Street Art, Culture & Modern Days Estonia Free Tour
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Explore Tartu’s soul on an alternative city tour. Wander through vibrant street art in Karlova and Suppilinn while uncovering Estonia's digital secrets and local lifestyle. Discover the true character of this unique cultural capital!
This is a perfect relaxing tour with less history. I will tell my favourite stories, show favourite buildings (architecture in the 1920s), street art outside the city centre, and we'll talk about digitalisation of the 1990s and modern life, culture, language, and education. Walk by Tartu City Library to explore a few pieces of graffiti by Edward von Longus and hear about famous Estonian book authors and Estonian education. Visit the Botanical Garden to talk about Estonians and their love for nature. Explore some fun statistics and interesting love for stones (nothing to do with "stone" part in Estonia's name!).
I'll tell about Estonia's recovery in the 1990s and massive digitalisation, which helped Estonia advance fast, and learn about the great leader Lennart Meri. We'll visit the "Freedom" Gallery and talk a bit about street art in Tartu. Explore the areas of Suppilinn, Tahtvere, Vaksali, and Karlova to see Art Nouveau buildings from 1900-1920s and their communities (e.g. student and "secret" societies).
The tour ends in an ex-Soviet factory that became an artsy area, a printing museum home, and a good lunch-dinner spot!
Meeting point
Tartu
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h 30min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 18:00 (Tartu time)
- Coming up
- 29 departures in 3 months
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Tartu. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
29 departures are listed in the next three months, usually at 18:00. Times are local to Tartu.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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