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Vegetarian Restaurants in Tallinn
Shopping Spotlight: Stockmann
43rd Tartu Marathon
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Visit Otepää – Skiing, snowtubing, spa and sauna!
Winter in Estonia
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The TV Tower is located 10 min. from the city centre and 4 min. from the Pirita Marina. Kloostrimetsa tee 58A, Tallinn
How to get here: You can take buses 34A, 38, and 49 (stop "Teletorn"), or the City Tour bus. Our premises are handicap accessible.
Parking: The TV Tower parking lot has 5 places for tourist buses and 60 places for cars.
Reservations: +372 58150020. E-mail: [email protected], www.teletorn.eeOpen daily 11-23
RESTAURANT WITH A VIEW
WELCOME TO THE ESTONIAN OPEN
AIR MUSEUM!
An Estonian village in the capital of Estonia
Open daily at 10-17Buses: 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.
Candlemas Day on February 2
Estonian Independence Day on February 24
Shrove Tuesday Celebrations on March 2 & 4
horse and sledge rides, bread making, calligraphy days and much more!
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3 editorial 5-6 sightseeing
8-9 restaurants
shopping
restaurants
Your Comments■ We always appreciate your feedback. Tell us your thoughts on our content, layout, things you think we should add -- good or bad. Write to: [email protected]. or send a letter to: THE BALTIC GUIDE Põhja pst. 25, 10415, Tallinn.
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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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February Highlights01 PEA SOUP AND LONG SLOPESShrove Tuesday (Vastlapäev) is traditionally celebrated on the slopes in Estonia, often with the entire family. The sledding hills of the Song Festival Grounds and Nõmme are filled with people. Culinary delights include Lenten buns and pea soup.
02 WINTER JAZZListen to some great jazz this winter when the Winter Jazz Festival (Talve Jazz) brings talented international artists to Tallinn from 18 January to 23 March. This year’s headliner is the Vincent Courtois Trio.
03 WHO WILL SING IN COPENHAGEN? Estonia will choose their Eurovision contestant at the Eesti Laul 2014 finals, which will take place at the Nokia Concert Hall on 1 March. Ten artists will take to the stage and the jury as well as the audience will choose their favourite.
04 ICY ACTIVITIESThe winter swimming festival, Pirita Open will take for the fifth year in a row on 22 February. Challenges include 25 and 50 metre lengths, as well as a 450-metre endurance swim.
05 SIMPLE SESSION 2014Extreme sports enthusiasts will meet from 22-23 February at the Saku Suurhall to watch top international indoor skaters and BMX cyclists compete. After the competi-tion, on 24 February, visitors can try the skate park for themselves.
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History Lesson
The Baltic prov-inces became part of the Russian
Empire in the 1790s after Russia defeated Sweden in the Great Northern War. Starting in the 1820s, serfdom was systematically abolished throughout the empire, replaced instead by a system of rental contracts and more forced unpaid labour, resulting in greater instability and hardship among the peasantry. Due to rising literacy (it was almost 100%)and the emergence of a national-minded educated elite, 1860 marked the start of the Estonian “national awakening”. The national awakening included the start of the Estonian Alexander School, the Society of Estonian Literati and all-Estonian song festivals, a tradition continued to this day.
World War I and the 1917 Russian Revolution pro-vided a new window of political opportunity: Estonia declared independence on February 24th, 1918, only to be invaded by the German Army the next day. The subsequent War of Independence lasted two years, ending in 1920 with the signing of a peace treaty with Soviet Russia. The Estonian republic lasted until 1939. Estonia’s independence from 1920 to 1939 saw
the flourishing of modern Estonian culture; for the first time, education in Estonian would be offered to all citizens. Estonia’s independence was short-lived, however; the German-Soviet Non-Aggression Pact between Stalin and Hitler was to divide Eastern Europe in 1939. The Soviets invaded Estonia on June 16th, 1940 and on June 17th, 1940, the Estonian government fell to avoid further casualties. Estonia regained its independence on August 21, 1991 when the Soviet Union fell.
The 24th of February marks Estonian Independence Day, marking 96 years since the Estonian Declaration of Independence. The occasion is marked annually with the presidential reception and a concert, held in different cities each year. The president gives a speech, which is broadcast live on television, and viewers also enjoy the ironically named “Penguin Parade,” of the who’s who of Estonia arriving at the reception.
Happy Independence Day!
Kristina Lupp
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T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ F E B R U A R Y 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
Must-see sights of the Old Town
Photo: Anneli Tandorf
Katariina käik
Raeapteek
Toompea Castle
Kiek in de Kök and the Bastion Tunnels
Paks Margareeta
KGB Museum
St Olaf’s Church (Oleviste kirik)
Photo: Lembit Michelson
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-
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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.
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Outside of the Old Town
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 divided 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 damage. 1400 people are killed.
1944–1991 Tallinn becomes a Soviet capital
and hosts the sailing competitions 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
With the days getting shorter,
and a little cooler, it’s safe to say you won’t be headed to the beach for sunbathing. If you’re look-ing for a bit of history and some beautiful natural scenery, then this is the day trip for you.
Prior to 1994, Paldiski was a Soviet military base and home to 16,000 military personnel. After 1994, and after the mil-itary base closed, the popula-tion reduced quickly to about 4,300, its population today. The town has been in a state of decay, but slowly seems to be turning around with new investments and development, in particular near the port.
Just outside of Paldiski is the Pakri peninsula. The peninsula itself is stunning, with tall lime-stone cliffs, and is home to the rare black guillemots, which look like small penguins. The Soviet ruins (abandoned bunkers and military debris) that are scattered along the peninsula are being torn down to clean up the area.
Other attractions include the red lighthouse, a tsarist era train station, and the Pakri wind farm. ■
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.
Location
Paldiski is located about 50km west of Tallinn. It’s easy to get there by bus or train. Trains leave from Balti jaam train station and take just over an hour to get there. For train timetables visit: www.edel.ee
Tallinn – Paldiski
Day TripTALLINN
Paldiski
KeilaSaue
Maardu
Kalamaja & Kopli
Seaplane Harbour (Lennusadam)
Patarei Prison (Patarei Vangla)
Kadriorg
Pirita
Estonian Open Museum(Eesti Vabaõhumuuseum)
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Children’s Menu Available
New German Schnitzel Restaurant in Tallinn’s Old Town.
Free shot of liqueur
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Restaurant/PubFörsta stället i Tallinn när man kommer sjövägen och sista när man beger sig till havs!
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Sadama 8/Kai 5 (opposite the Sadamaturg), Tallinn, tel. +372 661 4605, [email protected], www.seitsemerd.ee
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Large pizza 5.90
Family size pizza 11.90
Salad 3.50
Pasta 4.90
Coffee 1.20
Soft drinks 1.30
Beer 2.50
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■ Asian Fusion in Town Hall SquareEuropean cuisine meets Asian cuisine in this recent addition to Tallinn’s Town Hall Square. The menu offers a surprising number of fish dishes, as well as both appetisers and main courses. This all comes with the usual higher Old Town restaurant prices, but we will let you be the judge.D.O.M Restaurant, Kinga 1, Tallinn Old Town H1.
■ Big BurgersWhat started as an Italian restaurant with a focus on pizza has now turned into a tasty burger joint. Burgers come in all shapes and sizes, from ‘Skinny’ to ‘The Governator’; there is also a pulled pork sandwich and chicken burger too. Diners choose their own sides (fries, chilli fries, onion rings, salad, or cole-slaw), as well dipping sauces.R-18 Väike Resto, Raekoja Plats 18, Tallinn Old Town H2.
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Tallinn’s love of Italian food has grown so much, that Vapiano has two locations in the city centre. For those that have never been to this European chain restaurant, here is a brief rundown of how it works.
Upon entering, the hostess will provide you with a custom-er card, onto which all purchases are recorded. After your visit, the total on the card is tallied, then the invoice is paid. The restau-rant is divided into different sta-tions: pizza, pasta, appetisers and salads, and dessert. The dessert station is also the bar, where you can order drinks, alcoholic and non, as well as hot beverages like coffee and tea.
It is important to know what you want by the time you make it to the counter. The restaurant
can get very busy, especially at lunch. The food is prepared quick-ly, and the talented cooks often make multiple dishes as once. The menu remains the same, offer-ing Italian favourites like pasta carbonara and pizza capriciosa, but check for seasonal monthly specials at each of the stations for something a little different.
Everything is made fresh in house, including the pizza and pasta dough. All of the dishes can be tailored to suit your tastes. If you don’t like garlic, it can be left out. Some of the dishes with meat can be made vegetarian, and in some cases, even vegan.
Take away is also available, or you can bring fresh pasta home with you to try your own Italian creations. ■
Fresh pasta and pizza made right before your eyes.
Fast Food, Italian Style
Location
Vapiano 1, Foorum Shopping Centre, Hobujaama 10. Tallinn B2.
Vapiano 2, Solaris Shopping Centre, Estonia pst. 9. Tallinn B2.
Pizza and pasta made while you wait!
Mild and spicy sauces at Chakra.The menu changes frequently at NOP.
Where to eat vegetaria
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Despite popular belief, restau-
rants in Estonia’s capital do not serve only pork-based dishes. With the help of some vegetar-ians and vegans living in Tallinn, I went on a search for the best veg-gie eats in the city.
■ VON KRAHLI AEDAed is one of the top choices for vegetarian and vegan cuisine in Tallinn, and here is why: every-thing is clearly labelled on the menu with G – gluten free; L – lactose free; E – Without egg.
The menu changes seasonally and there is a section of menu dedi-cated entirely to vegetarian food.
■ CHAKRAIndian food is also a go-to choice for vegetarian travellers, and while
Estonia is not known for its Indian cuisine, we can guarantee you will not be disappointed here. Serving sizes are generous, and main cours-es come with rice. Be sure to try the veggie pakoras, the bengan bharta, and Chakra’s own shahi paneer.
■ MAMOMamo opened with the intention of offering a healthy alternative for a quick lunch, and this is just what they did. Mamo’s menu is also very well labelled, indicating which dishes are gluten-free, lactose-free, vegan, or vegetarian. But what’s even better is that you can put your own
Rustic décor meets hCafé Bestseller
African Kitchen
casual
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■ New Restaurant in KalamajaChef Toomas Lääts is back in Tallinn serving the residents of Kalamaja some tasty and simple fare. The lunch menu was still in the works when we went to visit, but if the dinner menu is any indication, customers will not be disappointed. Portions are generous, ingredients are seasonal, and where possible, local, and the wine list offers a good choice of value-for-money bottles.DIIP, Soo 1/6, Tallinn.
■ For Beer LoversCosy up with a good pint and some comfort food this month. Põrgu Brasserie is an inviting pub with one of the best beer selections on town. The food menu offers a good twist on some Estonian roasts, as well as a decent variety of inter-national starters, including a few Estonian favourites.Põrgu Brasserie, Rüütli 4, Tallinn Old Town I1.
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A good pizza can make or break a meal. My common complaints: too much dough, too little sauce, not enough cheese, and well you get the point. Gladiatori got every-thing right. A thin, Roman style crust, with just the right amount of sauce, just the right amount of cheese, and enough toppings to make sure there is a bit of every-thing in each bite. What is even better is that this Italian restaurant is located minutes away from the Town Hall Square, but does not charge Town Hall Square prices.
The owners of Gladiatori are Italian, and the chef is from Rome himself. When chatting to the chef he told me “I am trying to show-case the cuisine of my home.” This is apparent in all of the dishes.
Great care goes into making sure everything tastes just as it should.
Not everything follows trad-itional Roman cooking. The chef likes to be creative too. This can be seen in his take on the tradition-al pasta carbonara. At Gladiatori they serve pasta carbonara with lime. This spaghetti dish comes with plenty of creamy sauce, but it’s not too heavy. The lime adds a hint of freshness to the dish.
You must also save room for dessert, because the molten chocolate cake is divine. It comes served with a little bit of crème Anglais, as well as berry coulis. Once you cut into the cake, the gooey chocolate centre comes pouring out. ■
Location
Gladiatori – Sapori di RomaRataskaevu 22, Tallinn Old Town H1Gladiatori features live music at the weekends.
Gladiatori: a delicious addition to Tallinn’s restaurant scene.
When in Rome
The best pizza in town.
Raw bread at Café Bestseller.Ready-made salads at Mamo.
an and vegan in Tallinn.
eggie lovers!meals together, like salad. Mamo offers daily lunch specials, including soups, stews, and salads, ensuring that as a regular customer, you will never get bored of the menu.
■ NOPNop is shorthand for Natural and Organic Produce, which you will certainly find in abundance on their menu. Nop’s selection chan-ges seasonally, conjuring up some of the freshest and innovative veggie eats in the city. But don’t worry—your omnivore friends will be delighted here too. Nop is located in the suburb of Kadriorg,
which is about a ten-minute tram ride from the Old Town (No. 1 or 3 tram).
■ CAFÉ BESTSELLERLocated inside Viru Keskus, on the third floor, Café Bestseller is most well known for its raw food. While the menu itself has a mix of vegetarian and non-vegetarian, customers will find the menu full of light or healthier options. The main dishes come served with their own house made raw bread. There is also a good selection of smoothies and fresh squeezed juices.
■ URBAN RESTORANIf you like garlic, this is the place to come. Many of the appetisers are loaded with it, if not a little bit too much at times. The menu is quite varied. The appetiser por-tion focuses on Middle Eastern cuisine, offering starters like hum-mus and baba ghanoush, while the main dishes are more European inspired.
■ AFRICAN KITCHENAfrican Kitchen is one of the bet-ter vegan options in Tallinn. They offer a tasty hummus as an appe-tiser, and for mains, the mchicha (spinach and tomato in peanut sauce) was very tasty. The atmos-phere is eclectic and in summer, African Kitchen has a great roof-top terrace. A private sauna is also available for rental. ■
hearty meals at Aed.
Location
Von Krahli AedRataskaevu 10, Tallinn Old Town H1.
ChakraBremeni Käik 1, Tallinn Old Town G3.
Liivalaia MamoLiivalaia 14, Tallinn B2.
Tornimäe MamoTornimäe 5, Tallinn B3.
NopKöleri 1, Tallinn B4.
Café Bestseller3rd Floor Viru Keskus, inside Rahvaraamat BookstoreViru Väljak 4/6, Tallinn.
Urban RestoranDunkri 6, Tallinn Old Town H1.
African KitchenUus 32/34, Tallinn Old Town F3.
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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!
Winter is finally here
■ CHOCOLATE CLUBChocolate Club is the newest nightclub in Tallinn, which opened its doors for the first time about a month ago. The nights are now extra sweet because this new and hip nightclub is ready to enter the Estonian club scene! The staff is super-friendly and the atmosphere is chic and stylish. Grab your friends, follow the dress code “dress to impress” and be open to new experiences!
Mere pst 6 E, Tallinn, A2.
■ CLUB MÜNTClub Münt is a popular club espe-cially among young people for reason – the drinks cost only 1! The name “Münt” means both a coin and an herb in Estonian. Their motto is: “fresh as a moji-to and tasty as mint, but it will certainly leave more coin in your pocket”. It has the perfect locati-on in the centre of the Old Town and DJs will be playing the best new and old club hits. Having a great night out have has never been so good, for both you and your wallet!
Müürivahe 22, Tallinn Old Town, I2.
■ NOKU KLUBINoku Klubi is one of Tallinn’s hidden secrets. It is not famo-us and has no marking on the door, meaning if you don’t know what to look for, you may miss it. The name Noku Klubi is short for Noorte Kultuuriklu-bi, which translates as Youth Culture Club, and when you are looking for something different and more bohemian, then look no further than Noku. It is a favourite place for young and artsy people to get together and play board games or grab a couple of drinks. Prices are very reasonable and the atmosphere
is relaxing, definitely, a must if you feel like trying something new.
Pikk 5, Tallinn Old Town, H1.
■ HULLUMAJA BAARAnother interesting bar with a cool name. Hullumaja means nuthouse in English and everyt-hing about this bar is nuts! It is situated on the main party street in Tallinn so it’s a great place to have a couple of drinks befo-re heading to clubs. The whole bar is nuthouse themed – the walls are padded and shots are served in urine cups! Drinks are cheap and the party is wild! The place is small so don’t expect a private space. Are you ready to go crazy?
Suur-Karja 11,Tallinn Old Town I2.■
The past months really made us think that winter probably lost its way over here, but now it’s back with all its glory! Degrees might be dropping but our hearts need to be warmed up with the company of
good friends while discovering Tallinn’s unexpected nightlife. There is no bad weather, only bad outfits!
Hullumaja baar
Noku Klubi
Hullumaja baar
Club Münt
Photo: Noku Klubi
Photo: Club Münt
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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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■ CHICAGO 1933Chicago is located on the border of the Old Town and is one of the few theme restaurant-bars in Tal-linn. The interior, as well as the waitresses’ and bartender’s outfits are inspired by 1930s America. You can enjoy all kinds of live music every night – from jazz to piano. The age limit is 21 so it is more popular among an older crowd, but that doesn’t mean younger jazz lovers aren’t welcome. Make a reservation, experience somet-hing different, and fancier than just some regular pub!
Aia 3, Tallinn Old Town, H3.
■ CUBANITA LIVE CAFÉCubanita Live Café takes you to far-far away Cuba with all the Cuban rum, wine and captiva-ting music that carries you to its magical and exotic world. Every Wednesday there are free Latin American dance lessons and on Sunday, you can get your groove on with a free West Coast Swing dance lesson. The atmosphere is
lively and you can feel the spicy Cuban temper flowing into you!
Narva mnt 5, Tallinn, B2.
■ VON KRAHL BAR“Krahl“ bar is next to a well-kno-wn theatre house that was foun-ded in 1992. It is a favourite place for alternative bands and crowds – mostly students, punks, and artists. It has a very nice and uni-que decor that gives you a warm and dark feeling at the same time. Many Estonian bands perform here and ticket prices vary from free to 5 euros. (Check their web-site for the ticket information). Every other Sunday a record fair will take place (sfrom 1 pm to “ends when it ends“) where you can buy some good alternative and independent music.
Rataskaevu 10/12, Tallinn Old Town, H1. ■
LIVE MUSIC MUSIC VENUES
SMILERSEstonian Music
The Smilers is an Estonian rock band that has been on the Estonian music scene for over 10 years. The lead singer and guitarist Hendrik Sal-Saller is widely known among Estonians. Most of their songs are in Estonian and they have released 15 studio albums over the years. For Estonians, the Smilers will always be something familiar and sweet. People of every age listen to their songs around campfires and village feasts, singing along as loud as they can. The Smilers have just released a new album and have been on radio top lists for weeks – give it a go!
Cubanita Live Café
Chicago 1933
Von Krahl Bar
Photo: Von Krahl
Photo: Cubanita
Photo: Chicago 1933
Photo: Smilers
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Shopping Spotlight: Stock
■ Children’s play corner ■ Daily Special – restaurant ■ Désirée – beauty salon ■ Ecoclean – dry cleaning ■ Estravel – travel agents ■ Finders Corner – Stockmann Outlet ■ Instrumentarium – optician ■ Kesklinna Apteek – pharmacy ■ Kuld Artur – jewellery, watches
■ Lippupalvelu – event tickets■ Loyal Customer Service – infor-
mation desk ■ Mister Minit – shoe repairs and
key service ■ Piletilevi – event tickets■ Seppälä – ladies’, men´s and
children’s fashion■ Sothys – beauty salon■ Tallink – cruise bookings
TEXT KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV
Stockmann department store
in Tallinn opened in 1993, and in 1996, the full sized department store was opened. By 2000, it expanded to be the largest depart-ment store in the Baltic States. Stockmann is a Finnish company that has been in business since the late 1800s, and now has locations in Latvia and Russia.
Ask any ex-pat in Tallinn where they do their gro-cery shop-ping, and the answer will most likely be Stockmann. In fact, this is the place to go for many hard-to-find items. While slightly more expensive than some other food stores in Tallinn, Stockmann offers top quality prod-ucts and brands. The food depart-ment is impressive, with an excel-lent prepared foods counter, fresh meat and fish, and much more.
Tourists will be interested in many of the other departments this five-story store has to offer. The main floor houses the cos-metics department, delicatessen,
Location
StockmannLiivalaia 53, Tallinn, B3
What’s on the fifth floor:
SHOPPING NEWS
New stores at Rocca al Mare
Many new shops have opened in the last few months at the Rocca al Mare Shopping Centre.
The UK’s biggest department store Debenhams opened as the first location in the Baltics. Here you will find many different brands of cloth-ing for every age.
Parfois specialises in handbags and accessories. The Spanish fashion brand Cortefiel opened its doors at the end of November. Here you will find both women’s and men’s fash-ions for every occasion.
At the beginning of December, Kuldan Luxury opened a gemstones store.
Music and MoviesA new store Terminal opened in the Port district, inside the Admiral House. Here you can pick CDs, DVDs, video games, and more. In addition to the CDs, you will also find vinyl. Both popular and indie films can be found as well as games for PS3, Xbox, Wii, as well as computer games. Every last Sunday of the month is Super Sunday, when everything is on sale for 20 off.Terminal, Admiral maja,
Ahtri 6A, Tallinn A3.
Joutsen opens shop in TallinnThe Finnish light down company Joutsen has just opened shop in Tallinn. The shop sells down coats, pillows, and blankets and is located close to Freedom Square. Joutsen has been in operation since 1936 and has factories in Riihimäki and Estonia.Joutsen Shop & Outlet, Roosikrantsi 2, Tallinn B2.
■ Children’s Play Area – For 3-8 year olds, located on the fifth floor.
■ Gift Services – Gift cards are available in any denomination. Gift-wrapping is free for all items purchased in-store.
■ Fashion Consultants – Let Stock-mann’s fashion consultants help you find your own personal style.
■ Tailoring – Fitting and adjust-
ments are available for up to one month after purchase.
■ Home Delivery – Door-to-door delivery.
■ Parking is available in the park-ing structure located next to the main building. The entrance is off Liivalaia. Stockmann loyalty customers receive 1 to 3 hours of free parking with proof of purchase.
Services Available:
that has been in business since thelate 1800s, and now has locations in Latvia and Russia.
Ask any ex-pat in Tallinn where they do their gro-cery shop-ping, and the answer willmost likely be Stockmann. In fact, this is the place to go
flower shop, hosiery department, and liquor store. The second floor is full of stylish men’s fashions, as well as a WI-FI café. Here you will also find a large selection of luggage.
Ladies clothing, including foot-wear, handbags and other stylish accessories can be found on the third floor. Children will be enter-
tained on the fourth floor with clothing, shoes,
and toys. Mum and Dad will
not be too far away either –the home department and appli-ances are
located on the same floor.The fifth floor
has a little bit of every-thing: a children’s play corner, a cafeteria style restaurant, beauty salon, dry cleaners, travel agent, optician, and Piletilevi and Lip-pupalvelu ticket kiosks. Stock-mann truly is the one stop shop. ■
Gourmet food, designer clothes, kitchenware and householdwhat more could you ask for.
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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. B2Almost opposite the Viru Shopping Centre, Foorum houses a promen-ade of stylish boutiques.
Postimaja Shopping Centre, Narva mnt 1. B2The newest shopping centre in Tallinn houses an H&M.
Rotermanni keskus, Rotermanni 8. B2This 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. B2Twenty 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.
kmann
Find many useful services on the fifth floor.Children's toy department
Colourful finds for your kitchen.
Decorate your home.
Ladies' fashion
Brand name designer fashion is on sale.
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2014 Winter Events
Sauna Marathon 2 February
Registered teams attempt to experience as many of the saunas in and around Otepää as possible over a period of 6 hours. The mara-thon kicks off at Pühajärve Spa & Holiday Centre at midday. All of the members of a team must be in each sauna for at least 3 min-utes. Bonus points are awarded for dips in ice holes and cold water pools. The team that visits all of the saunas in the shortest time wins.
43rd Tartu Marathon 16 February
The Tartu Marathon is held every year on the third Sunday in Feb-ruary and forms part of the inter-national Worldloppet and Eston-ian Estoloppet cross-country series. The full marathon course covers a distance of 63 km, with a shorter route covering 31 km. The marathon is in classic style. Special children’s races are also organised. Visit the website for more details and to register.
TEXT KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS EAS
Otepää is indeed Estonia’s winter capital. There are three downhill ski centres and a modern K-90 ski jump hill. Those not brave enough to make the jump can enjoy the view from the observation deck instead. Cross-country ski trails are available for both begin-ners (Otepää, Kääriku, Vellavere and Valgjärve tracks) and more advanced skiers (Tehvandi). Chil-dren can enjoy some of the best snow tubing runs in Estonia as well. ■
Getting there
Otepää is located about 250 km south-east of Tallinn.Frequent bus service connects Otepää with Tartu (45 min – 1 hr.); Elva (45 min); Valga (1 hr.); Võru (1½ hrs.) and Tallinn (3 hrs.). www.tpilet.ee
Estonia’s winter capital offers
skiing, snow tubing,
and sauna
The parish centre of Otepää is located 150 metres above sea level, making it not only picturesque, but also the ideal place to plan your vacation.
The highest peaks of the area are Kuutsemägi (217m) and Väike Munamägi (207m).
The Tartu Marathon brings thousands of skiers of all levels to Otepää.
Must-see sights of Otepää
St. Mary’s Lutheran Church (Maarja Kirik) is where the Estonian Student’s Association consecrated the blue, black and white flag in 1884 that would later become the flag of independent Estonia in 1922.
Across the road from the church are both the Flag Museum and the Ski Museum. The Flag Museum chronicles the history of the Estonian flag, from its consecration in 1884, to present day. The Ski Museum is
located in the same building and has interesting pictures from ski marathons over the years, as well as antique ski equipment on display.
Pühajärv or Holy Lake is positioned on the southwest edge of town. It has the most spectacular views of the area. In winter enjoy cross-country ski trails and in summer stroll along the paths that circle the lake. In 1992, the Dalai Lama blessed the area.
Relax and unwind after a day of skiing.
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TEXT MIKKO SAVIKKO, PHOTOS EESTI SPA LIIT
At the beginning of the 19th
century spas opened in Pärnu, Haapsalu, Kuressaare, and Narva-Jõesuu as well. Today there are around 30 spas in Estonia, of which 19 are part of the Estonian Spa Association.
The word spa conveys many meanings these days, so it’s wise to familiarise yourself with what each one offers before planning your vacation. The Spa Associa-tion divides their members into three categories: 1) medical spas, 2) spa and wellness spas, and 3) medical and wellness spas togeth-er. Medical spas are licensed to provide outpatient medical care.
Travelling with your family? Many spas encourage you to bring your children. They often-have areas like playrooms or play-grounds and slides, and organise
activities for children. Some spas even have procedures and treat-ments especially for children.
There are sports and other active activities offered at all of the spas, and some offer even more. Be sure to look into this before you book. Depending on the clients, entertainment pro-grammes vary. Though if you are interested in an exercise only programme, then an even-ing exploring local pub culture is not recom mended. ■
■ Aqva Hotel & Spa, Parkali 4, Rakvere.
■ Arensburg Boutique Hotel &
Spa, Lossi tn 15, Kuressaare.
■ Fra Mare Thalasso SPA, Ranna tee 2, Haapsalu.
■ Georg Ots SPA Hotel, Tori 2, Kuressaare.
■ Grand Rose Spa Hotel, Tallinna 15, Kuressaare.
■ Johan Spa Hotel, Kauba tn 13, Kuressaare.
■ Kalev Spa Hotel & Waterpark, Aia 18, Tallinn.
■ Kubija Hotel Nature Spa, Männiku 43a, Võru.
■ Health Centre & Hotel Wasa, Eha tn 2, Pärnu.
■ Estonia Rehabilitation Centre, A.H. Tammsaare pst. 4a, Pärnu.
■ Laine Spa Hotel, Sadama 9/11, Haapsalu.
■ Laulasmaa Spa, Puhkekodu tee 4, Laulasmaa, Harjumaa.
■ Meresuu Spa & Hotel, Aia 48 a, Narva-Jõesuu.
■ Meriton Conference & Spa
Hotel, Paldiski maantee 4, Tallinn.
■ Peetrimõisa Villa Spa Hotel, Pirni tn 4, Viljandi.
■ Pirita TOP SPA Hotel, Regati puiestee 1, Tallinn.
■ Pühajärve Spa & Holiday
Resort, Pühajärve.
■ Saka Cliff Hotel & SPA, Kohtla.
■ SPA Hotel Meri, Pargi tn 16, Kuressaar.
■ SPA Hotel Rüütli, Pargi tn 12, Kuressaar.
■ SPA Hotel Saaremaa Valss, Kastani tn 20, Kuressaare.
■ Tallink Spa & Conference Hotel, Sadama tn 11A, Tallinn.
■ Tervise Medical Spa, Seedri 6, Pärnu.
■ Tervise Paradiis, Side 14, Pärnu.
■ Toila Spa Hotel, Ranna 12, Toila.
■ Vihula Manor Country Club &
Spa, Vihula.
■ Viiking Spa Hotel, Sadama 15, Pärnu.
■ Viimsi SPA, Randvere tee 11, Viimsi.
■ Värska Spa Hotel, Väike-Rõsna küla, Värska.
The right spa makes for the right holiday
Estonian spas have been around since Russian Tsarist time. In 1813 the Kadrioru Wittenhof summer manor house spa was opened in Tallinn.
Members of the Estonian Spa Association
Therapeutic mud has brought visitors to Estonia since the 1800s.Relax in the salt chamber. A doctor's consultation.
Some useful wordstreatment hoolitsus
massage massaaž
heat therapy soojusravi
beauty services iluteenused
medical consultation
arsti vastuvõtt
tests uuringud
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■ Simple Session 2014Now in its 14th year, this com-petition continues to draw competitors from all over the world, and will be broadcast live to millions internationally. It is a weekend packed full of extreme sport, with over 200 BMX cyclists and skateboar-ders competing. 22-23 February, Saku Suurhall Paldiski mnt 104b Tallinn.
■ Shrove Tuesday CelebrationsIn Estonia, Shrove Tuesday is known as Vastlapäev. Estonians celebrate with foods like pea soup, pork, and buns fil-led with whipped cream known as vast-lakukklid. Sledding and other activities are also enjoyed. The Estonian Open Air Museum hosts Shrove Tuesday celeb-rations where visitors can enjoy games, crafts, and other traditions.2 March, Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12, Tallinn
february events
The Titanic exhibit at the Sea-
plane Harbour brings visitors face to face with this maritime tragedy.
TITANIC: the artefact exhibi-tion –includes original artefacts from the ocean floor, as well as life size models of actual rooms of the ship including the grand staircase. And if that’s not enough, there is
detailed information about the passengers on board too. ■
TITANIC Exhibit is on until 31.03.2014.Seaplane Harbour (Lennusadam) Vesilennuki 6, Tallinn.
Open: T-Su 11–19.
Photo: Jaak Nilson
Photo: Kaarel MikkinPhoto: Jaanus Ree
The grand staircase
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Every five years the Song and Dance Celebration is organised. 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.
The Song Festival will take place for the 26th time. The tra-dition began in Tartu in 1869, and has grown into a unifying event. In 2009, 913 choirs and 28,166 per-formers took part.
The Dance Festival tradition dates back to 1934. This year’s festival (19th) will bring about
8000 dancers together. Most of the Dance Festivals have taken place at the same time as the Song Festival. The Dance Festival takes place at the Kalev Stadium, loca-ted about 750 metres from the Hotel Olümpia.
One of the top moments of the Song and Dance Celebration is the procession through the city. Parti-cipants dressed in traditional folk costume walk, dance, play, and sing. Tens of thousands of spec-tators line the streets. ■
The Song Festival is not a matter of fashion; the Song Festival is a matter of the heart. – Lennart Meri
Estonian Culture’s
Top Event
Friday 4 July
■ 18.00 First performance of the Dance Festival at Kalev Stadium
Saturday 5 July
■ 11.00 Second performance of the Dance Festival at Kalev Stadium
■ 14.00 Procession from Freedom Square to the Song Festival Grounds
■ 21.00 First concert of the Song Festival, Song Festival Grounds
Sunday 6 July
■ 11.00 Third performance of the Dance Festival at Kalev Stadium
■ 11.00 Second concert of the Song Festival, Song Festival Grounds
Song and Dance Celebration 2014
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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
TARTU
■ Museums
Estonian Literary Museum (Eesti Kirjandusmuuseum)Vanemuise 42, Tartuwww.kirmus.ee. Mo-Th 9 - 17, Fr 9 - 16.30
Estonian National Museum (Eesti Rahva Muuseum)Kuperjanovi 9, Tartu. www.erm.ee. Tu-Su 11 - 18
Estonian Sports Museum (Eesti Spordimuuseum)Rüütli 15, Tartu. www.spordimuuseum.ee. We-Su 11 - 18
KGB Cells Museum (KGB Kongide Muuseum)Riia 15b, Tartu. http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee. Tu-Sa 11- 16
Museum of the 19th Century Citizen of Tartu (19. Saj. Tartu Linnakodaniku Muuseum)Jaani 16, Tartu. http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee. We-Su 10-15
Postal Museum (Postimuuseum)Rüütli 15, Tartuwww.erm.ee/en/visit/postal-museum. We-Su 11- 18
Tartu City Museum (Tartu Linnamuuseum)Narva 23, Tartu. Tu-Sa 11- 18. http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee
Old Observatory (Tähetorn)Lossi 40, TartuTu-Su 10 - 18. http://www.ajaloomuuseum.ut.ee/tahetorn
Tartu Song Festival Museum (Tartu Laulupeomuuseum)Jaama 14, TartuTu-Sa 12 - 18. http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee
Tartu Toy Museum (Tartu Mänguasjamuuseum)Lutsu 8, Tartu www.mm.ee. We – Su 11 – 18
City Hall Museum (Raemuuseum)Raekoda, Tartu (Town Hall Square)http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee/?m=415.09-14.05 Mo 9-18, Tu-Fr 9-17, Sa-Su 10-1415.05 -14-09 Mo-Fr 9-18, Sa-Su 10-17
■ Art Museums & Galleries
Tartu Art Museum (Tartu Kunstimuuseum)Raekoja plats 18, Tartu, http://www.tartmus.eeWe-Sa 12:00 - 18:00, Su 11:00 - 18:00
Tartu Art House (Tartu Kunstimaja)Vanemuise 26, Tartu, www.kunstimaja.eeWe-Mo 12-18
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES
Tallinn City Museumwww.linnamuuseum.eeincludes the following branch museums:
Remodelled MUSEUM KIEK IN DE KÖK and BASTION PASSAGES at 2, Komandandi RoadNew! THE MAIDEN TOWER MUSEUM-CAFÉ at Lühike jalg 9a
Exhibition open Mon-Sun 11.30-19.00Café open Mon-Sun 11.30-22.00PHOTO MUSEUM at 4/6 Raekoja Street,CHILDREN’S MUSEUM at 16, Kotzebue StreetHOUSE OF PETER I at 2, Mäekalda StreetMUSEUM MIIA-MILLA-MANDA at 21c, Koidula StreetColourful theme museum for childrenWriters’ museums with authentic interiors:A. H. TAMMSAARE MUSEUM at 12a, Koidula StreetE. VILDE MUSEUM at 3, Roheline Aas
CITY MUSEUM at 17, Vene StreetThe Tallinn City Museum is housed in a medieval merchant’s dwelling in the centre of the Old Town. It got the European Museum Forum’s nomination in 2003.The museum and its café are open: Wed-Mon 10.30 am-6 pm
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The history of the tower (Meghede torne) dates back to the 1300s. The Maiden’s Tower was erected between 1370-1373 when the wall was built in the Danish King’s Gar-den. During the Livonian War (1558-1583), the tower was damaged and lost its military functions. From 1842-1960, the tower was used as a residence and was even home to one of Estonia’s top architects Karl Burman after World War 2.
The Maiden’s Tower Museum and Café covers three floors of the ancient tower. In the basement, visitors can see a display on the history of the tower, and hear the haunt-ing tale of a 16th century noble Livonian maiden. After two years of renovations, the large panoramic window offers one of the best views of Tallinn. The tower is adjacent to the Kiek in de kök tower. ■
Location
Maiden’s Tower Museum and Café (Neitsitorn muuseum ja kohvik)Lossiplats 11/Lühike jalg 9a, Tallinn Old Town I1Open daily.
Maiden’s TowerRecently renovated and opened to the public in summer 2013, Neitsitorn is one of the 20 surviving towers of the Old Town’s fortification wall.
A café with a stunning view.
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Parking
Emergency Phone Numbers: POLICE 110, EMERGENCY 112, AUTOMOBILE 1888 (24 h)
Parking in Tallinn can be difficult, especially
during working hours. Public parking on city
streets will cost between 1.40-4.60 per hour,
depending on the area. Blue parking signs will
tell you the rate and the paid periods. Some
areas, including the Old Town require you
to be for parking at night. Parking passes
can by purchased from machines or kiosks.
Remember to leave your parking clock (or a
written note) indicating the time when you
first parked.
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 convenient 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 holiday apartment. For more information on
driving in Estonia visit www.mnt.ee.
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Easy Car Rent – www.easycarrent.ee
Hansarent – www.hansarent.ee
Sir Autorent – www.sirrent.ee
Yes Rent – www.yesrent.ee
Car Hire
■ TaxisTallinn’s taxi rates can vary drastically, so to avoid
being ripped off remember to check the rates dis-
played 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 fol-
lowing 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.
No international driver’s licence is required
to drive in Estonia, but the following rules
apply to all drivers:
■ Blood alcohol level must be zero.
■ Estonia has no motorways per say. Please
mind intersections 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 car-
riageways.
■ All cars must carry a warning triangle,
wheel chocks, a first aid kit, and fire extin-
guisher. Drivers must wear fluorescent vests
when stopped at night.
■ In case of collision, please call the police.
Insurance documents 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
■ BY 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.
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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.
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 start at 13€.
www.citytour.ee
Tallinn’s public transport system consists of trams, buses, and trolleys. All three
use the same ticketing system. Tourists can purchase a ticket from the driver for
1.60€. Please have exact change ready. 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
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■ Useful Phrases
please ...........................................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?
1 January –New Year’s Day
24 February –Independence Day
Easter Good Friday
1 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, 2014
Summer break 6 June - 31 August, 2014
Holidays
Phone calls
■ There are no city codes in Estonia. Local calls can be made
simply by entering the number as is. Mobile phone numbers
start with 5. Estonia’s country code is +372. Dail 00, then the
country code, and then the phone number to make a call
overseas.
Free Wifi
■ Yes, that’s right, the rumours are true! Almost
everywhere you go in Estonia, you will find 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.
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.
AUSTRIA
Vambola 6, 10114 Tallinn
+372 627 8740
BELGIUM
Rataskaevu 2-9, 10123
Tallinn, +372 627 4100
BULGARIA
A. Lauteri 5E, 10114 Tallinn
+372 648 0388
CANADA
Toom-Kooli 13, 10130
Tallinn, +372 627 3311
CZECH REPUBLIC
Lahe 4, 10150 Tallinn
+372 627 4400
DENMARK
Wismari 5, 10136 Tallinn
+372 630 6400
FINLAND
Kohtu 4, 10130
Tallinn, +372 610 3200
FRANCE
Toom-Kuninga 20, 10122
Tallinn, +372 616 1600
GEORGIA
Viru väljak 2, 10111 Tallinn
+372 698 8590
GERMANY
Toom-Kuninga 11, 15048
Tallinn, +372 627 5303
GREECE
Pärnu mnt 12, 10148
Tallinn, +372 640 3560
HUNGARY
Narva mnt 122, 13628
Tallinn, +372 605 1880
ICELAND
Tõnismägi 3A, 10119
Tallinn, +372 640 8711
IRELAND
Vene 2/4, 10140 Tallinn
+372 681 1888
ITALY
Vene 2/4, 10140 Tallinn
+372 627 6160
LATVIA
Tõnismägi 10, 10119
Tallinn, +372 627 7850
LITHUANIA
Uus 15, 10111 Tallinn
+372 631 4030
NETHERLAND
Rahukohtu 4, 10130 Tallinn
Tel. +372 680 5500
NORWAY
Harju 6, 10130 Tallinn
+372 627 1000
POLAND
Suur-Karja 1, 10146 Tallinn
+372 627 8206
PORTUGAL
Kohtu 10, 10130 Tallinn
+372 611 7468
RUSSIA
Pikk 19, 10123 Tallinn
+372 646 4175
SWEDEN
Pikk 28, 10133 Tallinn
+372 640 5600
TURKEY
Narva mnt. 30, 10152
Tallinn, +372 627 2880
UKRAINE
Lahe 6, 10150 Tallinn
+372 601 5815
UNITED KINGDOM
Wismari 6, 10136 Tallinn
+372 667 4700
UNITED STATES
OF AMERICA
Kentmanni 20, 10116 Tallinn
+372 668 8100
EMBASSIES
useful information
■ Medical Centres and Pharmacies24H Pharmacy Tõnismägi 5, TallinnTel. +372 644 2282
Mustamäe Medical CentreEhitajate tee 27, TallinnTel.+372 659 8318
Keskhaigla Medical CentreRavi 18, TallinnTel. 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.
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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).
TOURIST INFORMATION 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
Event and Concert Tickets
■ Tickets to just about any event or concert in Estonia can be
purchased on-line at Piletilevi, Piletimaailm, and Ticketpro.
Or, visit their most 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
Photo: Margus Johanson
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■ Currency Exchange
Debit 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.
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