkelimuuseum.eeJan–June: We 10–20, Th-Su 10–17July–Dec: Tu, Th-Su 10–17, We 10–20
Kumu Art Museum (Kumu kunstimuuseum)Weizenbergi 34/Valge 1, Tallinn, B5www.kumu.eeOct–Apr: We 11–20, Th–Su 11–18May–Sept: Tu 11–18, We 11–20, Th–Su 11–18
Niguliste Museum (Niguliste muuseum)Niguliste 3, Tallinn Old Town, I1www.nigulistemuuseum.ee. We-Su 10–17 Ticket office closes 16.30
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PHOTO MUSEUMCHILDREN’S MUSEUMHOUSE OF PETER IMUSEUM MIIA-MILLA-MANDA at 21cColourful theme museum for children
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Animal lovers, young and old, will enjoy a trip to Tallinn’s zoo. This 87-hecta-re animal king-dom is home to rhinos, vultures, camels, polar bears, pythons, lions, and more. One of the most interesting residents of the Tallinn Zoo are the rare Amur leopards.
Springtime is an exciting time to visit the zoo because this is when the baby animals are born. This April, the Amur leopard Daria gave birth to triplets. The Amur leo-pard is one of the most endangered species on the planet, with an estimated total wild population of less than 50.
The zoo is separated into different sec-tions, like the Tropical House. Here you can see crocodiles and chimpanzees. At the elephant house, you can see a pygmy hippo, different snakes and tortoises, as well as elephants, of course. The Tallinn Zoo has one of the world’s best collections of mountain goats and sheep.
Entrance to the zoo is free with the Tal-linn Card. Please enter from the main gate on Paldiski mnt. The Tallinn City Tour Blue Line bus also stops at the zoo. ■
Location
Paldiski mnt 145 / Ehitajate tee 150, Rocca al Mare, Tallinn
From the City Centre - trolley 6, bus 22 (Zoo stop)
From Baltijaam Central Train Station – trolley 7, bus 21 (Zoo stop)
MUSEUM OF OCCUPATIONSToompea 8, Tallinn
Open Tue-Sun 11.00 - 18.00Phone: +372 668 0250
Insight into the life in Estonia during three occupations (1940-1991)
Temporary exhibitions
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A day at the zooThe Tallinn Zoo has one of Northern Europe’s
best collections of animals.
The zoo makes for a great family outing.
The Grey seal
The African Elephant
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HobujaamaMere pst
LinnahallPõhja pst
Balti jaam
Telliskivi
Volta
Angerja
Sitsi
Maleva
Sirbi
Sepa
KOPLI
Vabaduse väljak
Paberi
Keskturg
Majaka
Sikupilli
Majaka põik Väike-
Paala
Pae
Autobussi-jaam
Estonia
Htl. Tallinn
A. Adam-soni
RistikuSõle
Lille
Ülase
MooniKoskla
Pirni
HumalaMustjõeLooga
Zoo
Haabersti
Sinilille
SinililleKarikakra
Nurmenuku
Kullerkupu
Koskla
Tihase
Tedre
Linnu tee
Siili
Lepistiku
VambolaLiivaku
Ehitajate tee
Mustamäe
Akadeemia tee
KajaSzolnok
A. H. Tammsaare tee
Sääse
Aiandi
Löwenruh
Marja
Välja
Koidu
Madala
Ehte
Lõime
Marati
Maleva
Nisu
Kolde puiestee
Ädala
Tõnis-mägi
Balti jaam
Htl. Tallinn
Männi
ÜLEMISTE
MUSTAMÄEKESKUSE
KADRIORG
VEERENNI
OLD TOWN
UUS-MAAILM
KRISTIINE
MUSTAMÄE
HAABERSTI
Port
Bus Station
KALAMAJAPÕHJA-TALLINN
JÄRVE
Takso-park
KAUBA-MAJA
Kelmiküla
Lubja
Ülemiste
Kopli
Tehnika
Takso-park
Tõnismägi
Koidu
KADRIORG
Keskuse
KeemiaRaja
Hipodroom
Hipo-droom
VÄIKE-ÕISMÄE
Mustamäe
Väike-Õismäe
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Tallinn’s public transport system consists of trams, buses, and trolleys. All three
use the same ticketing system. In 2013, a smartcard ticketing system was
introduced. If you plan on using public transport more than three times, this is
your best option. Smartcards can be purchased and topped up at R-Kiosks and
are transferrable. The Tallinn Card also allows you to use public transport for free.
Both cards must be validated by touching them to the orange card reader.
Detailed route plans are displayed at all the stops, or plan you journey ahead of
time on-line at: http://soiduplaan.tallinn.ee
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Trolley-buses13
7
456
Kaubamaja – MustamäeKaubamaja – MustamäeBalti jaam – KeskuseBalti jaam – Mustamäe Kaubamaja – Väike-ÕismäeBalti jaam – Väike- Õismäe
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Kadriorg – KopliÜlemiste– Kopli
Trams
Airport
ÕISMÄE
1
2
ROCCA AL MARE
port
KOPLI
KALAMAJA
PELGU-LINN
MERIMETSA
VEERENNI SIKUPILLI
KADRIORG
LASNAMÄE
PIRITA
Red Line - City Centre
Green Line - Pirita
Blue Line - Rocca al Mare
Tour routes last approximately
one hour. All services begin at
Viru Square.
Tickets 16€
www.citytour.ee
TALLINN CITY TOUR
Take a tour of Tallinn on the red double-decker bus.
Simultaneous translation in 10 different languages.
Hop On Hop Off - bus tickets valid for 24h
on three different lines.
OLD TOWN
■ Useful Phrasesplease ..................................................... palunthank you ............................................. aitäh, tänanexcuse me ............................................ vabandagehello........................................................ tere, tervistgood morning .................................... tere hommikustgood day............................................... tere päevastgood evening ..................................... tere õhtustgood night ........................................... head öödgoodbye ............................................... nägemist, head aegaall the best............................................ kõike head, kõike paremathave a good trip ................................. head reisibon appetite ....................................... jätku leiba, head isu cheers, to your health ...................... terviseks
How much does this cost? ............. kui palju see maksab?Do you have…? .................................. kas teil on? on teil?where is… ............................................ kus on…What is this?......................................... mis see on?What does this mean? ..................... mida see tähendab?How are you? (formal)...................... kuidas elate?How are you? (informal) .................. kuidas läheb?not bad .................................................. pole viga!nice to see you/to meet you .......... rõõm teid näha, meeldiv kohtudait was nice meeting you .................. oli meeldiv tutvudaWhat time is it? ................................... palju kell on?I do not speak Estonian, Russian .. mina ei oska eesti (vene) keeltDo you speak English? ..................... kas te räägite inglise keelt?/Swedish/Finnish/German? ........... /rootsi/soome/saksa keelt?
Accepted in nearly 100 locations, the
Tallinn Card gives you free entrance
and discounts.
Tallinn Card is available at: Tallinn
Tourist Information Kiosks, Kullassepa 4/
Niguliste 2, from A and D terminals at the
Port of Tallinn, as well as in many Tallinn
hotels. www.tallinncard.ee.
From the driver■ single ticket €1.60
■ student ticket €0.80
Try to have exact change for the driver. Cards are not accepted. The ticket is valid for one journey only on that specific vehicle. Discounts are only available to ISIC cardholders.
E-tickets■ 1 hour ticket €1.10
■ 1 day (24h) €3
■ 3 days (72h) €5
■ 5 days (120h) €6
■ 30 days €23
Where to buy ■ from the driver
■ from kiosks
■ from post offi ces
■ online www.pilet.ee(Top up your smartcard with MasterCard or Visa)
The Smartcard or Ühiskaart can be
topped up with money or e-tickets
and can be purchased from any of
the sales points listed at www.pilet.
ee. A €2 deposit is needed to pur-
chase the Smartcard.
If you are using pay-as-you-go
credit, your Smartcard automatically
calculates the cheapest fare for you
within a 24-hour time period. You
must validate your card at the begin-
ning of each journey.
Ticket Information
6-118-00011-800 (+€0.74 / min)
www.pilet.ee, [email protected]
Free ■ preschool children
■ adult travelling with children 3 years and under
■ holders of a validated Tallinn Card
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www.visitestonia.com
Photo: Margus Johanson
No international driver’s licence is required to drive in Esto-
nia, but the following rules apply to all drivers:
■ Blood alcohol level must be zero.
■ Estonia has no motorways per say. Please mind intersec-
tions and cyclists.
■ The speed limit is most often 50km/h in towns, but can
vary between 30-70km/h depending on the area. Speed
limits will be posted. Outside of cities and towns the
speed limit is 90km/h and 110km/h on dual carriage-
ways.
■ All cars must carry a warning triangle, wheel chocks, a first
aid kit, and fire extinguisher. Drivers must wear fluorescent
vests when stopped at night.
■ In case of collision, please call the police. Insurance docu-
ments and driver information should be exchanged.
■ Please pay parking and speed fines to avoid penalty.
Driving in Estonia
■ Getting to and
from Tallinn
■ By bus:Tallinn Central Bus Station
(Tallinna Autobussijaam)
Lastekodu 46, Tallinn
www.tpilet.ee, www.peatus.ee
Ecolines – www.ecolines.ee
Hansabuss Business Line –
www.businessline.ee
Lux Express –
www.luxexpress.eu
Temptrans –
www.temptrans.ee
From the bus station to the city:
■ tram no. 2
■ bus no. 17, no. 23
■ By sea:TO/FROM HELSINKI
Eckerö Line - www.eckeroline.ee
Tallink - www.tallinksilja.com
Viking Line - www.vikingline.ee
Linda Line Express -
www.lindaline.ee
TO/FROM STOCKHOLMTallink - www.tallinksilja.com
TO/FROM ST. PETERSBURGSt. Peter Line -
www.stpeterline.com
From the Port of Tallinn to the
city/airport: bus no. 2
■ By train:Train Station (Baltijaam)
Toompuistee 37, Tallinn
www.edel.ee
www.gorail.ee
From the train station to the city:
tram no. 1, no. 2, or ten minutes
on foot to the
Old Town
■ Bt air:Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport
(Lennujaam)
Tartu mnt 101, Tallinn
www.tallinn-airport.ee/eng
From the airport to the city: bus
no. 2, no. 90K
FAST CLASS By Copterline –
www.copterline.ee
Travel between Tallinn and
Helsinki city centres by heli-
copter.
■ Bt i
You don’t need to hire a car to get around the city of Tallinn,
but a car is a great way to see the countryside and explore
small towns. If you are arriving by plane, your most conven-
ient option is to use one of the many rental companies at the
Tallinn Airport:
■ Budget – www.budget.ee
■ Europcar – www.europcar.ee
■ Hertz – www.hertz.ee
■ National – www.europcar.ee
■ Sixt Rent A Car – www.sixt.com
There are many other companies to use in Tallinn, some which
have a car drop-off and pick-up option to your hotel or holi-
day apartment. For more information on driving in Estonia
visit www.mnt.ee.
■ Easy Car Rent – www.easycarrent.ee
■ Hansarent – www.hansarent.ee
■ Sir Autorent – www.sirrent.ee
■ Yes Rent – www.yesrent.ee
Car Hire
■ Taxis
Tallinn’s taxi rates can vary
drastically, so to avoid being
ripped off remember to
check the rates displayed on
the window before getting
in. For a full listing of taxi rates
visit: www.taksod.ee
The Tallinn Airport has an
agreement with the following
taxi companies: Tallinna Takso,
Tulika Takso, and Tallink Takso.
A journey from the airport to
the city centre should cost
between 7-10€, or slightly
more in heavy traffic.
■ Emergency
Phone
Numbers:
POLICE 110EMERGENCY 112
AUTOMOBILE 1888 (24 h)
■ Free WiFiY e s ,
t h a t ’s
r i g h t ,
the rumours are true! Al-
most everywhere you go
in Estonia, you will fi nd
free WiFi access for your
mobile devices. Look for
the orange and black
WiFi sign, or visit www.
wifi .ee for a listing of all
Internet hotspots.
Parking in Tallinn can be confusing.
There are public paid areas as well
as private parking lots. The first 15
minutes of parking is free , if the
driver is using a parking clock or
written notice stating the start time
– placed visibly on the windscreen
of the vehicle. This does not apply to
privately owned off-street car parks.
CITY CENTRE / KESKLINN:0,26 / 15 minutes
Paid parking:
Mon - Fri 07:00 to 19:00; Sat 08:00 to 15:00
Parking is Free on Sundays and on public holidays
DOWNTOWN / SÜDALINN:0,58 / 15 minutes
Paid parking: Mon - Fri 07:00 to 19:00; Sat 08:00 to 15:00
Parking is Free on Sundays and on public holidays
OLD TOWN / VANALINN:1,15 / 15 minutes
Paid parking around the clock
Parking for motorcycles (two-wheeled vehicles) is free of
charge in the public paid-parking areas of Tallinn.
For more information: http://www.tallinn.ee/eng/Parking-
in-Tallinn
Parking
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■ Phone callsThere are no
city codes
in Estonia.
Local calls
can be made simply by
entering the number as
is. Mobile phone num-
bers start with 5. Estonia’s
country code is +372.
Dail 00, then the coun-
try code, and then the
phone number to make
a call overseas.
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MAD MURPHY ’SOpened Monday-Th ursday 10:00 - 02:00, Friday -Saturday 10:00 - 04:00, Sunday 11:00- 02:00
irish pub & grill
Mündi 2, TallinnaPhone: +372 6 011 [email protected]
Largest whisky selection in Estonia
Live music & karaoke
Located in the old town, overlooking the Raekoja plats (Town Hall Square)
Book a table:
+372 581 50020
Brasserie & Restoran TeletornKloostrimetsa tee 58a, TallinnTel +372 5815 0020E-mail: [email protected]
/RestoranTeletornwww.teletorn.ee/restoran
BRASSERIE & RESTORAN TELETORN at 175 metres high, is northern Europe’s highest restaurant! It offers magnifi cent views as far as Helsinki.
Open daily:10–23
Book your visit online:pilet.teletorn.ee
How to get here
By bus: 34a, 38 Viru Keskus – Teletorn
City Sightseeing Tallinn, green line
Mere pst – TeletornTakso24
+372 640 8927
SUMMER CAFÉ
Modern German restaurant
Baieri kelder was founded in 1997 in the city centre of Tallinn.We offer new tasty dishes made according to Modern German recipes.
Only at Baieri Kelder – Enjoy local Estonian beer and Paulaner unfi ltered beer from Munich in the bottle and on tap.
Our pork hocks are the most popular
in Estonia!
Open Mon-Sat 12.00-23.00; Su 14.00-23.00www.baierikelder.eeRoosikrantsi 2a, Tallinn • Phone +372 640 0040
