the baltic guide eng july 2015
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The Baltic Guide in English is a tourist newspaper for visitors to Estonia. The newspaper's broad content covers everything from cultural events, to restaurants, shopping, hotels, health and beauty services, maps, news, and much more. The newspaper is published 12 times per year, at the beginning of every month.TRANSCRIPT
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Shopping Spotlight: Viru Keskus
Estonia’s 50 Best Restaurants
Jaromír Funke at KUMU
Day Trip: Cycling through Paldiski
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3 Editorial
5 Restaurants: 50 Best Restaurants Outside
of TallinnÖKU
Burger BoxOutdoor Dining at Leib and
Umami
7 Nightlife 8 Shopping10 Beauty12-13 Summer Event Guide14 Day Trip: Paldiski & Pakri Cape16-17 Sightseeing 19 getting around 20 transport 21-22 Maps and Information23 Tallinn Zoo
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PORTS B-Terminal, D-Terminal, M/L Liverpool Seaways
Paldiski-Kapellskär-Paldiski 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, Estonian Air
Europe-Tallinn routes, Tallinn Tourist Information, Citytour
Buses, Hansabuss Airport, Merekeskus, Lootsi keskus,
Puumedi Group OÜ RESTAURANTS Pirita Yacht Club,
Pick up your free copy at: Arizona, Beerhouse, Clazz, Molly Malones, O 'Malleys,
Odessa Restaurant, Seitse Merd 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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The Baltic Guide is a tourism newspaper that covers everything from restaurants to nightlife, museums and exhibitions to cultural events. Its Finnish Edition has been published since 1993 and visitors to Estonia have come to rely on it for up-
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Contents
editorial
July Highlights01 AMERICAN CARS AND ROCK
The largest car event in the Baltics comes to Haapsalu July 10-12. The American Beauty Car Show brings beautiful cars and popular music to this seaside town. Bands like The Darkness, Metsatöll and ex-Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider will take to the stage in the courtyard of the Episcopal Castle.
02 FILMS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
The legendary Pärnu Film Festival takes place for the 19th year in a row. Its theme this year is family and partnership. From July 6-19, see new documentary films from around the world.
03 ISLAND PARTY
In the heart of the Bay of Riga, the annual Kihnu Sea Party will take place on Kihnu Island from July 10-12. Among the dancers and party people will be Ivo Linna, Svjata Vatra, and Kihnu Poisid. You can get to Kihnu via the Munalaiu Port.
04 MEDIEVAL TALLINN
Handicraft masters will showcase their talents on the streets of the Old Town from July 9-12. The programme of the annual Medieval Days includes open air concerts, workshops, dance performances, and a classic mar-ket in Tallinn’s Town Hall Square.
05 ITALIAN OPERA CLASSICS
The headlining performers for the Saaremaa Opera Days festival will be Teatro di Milano, so one can expect Italian classics like Rigoletto and Madame Butterfly. The Saaremaa Opera Days take place in the courtyard of the Kuressaare Episcopal Castle.
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T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ J U L Y 2 0 1 5 5restaurantsRESTAURANTS
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ÖKU Roseni 9, Tallinn A2ÖKU is entering a competitive market. What it can do, which other cafes and restaurants can-not, is move on the spur-of-the-moment. Yes, it’s a food truck - but we’re not talking about a roadside burger van here, rather, a supplier of the most delicious soul food in Tallinn. ÖKU offers wraps, soups and sandwiches to leave you feel-ing full but also healthy. You can wash the goodness down with a fresh juice or a fruit smoothie, and, should you have space, there are home-made brownies to fill that snack gap.
The ÖKU bandwagon moves around Tallinn depending on the event and demand, but recently it has been based on Roseni Street in Tallinn’s Rotermann business quarter, and at Telliskivi food fair.
Burger BoxKopli 4, Tallinn A1Gourmet burger establishments have been opening up all over Tallinn, but what Burger Box does is take the souped-up hamburger, and put real love into the cooking and preparation process.
It’s not just hamburgers, either. They have such hits as the Chinese Spicy Pork Burger, a favourite of many diners, who can either take the burgers out, eat them in the cafe, or have their orders sent through the hole in the wall to the neighbouring Speakeasy.
You won’t regret your stroll alongside the railway station, but for the full experience, try the Tour d’Öö Põhjala craft beer alongside a cheese and bacon burger, with chilli fries.
Outdoor Dining at Leib and UmamiIf you haven’t had a chance to visit Leib Resto & Aed (Uus 31, Tallinn Old Town) or their other restaurant Umami (Kadaka tee 141, Tallinn), located slightly out-side of the city centre in Õismäe, both of their summer gardens are the perfect place to sit and enjoy a great meal with a fabulous wine selection.
The beautiful yard and design of Umami is worth the trip itself to the restaurant. The house is designed in a 1930s villa style, furnished with retro Scandinavian furniture. Leib, on the other hand, offers a fabulous dining experi-ence in a secluded courtyard in Tallinn’s Old Town.
TEXT KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS LAURI LAAN
This year’s list for top restaurants saw many new places added. In Tallinn, for example, the fine din-ing restaurant Konrad, casual Kaks Kokka, funky Manna La Roosa, and the popular Rataskaevu 16 were added to the list, among others. The beach side town of Pärnu also had quite a few restau-rants make the list, like Piparmünt, Kalamajaka Kohvik, and Raimond. Needless to say, there are many great places to visit. Read on as we take you further afield.
A great thing about Estonia being small is that it’s easy to go for a day trip or drive outside of the city for a great meal. While the cit-ies receive visitors regardless, the great restaurants in between can sometimes be overlooked. Here’s a look at some of the 50 best restau-rants worth a little detour.
■ Ööbiku GastronoomiataluKuimetsa Village, Kaiu Parish, Rapla
County
A true farmhouse restaurant, located about an hour’s drive from Tallinn, where chef Ants Uustalu prepares a five-course meal using local ingredients. Guests call in advance for either dinner (Wed-nesday to Saturday at 19.00) or a late Sunday lunch at 15.00. The cost for a meal is 42, excluding wines, which Uustalu has available for purchase by the glass.
■ Tammuri TaluMäha Village, Otepää Parish, Valga
County
Tammuri Talu, located in south-ern Estonia, has a similar farm-house restaurant concept, but the menu has a little bit more of a European and international influ-ence. Set in a farmhouse built in the mid 19th century, Eriki Saare manages it himself. There is no set menu. Should you need to, you can also stay overnight as well in the guesthouse.
■ RuheSadama tee 10, Neeme Village,
Jõelähtme Parish, Harju County
This seaside fish restaurant is but a 30-minute drive from Tallinn and boasts a beautiful terrace. In summer, the restaurant is open daily from 13.00-22.00. The menu consists of fish and seafood dishes, prepared with local and European ingredients. Flavours are fresh and simple. It’s certainly worth the drive for a lovely meal out of town on a sunny day or warm evening.
■ PõhjakaMäeküla, Paide Parish, Järva County
Three chefs moved to the country and fixed up an abandoned manor house from 1820. The result: a great culinary project, where noth-ing but local ingredients are used, much of which is sourced from their gardens. The menu changes daily, based on seasonality.
■ OKOSadama tee 1, Kaberneeme Port, Harju
County
OKO, located only a 30-minute drive from Tallinn is a great place to spend a sunny afternoon by the sea. This seaside restaurant has made it onto the list every year since opening two years ago. The playful seasonal menu focuses on local ingredients, with a selec-tion of fresh fish and meat. In summer, they fire up the grill. Overnight accommodation is also available.
■ AleksanderPädaste Manor, Muhu Island
Aleksander, voted the best res-taurant in Estonia from 2010-13 is a true gastronomic destina-tion. The nine-course degusta-tion menu is a sight to behold. Plates are beautifully designed with interesting flavour combin-ations featuring the best of the Nordic Islands’ cuisine. There is also a smaller seven or five course degustation. Overnight accom-modation is available.■
A Gastronomic Day TripA glimpse at Estonia’s 50 best restaurants outside of Tallinn.
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Põhjala SpeakeasyKopli 4a, Tallinn A1
After waiting an hour and a half in another bar for someone who never arrived, I decided to hit the road and try another place. This place is called Põhjala Speakeasy, even though it’s actually complete-ly legal. It retains the feel of a spur-of-the-moment box-bar, although actually it’s the hub and de facto tap room of a brewery that seeks to take over Estonia with the power of great-tasting, strong, beer.
What’s great about this bar? What’s great is the people in there, who make it amazing. Põh-jala has a tight-knit community that follow its fortunes, checking out the new beers that come out of its Nõmme factory, all with a differing aura and strength. You need to try Uus Maailm, which is my personal favourite, but every-one has their own, and some people will go for the full-bore 10-plus variants they occasion-ally make.
For a British or American beer-drinker, Estonian craft beers like Põhjala might be a little discon-certing at first, coming in as they do at a higher alcohol volume than the vast majority of even local beers in your home country. But it requires a different discipline to drink - not necessarily a bad thing, but an adjustment. Take the bottle, and sip the beer. This is not glug-ging or downing beer - but then no one comes to Estonia expecting Miller Lite.
Out the back of this compact hiding-place near the railway sta-tion is a beer garden where your adventures in craft beer can con-tinue in the great wide open, with a campfire blazing next to you in full Jaanipäev style.
Red EmperorAia 10, Tallinn Old Town G3
Red Emperor comes from a dif-ferent place in a different kind of heart to Põhjala Speakeasy, but it’s no less interesting, having been born from an Australian’s wish to found a hostel with a different kind of ambiance, a place to stay where the nightlife comes to the hostel, rather than the hostel having to go to the nightlife.
It’s been pretty successful in its three years of existence in that respect - it’s not the home of fine dining, or of tasteful decor, but what you will find is a place to play. If you think that sounds a bit childish, you’d be wrong; this is the home of life-size, extreme Jenga, and some hotly-contested pool tables.
If you want to kick back, they’ve got enough drinks to make your life fun - try the Skittles-flavoured vodka for that sugar-and-alcohol kick you didn’t think would be pos-sible after you graduated from high school.
The staff are bubbly and have a great sense of humour, as long as you do, and as long as you behave yourself. You’ll have to be alive in order to actually find the bar, as it’s up some stairs in the back of the building housing the Bern Hotel in Aia Street. If you can find it, you won’t regret your map-reading skills - it’s the place where great things happen, if you enter with an open-minded attitude.
NoKuPikk 5, Tallinn Old Town G2
”Noku” means something rude in the Estonian dictionary, but that’s part of this great all-day and all-night lounge’s glorious history. In Soviet times, it was set up, reput-edly, as a reaction to a disagree-ment with the management of the KuKu Klubi (the original Arts and Culture club in Tallinn).
Those artists who considered themselves more avant-garde moved on to NoKu, a ten-minute walk and half a world away from
nightlife
A few more suggestions for evening (or early morning) entertainment:
Bars & Pubs
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.
ProtestMere pst 6a, Tallinn A2.
PõrguRüütli 4, Tallinn Old Town I1.
The HighlanderKuninga 1, Tallinn Old Town H2.
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.
Seiklusjutte Maalt ja MereltTartu mnt 44, Tallinn B3.
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 C4.
TapperPärnu mnt 158g, Tallinn
Gay
G-punktPärnu mnt 23, Tallinn
X-baarTatari 1, Tallinn B2.
Karaoke
Gelsomino KaraokeLai 2, Tallinn Old Town G1.
Koskenkorva Karaoke BarRoseni 13, Tallinn A2.
Laif Restoran & Karaoke ClubLai 5, Tallinn Old Town G1
Nightclubs
Butterfly LoungeVana-Viru 13 / Aia 4, Tallinn Old Town H3.
Café AmigoViru väljak 4, Tallinn B2.
Club BailaSauna 1, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Club HollywoodVana-Posti 8, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Club PrivéHarju 6, Tallinn Old Town I1.
Club StudioSauna 1, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Loung Club VioletRoseni 9, Tallinn A2.
TeaterVabaduse väljak 5, Tallinn Old Town J1.
VabankHarju 13, Tallinn Old Town J1.
VenusVana-Viru 14, Tallinn Old Town H3.
Late Night Dining
Istanbul KebabEstonia pst 7, Tallinn B2.
LocaTatari 1, Tallinn B2.
SöögiplatsTatari 1, Tallinn B2.
Taco ExpressSuur-Karja 18, Tallinn Old Town I2.
Tallinn NightlifeTallinn Nightlife
ONLY IN SUMMERW
ith this being summer, and summer being the month of unexpected occurrences, I thought it was about time I wrote about those things that can only happen in summer. Those strange things that happen because of the warmth of the sun, the nip of a drink you’ve not had before,
and possibly won’t ever again, or that sense of deja vu that comes from thinking that a bout of heatstroke is actually a revelation of something amazing.
the establishment of KuKu. It’s tes-tament to the excellence of both clubs that they are still open, and still going strong, today. Many a great night out has ended in NoKu because of its long hours, and a chilled atmosphere that really can’t be beaten by any modern equiva-lent.
You can find NoKu by look-ing for the red and blue door on Pikk Street, close to Pikk Jälg, then either waiting until a mem-ber comes out for a smoke (don’t worry, they’re all really friendly), or learning the door combination from someone who’s been around for a while (it’s nice and easy to remember).
Head up the stairs, past the posters displaying every kind of arts event (which you real-
ly should take note of, for yet another unexpected night out), and you will see a wood-panelled room that has not changed much from its original plan. The decor has remained frozen in time, but so too has the menu, thankfully - it’s incredibly good. For a great lining to a stomach before or after you head on a wider recce of Tallinn’s nightlife, opt for the epic meatballs in creamy white sauce, with lovely juicy slabs of beetroot. ■
Stuart Garlick is a jour-nalist and English language teacher based in Tallinn. Since 2012, his blog, Charm Offensive, has covered food, music and fashion in Estonia.
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■ 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 Rotermanni district houses gourmet food shops, a Scandinavian furniture store, and many international clothing brands.
Solaris, Estonia pst 9. B2.
One of Tallinn’s newer shopping centres that houses a cinema, numerous restaurants, as well as a top-end supermarket.
Viru Keskus, Viru Väljak 4. B2.
This modern shopping centre houses top name designer stores, great cafés and restaurants, as well as a large bookstore.
■ 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. A3
This shopping centre houses a food store, large liquor store, and top brand clothing and shoe stores.
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. A2
This has the appearance of a market, with many small stalls and shops.
■ Food MarketsBaltijaam (Train Station) – Kopli 1. A1.
Keskturg (Central Market) – Keldrimäe 9. B3.
Kalaturg (Fish Market) – Kalaranna 1. A2.
Lasnamäe Market – Punane 48a.
Mustamäe Market – E. Vilde tee 75a.
Nõmme Market – Turu plats 8.
Sadama Turg – Sadama 25. A2.
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Shopping Spotlight: Viru Keskus
TEXT KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV
If you head to Viru Keskus, you’ll find a treasure-trove of shop-ping. Think Tallinn is the kind of place where you can’t find what you want? Think again! In Viru Keskus you’ll find all the leading brands you’d expect in any major European capital. If you don’t see what we mean, let us take you on a journey through a department store that has just been revamped to fit the demands of you, the visit-ing public.
So many fashion stores have opened up, you’ll be able to shop-’til-you-drop, almost without leav-ing the Viru Hotel, the classic hotel that adjoins the shopping centre. If you like your shirts white and your jeans tight, head to Armani Jeans, Calvin Klein Jeans, Guess or Diesel, all enjoying great summer trade, and all with the most styl-ish things you can find this side of the catwalk.
If your tastes are a little more economical, Viru Keskus boasts a huge Zara store that offers the mix we’ve all come to love of designer-look clothes at a fraction of the price. Mango and Lacoste take care of your casual wardrobe, and then if you have some money burning a hole in your pocket, you should
really take a look at a mainstay of Viru Keskus, but retooled for 2015, Kaubamaja. It’s the home of great local and international brands, and whether you’re clothes-shopping or in need of a distinctive gift, maybe from the homeware or kitchenware departments, to take home, you’ll find it there.
Should you be in need of some brain-food after this shopping-fest, upstairs on the third floor you will find the new-look, much-improved Rahva Raamat chock full of the latest summer beach reading in English, Estonian and Russian, plus cool toys to keep the little ones occupied. Or head to the ice-cream parlour La Muu, adjoin-ing Rahva Raamat, to sample the best ice cream in the world.
Whatever you want, the new, improved Viru Keskus has got it! ■
Location
Shopping Centre Viru KeskusViru väljak 4, Tallinn B2
Hungry? There are many great cafés in Viru Keskus.
In Viru Keskus you’ll find all the leading brands you’d expect in any major European capital.
THE BEST STEAK YOU’VE EVER HADViru 22, Tallinn, ph. +372 661 5518, www.steak.ee
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Ancho Mexican Restaurant & Bar – Authentic Mexican food and drink!
Open: Sunday-Thursday 11-23, Friday-Saturday 11-02
Adress: Müürivahe 17, Tallinn Old TownTelephone: +372 6 600 498 www.ancho.ee
specials.
Fruity Margaritas
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Shredded beef taco and Shredded pork taco
Pork Schnitzels,Chicken Schnitzels…
Always up to 500g
All dishes prepared by our German chef.
Children’s Menu Available
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Open daily at 10-20. 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.
New sites! Seto farm and Russian house from lake Peipus. Handicraft and cooking days, concerts every Sunday!
Seto Midsummer Eve and Ivan Kupala Day on July 7Dance performances, blacksmith, weaver, etc at farms every weekendDelicious food at Kolu Inn, stylish goods at village shop
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TEXT KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV
Many of us are embarrassed by
our feet – ingrown nails, corns, and nail fungus can be not only humiliating, but painful too. And there is no reason you should be suffering. The classic pedicure may look good, but it only covers up the problem.
There are tons of places you can go for a pedicure. They vary in quality and price, so how do you know how to choose? First, choose the type of pedicure you need and if you have some of the foot prob-lems mentioned above, a medical pedicure is the best choice. A med-ical pedicure fixes the problem; it doesn’t just cover it up.
A medical pedicure focuses on foot hygiene and aesthetic care. Unlike in nail salons, foot care spe-cialists assess the foot then recom-mend a treatment using advanced equipment. For anyone who is self-conscious about their feet, a medical pedicure is a worthwhile investment. In the UK, a similar treatment could cost you around
80, in Tallinn however, prices start around 30, and the quality of care is no less professional than in the UK.
Nail drills, scalpels, lasers and other such instruments are the tools used in a medical pedicure. Yes, this may sound worse that a trip to the dentist, but the results are worth it.
Take, for example, common problems like ingrown toenails.
These can be cut out so that the nail can grow back properly. A laser can treat nail fungus. It’s a safe and effective way to treat this common problem. Corns can be treated by applying a skin soften-er, though in more extreme cases may need to be removed. Medical pedicures also treat athlete’s foot, calluses, dry, cracked heels, and nail discolouration. ■
The Ultimate PedicureA solution for problematic feet.
While the medical pedicure can fix many problems, taking preventative measures to take care of your feet can help you in the long run. Here are a few tips:■ Always remember to dry
between your toes.■ Cut your nails properly by
trimming them straight across.■ Keep your feet moisturised.■ Always wear sandals at public
pools.
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Medical Pedicures in Tallinn
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■ Estonian Cooking Classes at ToiduakadeemiaEvery Tuesday in July you can take part in a cooking class at Toiduakadeemia. The theme is “A Brief insight into the Estonian Kitchen”. Classes are hands-on and participants will receive recipes to take home. Classes are €49 per person and are guided by specialists in their field. What better souvenir than bringing a taste of Estonia back with you. The Food Academy (Toiduakadeemia, Lootsi 8, Tallinn) is the largest and most experienced cooking course provider in Estonia. They are located in the heart of Tallinn, right next to the ferry port.
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T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ J U L Y 2 0 1 512
CULTURAL EVENTS
■ 9-12 July – XVI Medieval Days, Tallinn
■ 17-19 July – Tallinn Maritime Days 2015
■ 10-12 July – Kihnu Sea Party, Kihnu Island
■ 22 July – Saaremaa Opera Days, Kuressaare
■ 27 July – 21 August - Pärnu Bluusipäevad (Blues Festival), Pärnu
■ 31 July – 1 August - Bluesfest ”Augustibluus”, Haapsalu
■ 31 July – 1 August - Leigo Lake Music Festival, Lutike Village, Leigo Farm
■ 1 August – Seto Kingdom Day, Obinitsa Village, Meremäe County
■ 3-8 August – Tartu Love Film Festival TARTUFF, Tartu
■ 7-9 August – Historical Festival ”Narva Battle”, Narva
■ 7-8 August – Kuressaare Maritime Festival, Saaremaa
■ 28-30 August – White Lady Festival, Haapsalu
CONCERTS
■ 1-4 July – Õllesummer, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds
■ 1-5 July – 19th Haapsalu Early Music Festival, Haapsalu
■ 2-7 July - Juu Jääb Festival, Muhu Island
■ 3-4 July – Hard Rock Laager 2015, Vana Vigala
■ 4 July – Schilling Festival of Beautiful Music, Kilingi-Nõmme
■ 16-19 July – Festival Hiiu Folk, Kassari Village, Hiiumaa
■ 17-23 June – Suure-Jaani Music Festival, Suure-Jaani
■ 16-18 July – Mustjala Festival, Mustjala
■ 23-26 July – XXIII Viljandi Folk Music Festival, Viljandi
■ 6-16 August – Birgitta Festival, Pirita
FOOD EVENTS
■ 31-2 August – Kärdla Café Days, Kärdla, Hiiumaa
■ 8 August – 9th Kalevipoeg Fish & Water Festival, Tiheda Village, Kasepää
■ 15 August – Seto Food Day, Setomaa
■ 20 August – Pickle festival, Tahkuranna Village
■ 22-23 August – Lüübnitsa Onion & Fish Fair, Lüübnitsa Village
■ 29-30 August – Summer Into the Jar Harvest Festival, Narva
SPORTS EVENTS
■ 18-19 July – Yoga Festival, Haapsalu
■ 31 July – 2 August – TriSmile Otepää Triathlon 2015, Pühajärve, Otepää
■ 15 August – Night Run Estonia, Rakvere
■ 23 August – SEB Tartu Inline skating, 42/21 km, Tartu
CARS & BIKES
■ 10-12 July – American Beauty Car Show, Haapsalu
■ 17-19 July – International Bike Fest “NARVA BIKE“, Narva
■ 17-19 July – auto24 Rally Estonia, Otepää
■ 1-2 August – Kiviõli Motocross Festival, Kiviõli
What’s On This Summer in EstoniaThe white nights of summer mean that there is no shortage of things to do all over Estonia. Check out our summer event calendar to see what’s on this summer from June to August.
■ 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 one of 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.
events & attractions
Viljandi Folk Music Festival
Photo: Jarek JõeperaPhoto: auto24
auto24 Rally Estonia Leigo Lake Music Festival
Medival Days
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TEXT MIKKO SAVIKKO, PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV
The Tallinn Maritime Days (Tal-
linna Merepäevad) are organised every year at Tallinn’s three ports. It has grown into one of the coun-try’s biggest family events.
This year’s festival name, A Sea of Thousand Looks, comes from Juhan Saar’s poem, The Sea, My Friend with a Thousand Faces. Marten Kuningas has written music for the poem and the song can be found on YouTube.
The city’s harbours – the Old City Harbour (the one where the ships come in), the Seaplane Har-bour, and Port Noblessner will all participate in the three-day event with different programmes. Trips with small sailboats will be organised from the Old City Harbour and the Seaplane Harbour. Over 15,000 pas-sengers participated last year.
The festival starts in Pirita with the Grand Maritime Parade that heads towards the Seaplane Har-bour. Afterwards, an opera gala will take place aboard the cruise ships. Well-known singers Jassi Zakharov, Maria Listra and Oliver Kuusik will perform as soloists with the ÜENSO Youth Symphony Orches-tra. Later, during the festival, you will also hear traditional music.
Port Noblessner contributes to the festival’s theatre repertoire. Five different performances will take place. Visitors can also go sailing or try their hand at dragon boating from there.
The main attraction at the Sea-plane Harbour is the night song festival on the Saturday night, where in addition to many other favourite artists, Maarja-Liis Ilus and Uku Suviste will perform. There is a play area for children at the Seaplane Harbour, as well as at the Old City Harbour.
Guests will also arrive by boat. The large sailing ship Gerda will arrive from Finland, as well as the Linden schooner from Åland. Aboard those boats, as well as others, you can familiarise yourself with the ports. The Muhu Strait Regatta starts on July 19 at the Sea-plane Harbour. It opens on Sat-urday. The Tallinn International Race (mm. 49er and 29er) will take place at the same time.
And the Maritime Days don’t only take place on land and at sea. You can take a helicopter ride over the city too or enjoy a hot air bal-loon ride with Balloon Tallinn. ■
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17-19 July Tallinn Maritime Days
A Sea of Thousand Looks 8th Annual Tallinn Maritime Days, 17-19 July
Juhan Saar:
The sea, my friend with a
thousand faces
The sea, my fierce enemy
The sea, my sea with a
thousand faces
You are my love
events & attractions
TEXT MIKKO VIRTA,
PHOTO GEOFFREY HUBBEL / WWW.GEOFFREYHUBBEL.COM
The popular Finnish electronic
music festival, Weekend Festi-val takes place for the first time in Estonia from August 6-8. “Festivals like the Weekend Festival are very popular in the Baltics right now”, says Sami Vepsäläinen about the Festival’s new location. The Festival expects visitors from Estonia, Latvia, Lithu-ania, and Finland.
The event brings top DJs from around the world to Estonia. Dance on the beach to the hits of David Guetta. Other headliners include Armin van Buuren, Tiestö, Hard-
well, Martin Garrix, Rudimental, and Showtek. And don’t forget about Estonia’s top DJs either.
Pärnu boasts a two-kilometre long beach, the ideal location for such an event. In addition to music, there will be lots of different activ-ities and a cool light show.
The afterparty will take place in Pärnu’s city centre, which is just a short walk from the beach. Camp-ing for the festival is located close to the beach as well. Tickets are available from Piletilevi. ■
Location
Weekend Festival Baltic6-8 August, Pärnu Beach
The Weekend Festival Baltic brings top bands and thousands of
visitors to Pärnu’s beaches.
All-Night Beach Party
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TEXT AND PHOTOS MIKKO VIRTA, MAP EVE JAANSOO
The train is half empty, from the central railway station, heading towards Paldiski. My goal is to get acquainted with nature at Pakri Cape while riding my bike. The new, orange trains are comfort-able: the smooth and quiet ride on the train is 2.80, and there is also Internet access.
The conductor recommends hanging your bike from the hook on the wall. A couple of other cyc-lists also seem to be going to the same place.
The beautiful landscape starts immediately as the train jour-ney begins. The garden suburb of Nõmme soon changes into a
colourful sea of dandelions and picturesque forests. We must now pass only through the town of Keila.
The sparkling sea welcomes vis-
itors to the Paldiski train station. A nightingale sings from behind the station.
It is evident that Paldiski is an important port city. Gigan-tic containers and trucks occupy the coastal area; railroad tracks seem to stretch on in an endless line. Brand new Mercedes wait in the parking lot for their happy owners.
Paldiski’s city centre seems quiet in the middle of the day, save for a few elderly people and groups of
children. Soviet apartment blocks stand on either side of the main street. Some of them have been re-plastered and painted.
Pakri lighthouse can already be seen a few kilometres from the tip of the cape. Built in 1889, this lighthouse is Estonia’s tallest, standing at 52 metres. The large generators of the wind farm can also be seen, of which there are about 20.
The roads are in good shape and offer beautiful views across the Gulf of Finland. In the middle of dandelions and cowslip, tower junipers and apple trees. The rose finch sings a beautiful song to mark the beginning of summer.
The cape is stunningly preserved in its natural con-dition. During the Soviet per-iod, Paldiski and Pakri cape were separated by barbed wire from the out-side world, as they were used as army bases.
However, the natural surroundings remained untouched for decades.
The waves on the Gulf of Finland hit the rocks below the lookout. The limestone wall rises 25 metres above the sea – it is always a powerful sight. A seagull has built its nest in the wall so that foxes and other predators can’t get to it.
The Pakri shore is part of the 1,200 kilometre long Baltic Klint, which begins in Öland and ends in Ladoga. Storms regularly shape the escarpment; sometimes it breaks into the sea in large chunks. There are signs warning of the danger on the side of the road.
I can see the black and white guillemots floating on the sea. The only nesting place for small birds is located right here.
The road changes from asphalt
to a sandy road, which you can still easily pass with a bicycle. The landscape becomes lush forest where alders, maples and birches have just come back to life after a long winter.
I ride the long path down to the beach where there is nothing in front of me but beautiful white, sea-washed rocks bordered by the
sky blue sea. This must be a para-dise beach, especially if there are no people in sight. I enjoy the scen-ery and the smell of seaweed for a moment and start to head back towards Paldiski. ■
A Bicycle Journey to Paradise Beach
Pakri Cape is a seafront destination that is easy to get to by train from Tallinn.
■ Paldiski is located west of Tallinn along the shores of the Gulf of Finland. It is about 50 kilometres from Tallinn.
■ A train from Tallinn can reach Paldiski conveniently. The trip takes about an hour and costs €2.80, your bicycle travels for free. The train station is about a 5-kilometre bike ride to the top of Pakri cape. Train timetables: www.elron.ee
■ Pakri Cape is part of a pro-tected nature reserve and boasts Estonia’s tallest lighthouse, natural coastline and preserved forests.
■ Paldiski has several restaurants and a grocery store. The city’s most important attractions include the sculptor Amandus Adamson Museum and bulwarks built by Peter the Great.
■ On the eastern side of the cape is Leetsi, here you will find an RMK campground. To the south of Paldiski is Loaküla beach, which is one of the best places to see the wader migration.
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Paks Margareeta 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.
Hop on, Hop off Bus Tour
■ Pick up the Tallinn Card
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A & D terminals at the port)
for free entrance to many
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city transportation, including
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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 guided 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 TownTEXT KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS ANDREI CHERTKOV
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 characteristic 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 building 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 romantic sunsets. Tallinn B1.
Raekoja platsTallinn’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.
St Olaf’s Church (Oleviste kirik)Climb the stairs of the St Olaf Church and you will discover not only the lower town bene-ath, 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 inha-bited by hanseatic traders and the upper town, or Toompea, was inhabited by nobility. Lai 50, Tallinn Old Town E2.
Katariina käikBlink and you might miss this narrow passageway off of Vene. Built in 1246, St. Catherine's Monastery (Püha Katariina kloos-ter) is the oldest building 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.
RaeapteekThe Town Hall Pharmacy (Raeapteek) is one of Europe's oldest pharmacies, which still operates in its original location, on Town Hall Square. Tallinn Old Town H1.
Toompea CastleThe Tall Hermann Tower (15th century) on the southwest corner of the hill, and the blue, black, and white Estonian flag signify indepen-dence and freedom for Estonians. Today, Toompea is the centre of Estonian government and the Riigikogu (parliament). Look for the pink building behind the Russian Orthodox Aleksander Nevsky Cathedral. Tallinn B1.
Kiek in de Kök and the Bastion TunnelsThe 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.
KGB MuseumA fascinating museum about Soviet history in Estonia is located on the top floor of the Viru Hotel. The hotel rooms were under KGB sur-veillance. The rooms were equipped with microphones, 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 guided tour. Tours run daily and are held in English, Finnish, Russian, and Estonian. English tours fill up quickly so bookings are recommended. Viru väljak 4, Tallinn B2.
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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.
2014/2015 School HolidaysChristmas break20 December 2014- 4 January 2015
Spring Break14-22 March 2015
Summer Break 4 June - 31 August 2015
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 the capital of newly-
independent Estonia. 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 TownTEXT 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).
Kalamaja & KopliKalamaja (Fish house) is a historic
suburb filled with wooden houses
and old factories. Since 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 .
Seaplane Harbour (Lennusadam)Küti 17 / Vesilennuki 6, Tallinn
By tram: No. 1 or 2 from the city centre
to the Linnahall stop. From there, by
foot along the Cultural Kilometre trail.
Please note changes to tram schedule
on page 19.
Have you ever seen the hull of a real
submarine from below? Or better still,
crawled through the narrow living and
working quarters of a fully refurbished
sub from the 1930s? The submarine
Lembit was one of two Estonian sub-
marines 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, bomb-
ing, 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 construction
is architecturally unique since it was the
largest armoured concrete ceiling in the
world at the time of construction.
KadriorgKadriorg 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 custom-
ary at the time, the main house was
named after his wife. There are plenty
of other things to see in this beauti-
ful and prestigious park. From the
Kadriorg Palace, head straight along
the park trail to the Russalka monu-
ment, 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.
PiritaPirita 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.
Estonian Open Museum (Eesti Vabaõhu-muuseum)Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12, 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.
Patarei Prison (Patarei Vangla)Kalaranna 2-2a
By tram: No. 1 or 2 from the city centre
to the Linnahall stop. From there, by
foot along the Cultural Kilometre trail,
just before the Seaplane Harbour.
Please note changes to tram schedule
on page 19.
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.
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TEXT STUART GARLICK, PHOTO KUMU
Tallinn’s cutting-edge museum
of modern art, Kumu, has played host to exhibitions of work from some of the best modern artists the world has seen. Now, you can see the work of the renowned
Czech avant-garde photogra-pher Jaromír Funke, featuring pho-tographs from between 1922 and 1950, which sparked the modernist photography school of Czecho-slovakia.
You’ll be able to chart the deve-lopment of an art revolution in
the former Czechoslo-vakia, which spread to the rest of Cent-ral Europe, and featured participation from Estoni-an artists who were part of the Group of Estoni-an Artists. The work is important for people who want to understand
the history of Europe as a whole, as surrealism was banned by the occupying Nazi and Communist forces, but still played a major part in the free-thinking that led to the protests of the Prague Spring.
Although the exhibition focuses on Funke, there are 161 works from 48 artists, from six different artist groupings - Surrealist, Group 42, Seven in October, Group Ra, Foto-linie, and the Photogroup of Five - all important for forging a dis-tinct and essential art movement in a society that found it hard to express itself freely. The exhibition takes place with the support of the Embassy of the Czech Republic, and will be on display at Kumu until 30 August 2015. ■
Jaromír Funke and Avant-garde Photography in Czechoslovakia 1922–1950Until 30 August KUMUWeizenbergi 34 / Valge 1Tallinn A5
museum
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES
TALLINN
■ 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, G1. www.ajaloomuuseum.ee 01.09 - 30.04 Th-Tu 10–18.
Estonian History Museum Maarjamäe PalaceMaarjamäe Castle, Pirita tee 56, Tallinn, A5.www.ajaloomuuseum.ee. We-Su 10–17.
Estonian Maritime Museum (Eesti Meremuuseum) Pikk 70, Tallinn Old Town, D3.www.meremuuseum.ee. 01.10-30.04 Tu-Su 10–18.
Estonian Museum of Natural History (Eesti Loodusmuuseum)Lai 29a, Tallinn Old Town, F2. www.loodusmuuseum.ee. We 10-17, Th 10-19, Fri-Su 10-17.
Estonian Open Air Museum (Eesti Vabaõhumuuseum)Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12, Tallinn. www.evm.ee.23.04-28.09 Mo-Su 10-20, 29.09-22.04 Mo-Su 10-17.
Estonian Theatre and Music Museum (Eesti Teatri- ja muusika-muuseum) Müürivahe 12, Tallinn Old Town, I2. www.tmm.ee. 1.09-31.05 May, Tu-Sa 10-18. 1.06-31.08, Mo-Sa 10-18.
Kiek in de Kök & Bastion PassagesKomandandi tee 2, Tallinn Old Town, J1.www.linnamuuseum.ee/kok/.1.03-31.10 Tu-Su 10.30-18. 1.11-29.02 Tu-Su 10-17.30.
Miia-Milla-Manda Museum (Muuseum Miia-Milla-Manda)L. Koidula 21C, Tallinn B4. www.linnamuuseum.ee/miiamillamanda. Tu-Su 12-18.
Dominican Monastery Museum (Dominikaanlaste Kloostri muuseum) Vene 16, Tallinn Old Town, G3. www.kloostri.ee. 1.06-30.09 Mon-Sun 11-17. Winter by appointment only.
Museum of Estonian Architecture (Eesti Arhitektuuri muuseum. Rotermanni soolaladu)Ahtri 2, Tallinn, A2. www.arhitektuurimuuseum.ee.We 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, B1.www.okupatsioon.ee. Tu-Su 11 - 18.
Photo Museum (Raevangla fotomuuseum)Raekoja 4, Tallinn Old Town, H2. (Located behind Tallinn’s Old Town Square) www.linnamuuseum.ee/fotomuuseum.1.03-31.10 Th-Tu 10.30-18, 1.11-29.02 Th-Tu 10-17.30.
Tallinn City Museum (Tallinna Linnamuuseum)Vene 17, Tallinn Old Town, G3.www.linnamuuseum.ee We – Mo 10.30–17.30.
Viru Hotel and KGB Museum (Hotell Viru ja KGB muuseum)Viru väljak 4, Tallinn B2.http://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/tallinn/basic-information/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, I1.www.adamson-eric.ee. We-Su 11–18
Kadrioru Art Museum (Kadrioru kunstimuuseum)Weizenbergi 37, Tallinn, A4. www.kadriorumuuseum.ee.Jan–Apr: We 10–20, Th–Su 10–17.May–June : Th 10–17, We 10–20, Th–Su 10–17.
Mikkeli Museum (Mikkeli muuseum)Weizenbergi 28, Tallinn, B4. www.mikkelimuuseum.ee.Jan–June: We 10–20, Th-Su 10–17.July–Dec: Tu, Th-Su 10–17, We 10–20.
Kumu Art Museum (Kumu kunstimuuseum)Weizenbergi 34/Valge 1, Tallinn, B5. www.kumu.ee.Oct–Apr: We 11–20, Th–Su 11–18.May–Sept: Tu 11–18, We 11–20, Th–Su 11–18.
Niguliste Museum (Niguliste muuseum)Niguliste 3, Tallinn Old Town, I1.www.nigulistemuuseum.ee. We-Su 10–17. Ticket office closes 16.30.
CITY MUSEUM at 17, Vene Street. The Tallinn City Museum is housed in a medieval merchant’s dwelling in the centre of the Old Town. Tu-Su 10.30 am - 6 pmNew! CERAMICS COLLECTION open Tu-Su 10.30-17.30Remodelled MUSEUM KIEK IN DE KÖK and BASTION PASSAGES at 2, Komandandi RoadNew! THE MAIDEN TOWER MUSEUM-CAFÉ DANISH KING’S GARDEN
PHOTO MUSEUM at 4/6 Raekoja StreetHOUSE OF PETER I at 2, Mäekalda Street CHILDREN’S MUSEUM MIIAMILLA in Kalamaja and KadriorgKalamaja, at 16, Kotzebue Street. Museum of childhood with a
Kadriorg, at 21, Koidula Street. Colorful theme museum for children
A. H. TAMMSAARE MUSEUM at 12 , Koidula StreetE. VILDE MUSEUM www.linnamuuseum.ee
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MUSEUM OF OCCUPATIONSToompea 8, TallinnOpen 10.00 - 18.00
Phone: +372 668 [email protected]
www.okupatsioon.ee
Insight into the life in Estonia during three occupations (1940-1991)
Temporary exhibitions
Attacks and migrations
Forbidden tunes
The Tallinn Collector
Art Revolution
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Tallinna Ülikool
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Telliskivi
Volta
Angerja
Sitsi
Maleva
Sirbi
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Vabaduse väljak
Kosmos
Vineeri
Paberi
Keskturg
Majaka
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Estonia
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A. Adam-soni
RistikuSõle
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MooniKoskla
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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
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Port
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KALAMAJAPÕHJA-TALLINN
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Takso-park
KAUBA-MAJA
Kelmiküla
Lubja
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Kopli
Tondi
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Takso-park
Tõnismägi
Koidu
KADRIORG
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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
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Kadriorg – KopliÜlemiste– KopliKadriorg – TondiÜlemiste – Tondi
Trams
Airport
ÕISMÄE
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 19€
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
In addition to the closure of
tram lines 2 & 4,
tram lines 1 & 3 will be closed
from 1 July to 21 July.
Bus number 42 will run
until Kopli.
■ 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 €0.80Try 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
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Free ■ preschool children■ adult travelling with children
3 years and under ■ holders of a validated
Tallinn Card
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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:0,30 / 15 minutes
Paid parking:
Mo - Fr 07:00 to 19:00; Sat 08:00 to 15:00
Parking is Free on Sundays and on public holidays
DOWNTOWN / SÜDALINN:0,75 / 15 minutes
Paid parking: Mo - Fi 07:00 to 19:00; Sat 08:00 to 15:00
Parking is Free on Sundays and on public holidays
OLD TOWN / VANALINN:1,20 / 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
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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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Ten thousand animals and 500
species means that with a quick walk through the zoo you can’t see it all. Everything is fascinating, from the smallest insects to the majestic elephants.
The zoo is open daily throug-hout the year, though in summer there are a few more services. For example, children can take a ride on the train or on a pony. There is a new adventure park. Animal fee-ding time is interesting to watch. The seals are fed every day at 13.00.
You can even feed the water birds yourself. Ten cents gets you a bag of bird feed.
With the same ticket you can also gain entry to the Tallinn Car Museum. And it’s entirely possible that animals are more interesting to men than nostalgic Soviet-era cars.
All of the cafes at the zoo are open in summer, which offer something for kids and adults.
While the zoo won’t fill up that easily with visitors, parking sure does at the weekends, so it may be easier to visit the zoo by taking public transport or a taxi. Trolley busses 6 and 7, as well as buses 21, 21B, and 22 travel north towards the Paldiski mnt entrance. A taxi ride from the city centre to the zoo should cost you no more than 10, so be sure to read the prices before you get in.
You can find more information about exhibits on the Tallinn Zoo webpage. ■
A Full Day of Entertainment
Year after year, the Tallinn Zoo offers 89 hectares of fun for the whole family.
■ In summer, tickets are on sale from 9-19; the indoor exhibits are open 10-19 (closed on Mondays); the children’s zoo is open 10-19. The grounds close two hours after the last ticket sales.
■ Family ticket: 2 adults, 3 children (under 17) €17
■ Pre-schoolers and Tallinn Card holders get in free.
■ Northern entrance: Paldiski mnt 145
■ Southern entrance and Environmental Education Centre: Ehitajate tee 150
Tallinn Zoo
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