Here are listed suggested places and events in Tartu during tournament. You can find more on Visit Tartu website. www.visittartu.com
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Official Arrival & Welcome Party at Tähtvere Tennis Centre
Time: 23.08.2019 at 19.00 – 23.00
Part of full package (separate price 30.-)
Tartu was the birthplace of the Estonian beer industry and it has been a beer city for almost a thousand years. The Beer Museum opened on 1 July 2003 in order to preserve the history of industrial beer brewing. It is located in the malt tower built on the A. Le Coq site in 1898. It exhibits more than 2000 items. The exposition tells the story of beer brewing around the world and in Estonia, from the beer culture of ancient Egypt to the present day. The museum’s collection includes equipment used for making beer at home as well as old industrial brewing equipment. Of course, there are also bottle caps, bottles, mugs and barrels. The items in the museum introduce the beer-drinking traditions of students and include the brewery’s own money and medals from global exhibitions.
Time: 27.08.2019 at 15.00
Brick arches of more than 300 years of age (height 10,2m) In addition to its unique menu the Gunpowder Cellar guarantees its visitors a memorable experience. Exciting interior design will take you back in time, away from your daily routine. Come and see for yourself!
The Gunpowder Cellar’s history reaches back more than 300 years. Here you can taste patented beer and soups that cannot be found anywhere else.
The Gunpowder Cellar’s menu is as unique as the place itself. The dishes have a long history and prove a tasty treat.
One can never get bored in the Gunpowder Cellar as our entertainment programme with live music will keep you happy on six days a week.
Time: 27.08.2019 at 19.00
First beer and steak is included in Full package
Excursion by bus to South-Estonia
Time: 28.08.2019 from 10.00 – 17.00
https://www.visitestonia.com/en/where-to-go/south-estonia
Tartu Mayor’s reception
29.08.2019 at 18.00
Gala Dinner & Award Night
30.08.2019 at 19.00
Exciting and romantic nocturnal canoe trip on Emajõgi. Canoeing at night is totally one of a kind experience – the colours of sunset, flickering light of torches, sounds of nature, light mist on the water, the citylights mirroring from the dark waters – it all adds up to a very mystical feeling.
We will canoe under the guidance of an experienced guide and as a single group up the river to Kvissentali, where turn around, and head back to Tartu, enjoying the beautiful nature of outskirts. Every canoe has a lighted torch installed to the prow for the light as well as for the mood.
You don’t need to have any special skills or previous canoe-experience to take part of our trip. It’s a romantic adventure to take your special one. The waters of Emajõgi are rather calm and slow. There’s no rapids or any other obstacles on our way.
The whole experience lasts about 2 hours.
Activity will take place, if minimum number (10) of required participants are registered. Max. 30 person.
It’s not included in full package. Price for activity is 20.-/person.
Start at 20.00
Homepage: http://joematkad.ee/en/torvikumatk/
The Jõmmu barge is a timber vessel for transporting goods, the likes of which sailed on Estonian waterways from Hanseatic times until the mid-20th century. Jõmmu sails on River Emajõgi, Lake Peipus, and Lake Võrtsjärv from the start of April to the end of November. Trips on the barge can be booked for groups for a range of events, including seminars. Jõmmu departs for smaller groups as often as possible, and its schedule can be found on the homepage. Coffee and tea is offered, you can use a projector, order catering, a history or nature guide, an accordionist, or carry out different workshops.
Activity will take place, if minimum number (20) of required participants are registered. Max 36 person.
It’s not included in full package. Price for activity is 25.-/person.
Time: 26.08.2019 from 18 – 20
Homepage: https://lodi.ee/en
Visiting Estonian Genome Centre at 27.08.2019 17.00 – 18.15
Estonian Biobank is a population-based biobank of the Estonian Genome Center at the University of Tartu (EGCUT).
Estonian National Museum (Eesti Rahva Muuseum) as a museum of Estonian people helps interpret being Estonian, carry the basic values of the nation, and guard its continuity. For visitors opens, both a material and virtual world, that invites visitors to discover, realize, and become part of it. The museum has two permanent exhibitions. “Encounters” is an exhibition about ordinary Estonian folk who have lived in this country through the ages. “The echoes of Ural” presents the traditional everyday culture of Finno-Ugric and Samoyedic people. In addition to exhibitions, the premises include a cinema and a conference hall, a black box theatre, a café, a restaurant, and museum shop.
Address: Muuseumi tee 2, Tartu
https://www.erm.ee/en
Science Centre AHHAA is a science theme park for families.
We are is the biggest science centre in Estonia and the Baltic states, located in Tartu.
The main purpose of AHHAA is promoting science, technology and the scientific approach to solve common disadvantages.
AHHAA is open 363 days a year, which means you’re always welcome to visit us!
Address: Sadama 1, Tartu
http://www.ahhaa.ee
Tartu Toy Museum, situated in the Old Town of Tartu, takes adults back to the brighter days of their childhood and offers children plenty of interesting things to see and do.
The permanent exhibition displays toys that Estonian children have played with throughout the years. Artist-made dolls, souvenir dolls of different nations, and Finno-Ugric traditional toys are also exhibited.
Playrooms and workshops are also open. You can see puppets from Estonian puppet films and temporary exhibitions in the outbuilding.
The museum also has a theatre building named ’Teatri kodu’ (The Home of Theatre) with a theatre hall, a museum of puppets, and a children’s studio.
Address: Lutsu 8, Tartu
http://www.mm.ee/en
This year marks the centenary of Estonia’s national university. To celebrate this, the University of Tartu Art Museum hosts an exhibition that focuses on one of the symbols of the university and education in Estonia—the University of Tartu main building.
Of all the buildings in Tartu, the University’s main building is certainly one that is most frequently depicted in art. It can be seen in city views, genre paintings as well as a national symbol on other works of art. The art museum, located right in the heart of the main building, is the most appropriate site to demonstrate how this building has been depicted in various times.
The exhibition will showcase paintings, etchings and drawings dating from the early 19th century to modern times, thereby providing a unique overview of Baltic German and Estonian art with a focus on a single building. Not a single time period has been left out when making the selection, and works in various styles have been placed side by side. This way, the story of the University’s main building also reflects Estonia’s culture and history.
The works of art on display originate from the Estonian History Museum, Art Museum of Estonia, Estonian National Museum, the National Archive, Tartu Art Museum, Tartu City Museum, the University of Tartu Museum, the University of Tartu Library and private collections.
Read more: http://kunstimuuseum.ut.ee/en
Tartu Cathedral is one of the biggest churches in Estonia and the only medieval church with two towers in the country. Its construction is thought to have commenced in the 13th century and continued until the early 16th century. The final parts completed were its towers.
The church was destroyed during the Livonian War and has not functioned as a place of worship since. The towers were opened to the visitors in spring 2005.
In addition to a lovely view on Tartu and its surrounding area from the two viewing platforms of the cathedral, the visitors of the towers can take a closer look at one of the most remarkable Gothic brick constructions in Old Livonia.
A magical castle on the eastern border of Estonia is waiting for you! Here, you can get acquainted with the life and history of an aristocratic family and meet the various servants who worked in the manor a century ago. The tour guides of the castle know countless stories; you can also make your own souvenirs. In order to see the entire exposition spanning three floors, you should set aside at least one and a half hours.
Alatskivi Castle and the Onion Road represent one of the areas of Southern Estonia worth discovering in the 21st century that you should try viewing through the bright yellow National Geographic windows erected under the Living on the Edge project.
Homepage: http://www.alatskiviloss.ee/en
Aviation Museum is characterized by its expressive subdivisions. The largest and most important is the outside exposition – aviation technique department, which includes 26 aircrafts and 4 helicopters. Here are the fighters Saab JA 37 Viggen, Mirage IIIRS, MiG-21bis, MiG-23 MLD, MiG-25, F-104 Starfighter, Saab 35 Draken, a bomber Su-24, attack-fighters JAK-28PP, Su-22M4, Saab J32E Lansen, F-4 Phantom II, Harrier GR3, training aircrafts TS-11 Iskra, L-29 Delfin, Aero L-39 Albatross, Hawk HW-326, A-22, passenger aircrafts An-2, JAK-40, Tu-134A, L-410 and helicopters Mil Mi-2RL, Mil Mi-8, S-300, Ka-26.
In the inside exposition aviation technique and launchers kit collection on the 450 m2 exhibition space there are over 400 high-quality models of the aircrafts essential from the point of view of the aviation history. In the naval aviation department one can see the models of aircraft carriers, amphibious assault ships and naval aviation aircrafts, the engines department shows various aircraft engines. In the outside air defense department there are anti-aircraft guns and the representatives of all surface-to-air missiles that were located on the Estonian territory during the Soviet occupation.
For visitors sportive and ohter pleasure there are such attractions in the museum as trampolines, 20m-high-jump catapult, simulators of American mountains, piloting and parachute jumping.
Activity will take place, if minimum number (20) of required participants are registered.
It’s not included in full package. Price for activity is 12.-/person.
Homepage: https://www.lennundusmuuseum.ee
There is no question that the main building of the University of Tartu is one of the gems of the city. It was built between 1804 and 1809 according to the design by the architect Johann Wilhelm Krause. The opening ceremony of the building was held on 3 July 1809. All important events in the life of the university have been celebrated in its main hall since then. The good acoustics of the hall have made it a popular venue for concerts and conferences. You can visit the main hall and the former lock-up room on the attic floor of the building, both of which are considered pearls of classicistic architecture in Estonia, through the History Museum of the University of Tartu.
Address: Ülikooli 18, Tartu
https://www.ut.ee/en
Tagurpidi Maja (upside-down house) is a dizzying adventure for both the young and the old. We literally turned the house upside down.
The upper floor is the lower floor and the lower floor is the upper floor. Sofas, cupboards, and everything else, which are located on the floor in ordinary residential houses, are located on the ceiling in Tagurpidi Maja. Even the cat!
Well, they are actually on the floor, but as the floor is the ceiling and the ceiling is the floor, it is just that you are upside down.
If this left you confused, come and see Tagurpidi Maja on your own, and you will find that everything that you just read is actually true.
Address: Roosi 86, Tartu
http://www.tagurpidimaja.ee/en
Address: Lai 38, Tartu
https://www.botaanikaaed.ut.ee/en
Toomemägi was a gift from Emperor Paul I to the University of Tartu – having previously been used by townsfolk to graze cattle. For hundreds of years, it had been the central point of the local population, later becoming the site of an episcopal castle – the heart of medieval Tartu.
In the early decades of the 19th century, it was turned into a public park on the initiative of the university’s plantation committee, with alleys of trees, paved roads and bridged gulleys. Along with the library, anatomical theatre, observatory and clinic it formed the intellectual focal point of Tartu.
Address: Toomemägi
https://visittartu.com
Address: Riia 2, Tartu
https://vspa.ee/en
Aura Centre offers the best athletic entertainment for visitors of any age. Our pool, water park, and health club are perfect for the entire family to enjoy themselves, relax, and exercise. The stars of the water park are the 55- and 38-metre slides.
The health club offers relaxation in a pleasant environment. We have 9 different saunas, as well as a hot tub and a 40°C Japanese bath.
The water centre provides various activities and is the best place for a birthday party or some other event.
Aura Centre is waiting for you to come and enjoy yourself!
Address: Turu 10, Tartu
https://www.aurakeskus.ee/en/
The largest indoor adventure park is waiting for you above the ice rink of the biggest shopping centre in Southern Estonia.
We welcome both first-time climbers as well as all other adventurers. You will be faced with three tracks of varying degrees of difficulty consisting of over 30 elements, all ending with a zipline ride across the ice rink.
We also have the pride and joy of the virtual world – 9D cinema capsule – which enables you to experience adventures that would not be possible in real life. We have movies suitable for children and adults.
Address: Ringtee 75, Tartu
http://www.tartuseikluspark.ee/lounakeskus/en/
The Jõmmu barge is a timber vessel for transporting goods, the likes of which sailed on Estonian waterways from Hanseatic times until the mid-20th century. Jõmmu sails on River Emajõgi, Lake Peipus, and Lake Võrtsjärv from the start of April to the end of November. Trips on the barge can be booked for groups for a range of events, including seminars. Jõmmu departs for smaller groups as often as possible, and its schedule can be found on the homepage. Coffee and tea is offered, you can use a projector, order catering, a history or nature guide, an accordionist, or carry out different workshops.
Homepage: https://lodi.ee/en
You can play discgolf in Tartu
Exciting and romantic nocturnal canoe trip on Emajõgi. Canoeing at night is totally one of a kind experience – the colours of sunset, flickering light of torches, sounds of nature, light mist on the water, the citylights mirroring from the dark waters – it all adds up to a very mystical feeling.
We will canoe under the guidance of an experienced guide and as a single group up the river to Kvissentali, where turn around, and head back to Tartu, enjoying the beautiful nature of outskirts. Every canoe has a lighted torch installed to the prow for the light as well as for the mood.
You don’t need to have any special skills or previous canoe-experience to take part of our trip. It’s a romantic adventure to take your special one. The waters of Emajõgi are rather calm and slow. There’s no rapids or any other obstacles on our way.
The whole experience lasts about 2 hours.
Activity will take place, if minimum number (10) of required participants are registered. Max. 30 person.
It’s not included in full package. Price for activity is 20.-/person.
Start at 20.00
Homepage: http://joematkad.ee/en/torvikumatk/
Lõunakeskus is the biggest shopping centre in South Estonia.
Lõunakeskus is a valued recreational destination for the whole family. It hosts a year-round ice rink and ice arena, Apollo cinema with 6 halls, hotel Sophia, sports club, adventure park and other fun activities.
Lõunakeskus also has a wide selection of cozy restaurants so that no one has to go home hungry. All restaurants provide free WiFi.
Address: Ringtee 75, Tartu
https://en.astri.ee/lounakeskus/
Kvartal Business and Leisure Centre at the city centre of Tartu offers the citizens and visitors of Tartu many shopping opportunities and a chance to spend time at its cosy cafés. Since the autumn of 2016, V Spa Hotel, which houses Estonia’s most enjoyable water park and sauna centre, is also open in Kvartal, along with a welfare world, a luxurious hotel, and a conference center.
The slogan of Kvartal, ‘At the Heart of Tartu’, confirms that this is a business quarter that loves Tartu with all its heart and breaths in the same rhythm with the events that take place in the city.
Address: Riia 2, Tartu
https://www.kvartal.com.ee/
Address: Küüni 4, Tartu
https://kalev.eu/en/
Vein ja Vine is a cosy wine bar that offers quality wines at affordable prices with a great ambience and friendly service. We offer wine courses to those who already know a little about wine and those who know slightly less! We can draw up a course plan according to your wishes and make it an enjoyable experience with some great wines. You can also rent our premises for various events, such as private parties or meetings.
Address: Rüütli 8, Tartu
http://www.veinjavine.ee/
Welcome to restaurant Vilde & Vine! The restaurant is located in an old brick printing house and combines the finest things in life. Here, art, wine, delicious meals, and good company come together! We have a wide selection of light meals and delicious main courses, as well as daily selections of tapas. Vilde & Vine also organises wine tastings and blind dinners.
Address: Vallikraavi 4, Tartu
http://vilde.ee/gb/
Unique beer restaurant right in the middle of Tartu
Brick arches of more than 300 years of age (height 10,2m)
In addition to its unique menu the Gunpowder Cellar guarantees its visitors a memorable experience.
Exciting interior design will take you back in time, away from your daily routine. Come and see for yourself!
NB! Use the code “Rotary” and get 10% discount from whole menu!!!
Address: Lossi 28, Tartu
http://www.pyss.ee
City Festival UIT is an international interdisciplinary festival taking place in Tartu, which aims to encourage communication between the residents and the living environment, offering alternative perspectives, and creating site-specific art.
The site-specific works of both Estonian and foreign artists are represented: performances, installations, concerts, city tours and games, as well as events for children.
The events should appeal to both young and old citizens of Tartu, both culture-enthusiasts and those who are not that familiar with the world of culture. More specific events, meant for those who are very interested in the topic, will also take place in addition to the events carried out in public spaces.
Read more: http://www.uit.ee/
Festival in Aparaaditehas (The Widget Factory) in Tartu unites the best parts of the cultural factory.
The open day offers the opportunity to get a sneak peek of the kitchen side of the factor and be a part of a concert and nightclub programme on two evenings; additionally, street food companies will provide catering, attendees will discuss the future of the Kastani-Vaksali districts, Müürilille flea market will take place, and lots more.
Address: Kastani 42, Tartu
Read more: http://www.aparaaditehas.ee/en
In the Seto region, the summer catch and crops – fish and vegetables – are ready to be sold.
Onion and garlic take centre stage. Visitors can buy handicrafts and take part in food and photo competitions. Children can find out how men carve wood and what it’s like being a blacksmith’s apprentice.
Read more: https://visitsetomaa.ee/en
The second Peipsi Food Street 175 km will take place from 24 to 25 August from Vasknarva to Saabolda. Pop-up restaurants will be opened on a road that is 175 km long in total.
The restaurants offer dishes and drinks made only from the fresh local raw ingredients. The festival features local restaurants as well as pop-up restaurants from all over Estonia.
Peipsi food comes from the local lakes, forests, fields, bogs, and marshes. It is diverse and full of different cultures, traditional but also new. The main value is the people who bring the food to the table.
Tartu Rulluisumaraton (or Tartu Inline Skating Marathon) is the biggest inline skating marathon in the Baltic States and in Scandinavia.
Nearly 1500 people participate every year in the Tartu Rulluisumaraton’s events, where amateurs can compete along some of the best inline skaters in Eastern Europe.
Read more: https://www.tartumaraton.ee/en/events/rulluisumaraton/13/marathon/
