Tourist Attractions & Sightseeing

The history of the ruins rising above the banks of the Pirita River date back to 1407, when the largest nunnery in Old Livonia was founded here. The convent that got its name from St. Birgitta that has founded the mother convent in Sweden, survived in i...

Built in medieval times and until today extant city wall with its 21 towers is unique in all of Europe. City guest have a chance to take a walk on a small part of our cultural heritage, that connects Nunne, Sauna and Kuldjala towers. From the wall you c...

The central Tartu Town Hall Square is surrounded by buildings built in the classical style. Since 1998 the square is decorated by the “Kissing Students” fountain. Throughout centuries the centre of town activity has been Town Hall Square, the history of...